
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the First Ward Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $704 (48 Rentals)


Ellicott Town Center

The Buffalo Lafayette

AP Lofts

Pine Harbor Apartments

54 3rd St

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138 Seneca St

25 Whitney Pl

136 Seneca St
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The Buffalo Palace Apartments

140 Seymour St

The Police Apartments

490 Pearl St, Unit 4

Piano Factory Lofts

The Lofts at Elk Terminal

10 Lafayette Sq

Marin Building

Seneca One
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Theater Place Apartments

Towne Gardens

Holling Place Apartments

201 Ellicott

Touraine Apartments

The Forge on Broadway

Hydraulics Lofts

49 Johnson Park

The Graystone
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McDermott Lofts

Seneca Street Lofts

Ellicott Park Townhomes

201 West Huron

The Barrel Factory Lofts

IS Lofts

Turner Bros. Lofts

AM&A's Warehouse Lofts

130 Pearl St
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Apartments at the Hub

JR Barrington Building

The Sinclair

301 Ohio St

The Glenny

Cathedral Commons

Buffalo River Landing

100 South

The Belesario
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Cathedral Place

Planing Mill

200 Lakefront Blvd
First Ward, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in First Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Ward Studio Apartments | $1,722 | $1,300 | $2,700 |
First Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,858 | $704 | $4,220 |
| First Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $775 | $2,925 |
| First Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $1,200 | $3,177 |
| First Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,105 | $862 | $4,200 |
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Best Local Schools in First Ward, Buffalo, NY
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology
Emerson School of Hospitality
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap First Ward Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in First Ward?
The cheapest apartment in First Ward is AP Lofts which is listed at $1,028, while the average apartment in First Ward costs $1,912.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in First Ward?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in First Ward that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in First Ward?
Cheap apartments in First Ward have an average cost of $501 which is $1,411 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in First Ward.
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A Local Experts Guide to the Top Neighborhoods for College Renters in Buffalo, NY
Written by: Patrick Ryan
There’s nothing better than living in a college town. The setting is vibrant, the people are happy and there’s always a good time to be had.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.