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201 Ellicott StBuffalo, NY 14203
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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 | $1,357 | $950 | $1,700 |
| First Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $600 | $3,820 |
| First Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,883 | $550 | $5,000 |
| First Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $625 | $2,900 |
| First Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $675 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the First Ward Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Cheapest Available First Ward Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the First Ward area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 201 Ellicott priced from $909. Pine Harbor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,136. Here are the most affordable First Ward apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201 Ellicott | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| The Police Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,178 |
| 130 Pearl | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| AP Lofts at Larkinville | Market Rate 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,624 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Ward, NY
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the First Ward area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2 bedroom Model at Cathedral Place in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value First Ward apartment is the Market Rate 2x2 Model at AP Lofts at Larkinville starting at $1,624 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for First Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cathedral Place | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| AP Lofts at Larkinville | Market Rate 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Seneca One | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Piano Factory Lofts | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Police Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Barcalo Living | Hudson | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Theater Place Apartments | 780 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 201 Ellicott | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 130 Pearl | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | Two Bed / One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Among neighborhoods in Buffalo, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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Best Local Schools in First Ward, Buffalo, NY
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology
Buffalo City School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (525)
2 out of 10
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Public School - Grades 9-12 (386)
2 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including First Ward, Buffalo, and the greater Buffalo area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the First Ward Neighborhood in Buffalo, NY
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap First Ward Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in First Ward?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in First Ward is under $2,800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in First Ward?
The cheapest apartment in First Ward is 201 Ellicott which is listed at $909, while the average apartment in First Ward costs $1,795.
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 7 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 $409 which is $1,386 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in First Ward.
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