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Ellicott Town Center
233 E Eagle StBuffalo, NY 14204
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the First Ward Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $500 (64 Rentals)
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391 Washington StBuffalo, NY 14203
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545 Swan StBuffalo, NY 14204
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141 Vandalia StBuffalo, NY 14204
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10 7th StBuffalo, NY 14201
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The Sinclair
465 Washington StBuffalo, NY 14203
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201 Mackinaw StBuffalo, NY 14204
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74 Franklin StBuffalo, NY 14202
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1 Seneca DrBuffalo, NY 14203
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138 Seneca St
138 Seneca StBuffalo, NY 14203
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25 Whitney Pl
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Piano Factory Lofts
82 Pearl StBuffalo, NY 14202
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The Lofts at Elk Terminal
230 Scott StBuffalo, NY 14204
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10 Lafayette SqBuffalo, NY 14203
901 South Park Ave
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237 Main StBuffalo, NY 14203
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47 Franklin StBuffalo, NY 14202
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622 Main StBuffalo, NY 14202
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424 Swan StBuffalo, NY 14204
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Towne Gardens
440 Clinton StBuffalo, NY 14204
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501 Washington StBuffalo, NY 14203
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AC Lofts
136 N Division StBuffalo, NY 14203
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201 Ellicott
201 Ellicott StBuffalo, NY 14203
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950 Broadway StBuffalo, NY 14212
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49 Johnson Park
49 Johnson ParkBuffalo, NY 14201
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Touraine Apartments
274 Delaware AveBuffalo, NY 14202
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The Graystone
24 S Johnson ParkBuffalo, NY 14201
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Hydraulics Lofts
500 Seneca StBuffalo, NY 14204
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490 Broadway StBuffalo, NY 14204
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McDermott Lofts
169 Elk StBuffalo, NY 14210
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550 Seneca StBuffalo, NY 14204
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10 Durham CtBuffalo, NY 14204
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201 West Huron
201 W Huron StBuffalo, NY 14201
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The Barrel Factory Lofts
65 Vandalia StBuffalo, NY 14204
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295 Niagara StBuffalo, NY 14201
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IS Lofts
362 Oak StBuffalo, NY 14203
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369 Washington StBuffalo, NY 14203
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130 Pearl St
130 Pearl StBuffalo, NY 14202
68 Prospect Ave
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Webb of Buffalo
90-92 Pearl StBuffalo, NY 14202
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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 | $1,621 | $1,139 | $2,700 |
| First Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,855 | $704 | $4,220 |
| First Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,744 | $775 | $2,700 |
| First Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,316 | $1,100 | $3,200 |
| First Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,142 | $862 | $4,200 |
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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 IS Lofts priced from $1,100. 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 |
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| IS Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| The Sinclair | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,139 |
| AP Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,214 |
| 130 Pearl St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Barcalo Living | Kentucky | 1BR,1BA | $1,632 |
| The Lofts at Elk Terminal | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 10 Lafayette Sq | 1603 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Ward, NY
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the First Ward area is the $0.97 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at The Lofts at Elk Terminal in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value First Ward apartment is the 138 Seneca St Model at 138 Seneca St starting at $2,000 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Downtown Buffalo 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. |
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| The Lofts at Elk Terminal | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 138 Seneca St | 138 Seneca St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| AP Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Marin Building | Unit 6 11-17 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.74 |
| 130 Pearl St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 201 Mackinaw St | 201 Mackinaw St | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| IS Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Barcalo Living | Kentucky | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | Two Bed / One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Sinclair | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
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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 (554)
3 out of 10
Emerson School of Hospitality
Buffalo City School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (402)
1 out of 10
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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 IS Lofts which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in First Ward costs $2,900.
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 12 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 $697 which is $2,203 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in First Ward.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.