Cheap Homes for Rent in First Ward Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $1,200 (5 Rentals)

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property at 228 Adams St

$1,100 - $1,200

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228 Adams St

BuffaloNY14206

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property at 29 Lord St

$1,500

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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29 Lord St

BuffaloNY14210

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First Ward, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

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 AP Lofts priced from $1,022. IS Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable First Ward apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
AP Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,022
IS Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,100
Pine Harbor ApartmentsOne Bed / One Bath1BR,1BA$1,136

Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Ward, NY

As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the First Ward area is the $1.17 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 142 Prospect Ave Model at 142 Prospect Ave, Unit Upper starting at $1,900 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Central Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for First Ward apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at Elk Terminal1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17
142 Prospect Ave, Unit Upper142 Prospect Ave3BR,1BA$1.46
Marin BuildingUnit 6 11-171BR,1.5BA$1.74
Webb of Buffalo2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.29
201 Mackinaw St, Unit Upper Front201 Mackinaw St2BR,1BA$1.30
AP Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Piano Factory Lofts2BR2BR,1BA$1.79
100 South1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.94
IS Lofts1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.38
201 Ellicott1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$2.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about First Ward

What type of rentals are currently available in First Ward?

There are currently 145 Apartments for Rent in First Ward, NY with pricing that ranges from $704 to $5,000. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in First Ward ranging from $1,200 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in First Ward?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in First Ward ranges from $1,200 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,150.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in First Ward?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in First Ward range from $1,100 to $3,105, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $862.

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