
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $700 (7 Rentals)
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176 W Delavan Ave, Unit Upper

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Forest, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,824 | $1,100 | $2,220 |
| Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,949 | $1,050 | $2,750 |
| Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $910 | $3,500 |
| Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $810 | $755 | $865 |
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Cheapest Available Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest area of Buffalo, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at Lafayette-Barton priced from $1,219. The Mentholatum has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,352. Here are the most affordable Forest apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette-Barton | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,219 |
| The Mentholatum | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,352 |
| Crescendo Loft Apartments | Urban Lofts Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest, NY
As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest area is the $1.07 price per square foot 620 Grant St Model at 620 Grant St, Unit 1 in the in the Riverside Park neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Forest apartment is the D1 Model at Monarch 716 Student Living starting at $575 with a $0.40 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 620 Grant St, Unit 1 | 620 Grant St | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Monarch 716 Student Living | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.40 |
| 580 Potomac Ave, Unit 3 | 580 Potomac Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| District West Lofts on Elmwood: Luxury Apartments in the heart of the Elmwood District | The Norwood | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.03 |
| The Mentholatum | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| 445 Potomac Ave, Unit Upper | 445 Potomac Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Campus Walk One | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| 417 W Delavan Ave, Unit 417 W Delavan Ave | 417 W Delavan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 176 W Delavan Ave, Unit Upper | 176 W Delavan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Crescendo Loft Apartments | Urban Lofts Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Forest is The Mentholatum which is listed at $1,352, while the average apartment in Forest costs $2,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest?
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 5 regular apartments in Forest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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