
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $600 (32 Rentals)
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1042 Elmwood Ave

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228 W Delavan Ave, Unit Lower

1042 Elmwood Ave

30 Abbottsford Pl

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844 Richmond Ave

169 Congress St
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420 Grant St, Unit upper

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36 Tremont Ave, Unit 1

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86 Hawley St

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431 Hoyt St, Unit Hoyt upper Apartment

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434 Potomac Ave, Unit 1

1005 Elmwood Ave
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414 Hoyt St, Unit Lower Unit

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1096 Elmwood Ave, Unit Upper Floor

155 Lafayette Ave

501 Bird Ave

543 Potomac Ave

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576 Potomac Ave

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34 Abbottsford Pl, Unit 34 Abbottsford 2
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The Dorian

235 Potomac Ave

57 Abbottsford Pl

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548 Potomac Ave
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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 | $1,381 | $1,000 | $1,786 |
| Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,727 | $941 | $2,372 |
| Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $910 | $2,500 |
| Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $646 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Cheapest Available Forest Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 844 Richmond Ave | 2 bedroom townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Crescendo Loft Apartments | Executive Lofts Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $2,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest, NY
As of August 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest area is the $1.60 price per square foot 84 Manchester Pl Model at 84 Manchester Pl, Unit Upper in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Forest apartment is the Executive Lofts Plan D Model at Crescendo Loft Apartments starting at $2,249 with a $1.67 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Manchester Pl, Unit Upper | 84 Manchester Pl | 4BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Crescendo Loft Apartments | Executive Lofts Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 414 Hoyt St, Unit Lower Unit | 414 Hoyt St | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 844 Richmond Ave | 2 bedroom townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Monarch 716 | 2x2 B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| 228 W Delavan Ave, Unit Lower | 228 W Delavan Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 434 Potomac Ave, Unit 1 | 434 Potomac Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1096 Elmwood Ave, Unit Upper Floor | 1096 Elmwood Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 576 Potomac Ave | 576 Potomac Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 1042 Elmwood Ave | 1042 Elmwood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Apartments
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 4 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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