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property at 127 Merrimac St

$450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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127 Merrimac St

BuffaloNY14214
property at 20 Mildred Dr

$950

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$950
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$950

1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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20 Mildred Dr

CheektowagaNY14225

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property at 29 Macamley St

$1,150

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$1,150
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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29 Macamley St, Unit Upper

29 Macamley St
BuffaloNY14220

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 180 Euclid Ave

$1,195 - $1,395

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180 Euclid Ave

KenmoreNY14217
property at 325 Box Ave

$1,200

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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325 Box Ave (Lower) Avenue Unit

325 Box Ave
BuffaloNY14211

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Buffalo, NY

Pricing Updated: 06/13/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Buffalo, NY area range in price from $358 to $6,000 with an overall median price of $2,482. The three Buffalo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Schiller Park at $744, Outer Niagara Falls at $574, and Lovejoy at $770. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Buffalo Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Schiller Park$1,200$74431
Outer Niagara Falls$1,237$57439
Lovejoy$1,250$77023
Sloan$1,337$89929
Pine Hill$1,450$97528
Lakeview$1,525$94518
Forest$1,550$64025
West Side$1,660$64085
Military$1,670$640160
North Delaware$1,670$640172

Cheapest Available Buffalo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo, NY is a 3 Beds unit found at Auden Buffalo in the Irvington Creekside neighborhood priced from $700. Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ in the University Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Auden Buffalo3x23BR,2BA$700
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$870
131 Allen StstudioStudio,1BA$925
Kenmore Tudors1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
The Residence on NorthOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$944
Peace Bridge PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$945
Black Rock VillageTwo Beds2BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, NY

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buffalo area is the $0.60 price per square foot 309 Mills St Model at 309 Mills St, Unit Lower in the in the Hamlin Park neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Buffalo apartment is the 390 Linwood Ave Model at 390 Linwood Ave, Unit 4 starting at $1,950 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Hamlin Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
309 Mills St, Unit Lower309 Mills St3BR,1BA$0.60
390 Linwood Ave, Unit 4390 Linwood Ave2BR,2BA$0.98
67 Olcott Ave, Unit Upper67 Olcott Ave3BR,1BA$1.01
37 Philadelphia St, Unit Riverside 2bedroom37 Philadelphia St2BR,1BA$1.00
AP Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.98
Campus Walk OneC13BR,3BA$0.81
Monarch 7162x2 B12BR,2BA$0.85
170 Butler Ave, Unit Upper170 Butler Ave2BR,1BA$0.95
153 Grove St, Unit 1 bedroom apartment lower flat153 Grove St1BR,1BA$0.97
The Residence on NorthOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.05

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Top Neighborhoods Near Buffalo Colleges and Universities

Learn about the best Buffalo neighborhoods for student renters by our Buffalo, NY Local Expert Patrick Ryan

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Buffalo

What type of rentals are currently available in Buffalo?

There are currently 1761 Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, NY with pricing that ranges from $358 to $6,000. There are also 224 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Buffalo ranging from $450 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Buffalo?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Buffalo ranges from $450 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,041.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Buffalo?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Buffalo range from $700 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $3,999. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $640.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Local Experts Guide to the Top Neighborhoods for College Renters in Buffalo, NY

Written by: Patrick Ryan

There’s nothing better than living in a college town. The setting is vibrant, the people are happy and there’s always a good time to be had.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.