2289 Niagara St
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138 Reiman StBuffalo, NY 14206
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347 Ludington St, Unit Upper
347 Ludington StBuffalo, NY 14206
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223 Keystone StBuffalo, NY 14211
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4227 E Allen StHamburg, NY 14059
35 Willow St, Unit Upper
35 Willow St
LackawannaNY14218
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60 Sidney St
BuffaloNY14211
347 Homecrest Dr
AmherstNY14226
861 Glenwood Ave
BuffaloNY14211
141 Leroy Ave
BuffaloNY14214
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128 Miller St
North TonawandaNY14120
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KenmoreNY14217
125 Edison Ave
BuffaloNY14215
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1115 Tonawanda St
BuffaloNY14207
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TonawandaNY14150
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267 W Utica St, Unit Lower Rear 1 Bedroom Apartment
267 W Utica St
BuffaloNY14222
327 Hampshire St
BuffaloNY14213
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32 Horton Pl
BuffaloNY14209
42 Kennedy Rd
CheektowagaNY14227
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37 Holland Pl, Unit Upper Front #2
37 Holland PlBuffalo, NY 14209
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172 Spruce St, Unit 2
172 Spruce StNorth Tonawanda, NY 14120
397 Forest Ave
BuffaloNY14213
54 Carl Rd
Grand IslandNY14072
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KenmoreNY14217
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BuffaloNY14215
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KenmoreNY14217
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BuffaloNY14207
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1400 Millersport Hwy, Unit 515
1400 Millersport HwyWilliamsville, NY 14221
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AmherstNY14221
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1302 Walden Ave
BuffaloNY14211
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4227 E Allen St, Unit 3
4227 E Allen StHamburg, NY 14059
26 E Milnor Ave, Unit 4
26 E Milnor Ave
BuffaloNY14218
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TonawandaNY14150
339 Hampshire St
BuffaloNY14213
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Buffalo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,768 | $825 | $5,000 |
| Buffalo 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,096 | $1,100 | $8,000 |
| Buffalo 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,701 | $1,450 | $5,200 |
| Buffalo 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,622 | $2,000 | $3,750 |
| Buffalo 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,866 | $2,700 | $4,700 |
| Buffalo 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,116 | $3,000 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Homes in Buffalo, NY
Pricing Updated: 09/16/2026Current rental homes in the Buffalo, NY area range in price from $825 to $8,000 with an overall median price of $1,789. The three Buffalo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Park at $1,200, Abbott McKinley at $1,250, and Black Rock at $1,250. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Buffalo Homes for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Park | $1,200 | $829 | 7 |
| Abbott McKinley | $1,250 | $829 | 9 |
| Black Rock | $1,250 | $1,175 | 4 |
| Seneca | $1,250 | $1,150 | 9 |
| South Abbott | $1,250 | $829 | 10 |
| Triangle | $1,250 | $829 | 9 |
| East Side | $1,300 | $882 | 13 |
| Kaisertown | $1,300 | $890 | 11 |
| Sloan | $1,300 | $1,000 | 10 |
| Old Town | $1,300 | $825 | 14 |
Best Value Homes for Rent in Buffalo, NY
As of September 16, 2026 the best value rental home in the Buffalo area is the $0.67 price per square foot 9 Wellington Rd Model at 9 Wellington Rd in the North Buffalo neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Buffalo rental home is the 122 Stratford Rd Model at 122 Stratford Rd in the Riverside Park neighborhood starting at $1,650 with a $0.61 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo homes based on price per square foot:
| Home Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 9 Wellington Rd | 9 Wellington Rd | 3BR, 1BA | $0.67 |
| 122 Stratford Rd | 122 Stratford Rd | 3BR, 1BA | $0.61 |
| 80 Capen Blvd | 80 Capen Blvd | 5BR, 3BA | $1.08 |
| 17 Tacoma Ave | 17 Tacoma Ave | 3BR, 1BA | $0.76 |
| 313 Lasalle Ave | 313 Lasalle Ave | 3BR, 1BA | $1.10 |
| 48 Pleasant Pky | 48 Pleasant Pky | 1BR, 1BA | $0.89 |
| 26 E Milnor Ave, Unit 4 | 26 E Milnor Ave | 3BR, 1BA | $1.08 |
| 2125 Niagara St | 2125 Niagara St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.08 |
| 35 Willow St, Unit Upper | 35 Willow St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.04 |
| 325 Box Ave | 325 Box Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $1.01 |
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There are currently 1811 Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, NY with pricing that ranges from $358 to $7,000. There are also 205 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Buffalo ranging from $825 to $8,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Buffalo ranges from $825 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,116.
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 $715 to $4,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $640.
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