Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Johnson Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $300 (170 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Johnson area of Buffalo.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Read Article

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

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Read Article
close
View Me
140 North St, Unit 731
$1,025
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,025
Total Monthly Price
$1,025
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 3

140 North St, Unit 731

140 North StBuffalo, NY 14201
Affordability

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

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

Read Article

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

Read Article
property at 157 14th St

$1,150 - $1,200

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

157 14th St

BuffaloNY14213
close
View Me
608 Elmwood Ave, Unit 211-C
$1,165
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,165
Total Monthly Price
$1,165
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1

608 Elmwood Ave, Unit 211-C

608 Elmwood AveBuffalo, NY 14222
Affordability
  • Smoke Free

Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Employers in Buffalo

Find apartments for rent near Buffalo's biggest employers. Explore our guide to top neighborhoods for quality of life, affordability, and convenience across the city.

Read Article
Showing Results 1-50, Page 1 of 4

Johnson, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Johnson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Johnson area of Buffalo, NY is a Studio unit found at Hyde Park Apartments priced from $899. 131 Allen St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Johnson apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hyde Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
131 Allen StstudioStudio,1BA$925
Fairmount ApartmentsStandard StudioStudio,1BA$975
Gates CircleStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
AP Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,028
211 Summer StStudioStudio,1BA$1,041
Trinity TowerStudioStudio,1BA$1,060
Delaware Franklin1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,085
The Ambassadorstudio1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnson, NY

As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnson area is the $0.47 price per square foot 90 Hoyt St Model at 90 Hoyt St, Unit upper in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,365. The second greatest value Johnson apartment is the 107 Baynes St Model at 107 Baynes St, Unit baynes starting at $1,295 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
90 Hoyt St, Unit upper90 Hoyt St3BR,1BA$0.47
107 Baynes St, Unit baynes107 Baynes St2BR,1BA$0.65
390 Linwood Ave, Unit 4390 Linwood Ave2BR,2BA$0.98
426 W Delavan Ave, Unit W Delavan UPPER426 W Delavan Ave3BR,1BA$1.11
Nickel City Lofts2-BD - 2-Bth2BR,2BA$1.28
118 Whitney Pl, Unit 118 Whitney Place upper118 Whitney Pl2BR,1BA$1.08
482 West Ferry, Unit 482 Upper Unit482 West Ferry2BR,1BA$1.23
384 Breckenridge St, Unit 1384 Breckenridge St2BR,1BA$0.99
405 Elmwood Ave2 bd 1 bth2BR,1BA$1.20
AP Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

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.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Best Local Schools in
Johnson, Buffalo, NY

School data provided by Great Schools

Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across New York and customized analysis for Central Buffalo, NY. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johnson Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Johnson?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Johnson is under $1,100.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Johnson?

The cheapest apartment in Johnson is 131 Allen St which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Johnson costs $6,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Johnson?

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 8 regular apartments in Johnson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Johnson?

Cheap apartments in Johnson have an average cost of $159 which is $5,841 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Johnson.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

decorative image for A Local Expert's Guide to the Top Neighborhoods for College Renters in Buffalo, NY article

A Local Expert's 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.

decorative image for Local Guide To the Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Buffalo article

Local Guide To the Best Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Buffalo

Written by: Patrick Ryan

Buffalo has emerged as one of the nation’s hottest real estate markets for good reason.

decorative image for Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Employers in Buffalo article

Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Employers in Buffalo

Written by: Patrick Ryan

Buffalo is quickly becoming one of the nation’s hottest housing markets. Featuring easy lake access, reasonably priced homes and apartments, mild summers and a burgeoning economy, Buffalo is now a magnet for movers and shakers.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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

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.

decorative image for Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move article

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.