Cheap Homes for Rent in Johnson Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $1,100 (25 Rentals)

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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 1 Bed unit found at 201 Ellicott priced from $863. 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
201 Ellicott1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$863
131 Allen StstudioStudio,1BA$925
The Residence on NorthOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$944
277 Linwood Ave1 bedroom suite1BR,1BA$950
Ashland Avenue ApartmentsStudio W/DenStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnson, NY

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnson area is the $0.38 price per square foot 90 Hoyt St Model at 90 Hoyt St, Unit upper in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Johnson apartment is the 107 Baynes St Model at 107 Baynes St, Unit baynes starting at $795 with a $0.40 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$0.38
107 Baynes St, Unit baynes107 Baynes St2BR,1BA$0.40
109 Baynes St109 Baynes St2BR,1BA$0.45
The Lofts at Elk Terminal1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.97
AP Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.98
482 West Ferry, Unit 482 Upper Unit482 West Ferry2BR,1BA$1.23
405 Elmwood Ave2 bd 1 bth2BR,1BA$1.20
The Residence on NorthOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.05
277 Linwood Ave1 bedroom suite1BR,1BA$1.19
201 Ellicott1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$1.23

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Frequently Asked Questions about Johnson

What type of rentals are currently available in Johnson?

There are currently 674 Apartments for Rent in Johnson, NY with pricing that ranges from $358 to $5,500. There are also 64 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Johnson ranging from $1,100 to $6,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Johnson ranges from $1,100 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,644.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Johnson range from $873 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $862.

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.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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