
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kensington Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $500 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Kensington area of Buffalo.


True Bethel Townhomes

95 Westminster Ave

Camelot Court Apartments

300 Springville Ave
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Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+

3162 Main St
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Kensington, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kensington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Studio Apartments | $1,173 | $963 | $1,339 |
| Kensington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,290 | $800 | $1,875 |
| Kensington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $744 | $2,098 |
| Kensington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $849 | $2,937 |
| Kensington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $854 | $3,416 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kensington Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Cheapest Available Kensington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kensington area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Camelot Court Apartments priced from $820. Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here are the most affordable Kensington apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camelot Court Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Windwood Place Apartments | 2 bedroom standard | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Princeton Court Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $963 |
| University Court Apartment | JR 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kensington, NY
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kensington area is the $1.00 price per square foot 281 Huntington Ave Model at 281 Huntington Ave, Unit 4-Loft in the in the North Buffalo neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Kensington apartment is the 218 Niagara Falls Blvd Model at 218 Niagara Falls Blvd, Unit Lower unit starting at $1,700 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kensington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 281 Huntington Ave, Unit 4-Loft | 281 Huntington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 218 Niagara Falls Blvd, Unit Lower unit | 218 Niagara Falls Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 272 Windermere Blvd, Unit 2 | 272 Windermere Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 73 Easton Ave, Unit Lower | 73 Easton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Kenmore Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Manhattan Square | 2 bedroom townhouse apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Windwood Place Apartments | 2 bedroom standard | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Amherst Gardens | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Bennett Village Apartments | 1 bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKensington, Buffalo, NY
Ranked #47
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Kensington Neighborhood in Buffalo, NY
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kensington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kensington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kensington is under $1,165.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kensington?
The cheapest apartment in Kensington is Camelot Court Apartments which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Kensington costs $2,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kensington?
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 22 regular apartments in Kensington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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