
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Masten Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $300 (12 Rentals)
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Bellamy Commons

Sheldon Apartments

Linwood Lafayette Senior Apartments

1100 Michigan Ave.

Noles Court
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Commodore Apartments

479 Delaware Ave

722 W Delavan Ave

479-489 Delaware Ave

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Masten, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Masten?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masten Studio Apartments | $1,245 | $358 | $1,725 |
| Masten 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,653 | $376 | $2,815 |
| Masten 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,168 | $445 | $3,225 |
| Masten 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $989 | $3,000 |
| Masten 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Masten Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Cheapest Available Masten Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Masten area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Sheldon Apartments priced from $899. 277 Linwood Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Masten apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheldon Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 277 Linwood Ave | 1 bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Virginia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Lafayette Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $960 |
| Fairmount Apartments | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Masten, NY
As of February 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Masten area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Mid City Apartments in the in the Hamlin Park neighborhood starting from $1,825. The second greatest value Masten apartment is the 693 Linwood Ave Model at 693 Linwood Ave, Unit 693 Linwood Ave starting at $1,575 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Hamlin Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Masten apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid City Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 693 Linwood Ave, Unit 693 Linwood Ave | 693 Linwood Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 104 Linwood Ave, Unit Apt 2 | 104 Linwood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 157 Locust St, Unit 1 | 157 Locust St | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Westbrook Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Sheldon Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 1217 The Delaware | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 277 Linwood Ave | 1 bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Delaware / West Ferry Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 1 Saint Louis Pl, Unit 1 saint louis place | 1 Saint Louis Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Masten Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Masten?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Masten is under $1,060.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Masten?
The cheapest apartment in Masten is Sheldon Apartments which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Masten costs $2,037.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Masten?
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 4 regular apartments in Masten 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 Masten?
Cheap apartments in Masten have an average cost of $171 which is $1,866 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Masten.
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