
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the MLK Park Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $300 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the MLK Park area of Buffalo.


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MLK Park, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in MLK Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLK Park Studio Apartments | $1,176 | $358 | $2,400 |
| MLK Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $376 | $2,815 |
| MLK Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $445 | $3,225 |
| MLK Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,539 | $849 | $2,700 |
| MLK Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $845 | $4,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the MLK Park Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Cheapest Available MLK Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the MLK Park area of Buffalo, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairmount Apartments priced from $948. Sheldon Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable MLK Park apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmount Apartments | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $948 |
| Sheldon Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 277 Linwood Ave | 1 bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Virginia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Lafayette Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in MLK Park, NY
As of November 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the MLK Park area is the $1.53 price per square foot 628 Washington St Model at 628 Washington St, Unit 3rd Floor in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value MLK Park apartment is the 239 Oxford Ave Model at 239 Oxford Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,550 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Hamlin Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for MLK Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 628 Washington St, Unit 3rd Floor | 628 Washington St | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| 239 Oxford Ave, Unit 2 | 239 Oxford Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| 504 Washington St, Unit Lower | 504 Washington St | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Mid City Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 291 E North St, Unit 3 beds 1 bath upstairs | 291 E North St | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 73 Easton Ave | 73 Easton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 277 Linwood Ave | 1 bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Delaware / West Ferry Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| The Westbrook Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
| 467 Wyoming Ave, Unit #3 | 467 Wyoming Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMlk Park, Buffalo, NY
Ranked #16
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including MLK Park, Buffalo, and the greater Buffalo area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the MLK Park Neighborhood in Buffalo, NY
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap MLK Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in MLK Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in MLK Park is under $1,045.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in MLK Park?
The cheapest apartment in MLK Park is Sheldon Apartments which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in MLK Park costs $2,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in MLK Park?
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 3 regular apartments in MLK Park 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 MLK Park?
Cheap apartments in MLK Park have an average cost of $297 which is $1,703 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in MLK Park.
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