Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North East Buffalo Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $500 (40 Rentals)

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55 Winspear Ave
$1,200 - $2,200
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1

55 Winspear Ave

55 Winspear AveBuffalo, NY 14214
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property at 222 Lisbon Ave

$1,400

3 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

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222 Lisbon Ave

BuffaloNY14215

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property at 127 Merrimac St

$450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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127 Merrimac St

BuffaloNY14214
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Highland Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Park

164 Chalmers AveBuffalo, NY 14214
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2720-2730 Main St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2720-2730 Main St

2720 Main StBuffalo, NY 14214
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Bethune Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bethune Lofts

2917 Main StBuffalo, NY 14214
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2803 Main St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2803 Main St

2803 Main StBuffalo, NY 14214
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Manhattan Square
2 Bedroom Apartments

Manhattan Square

190 Manhattan AveBuffalo, NY 14215
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North East Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available North East Buffalo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North East Buffalo area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ priced from $870. Mercer Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable North East Buffalo apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$870
Mercer CommonsStudio suiteStudio,1BA$1,050
University Court Apartment1 BR1BR,1BA$1,095
East Morris Avenue Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,392
Axis 360StudioStudio,1BA$1,459
The RailsJunction E1BR,1BA$1,460

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North East Buffalo, NY

As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the North East Buffalo area is the $0.53 price per square foot 470 Winspear Ave Model at 470 Winspear Ave, Unit 1st floor in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value North East Buffalo apartment is the 159 Wesley Ave Model at 159 Wesley Ave, Unit Upper Unit starting at $2,200 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North East Buffalo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
470 Winspear Ave, Unit 1st floor470 Winspear Ave3BR,1BA$0.53
159 Wesley Ave, Unit Upper Unit159 Wesley Ave3BR,1BA$1.22
University Court Apartment1 BR1BR,1BA$1.37
East Morris Avenue Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2.23
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.49
Mercer CommonsStudio suiteStudio ,1BA$1.91
Axis 360StudioStudio ,1BA$3.25
The RailsJunction E1BR,1BA$3.60

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.

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Top Neighborhoods Near Buffalo Colleges and Universities

Learn about the best Buffalo neighborhoods for student renters by our Buffalo, NY Local Expert Patrick Ryan

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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.

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North East Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North East Buffalo Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North East Buffalo?

The cheapest apartment in North East Buffalo is Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ which is listed at $870, while the average apartment in North East Buffalo costs $2,150.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North East Buffalo?

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 North East Buffalo that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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A Local Experts 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.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.