
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Buffalo Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $875 (20 Rentals)
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Steeple Bay Estates

151 Amber St

123 Kimberly Ave
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27 Forrestal Ln, Unit #4

70 Houston St

751 Tifft St

109 Unger Ave

27 Como Ave
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114 Woodside Ave, Unit LOWER APARTMENT

40 Geary St

212 Lockwood Ave

368 Cumberland Ave, Unit 1

85 Como Ave

102 Macamley St
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17 Houston St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Buffalo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Buffalo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $875 | $875 | $875 |
| South Buffalo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,230 | $1,075 | $1,650 |
| South Buffalo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $1,250 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Available South Buffalo Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steeple Bay Estates | 2BD1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Park Place Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Buffalo, NY
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Buffalo area is the $1.47 price per square foot 2BD1BA Model at Steeple Bay Estates in the in the South Buffalo neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value South Buffalo apartment is the 27 Forrestal Ln Model at 27 Forrestal Ln, Unit #4 starting at $1,225 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the South Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Buffalo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steeple Bay Estates | 2BD1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 27 Forrestal Ln, Unit #4 | 27 Forrestal Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Park Place Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Buffalo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Buffalo is starting from $1,100 at Steeple Bay Estates.
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