Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Ellicott Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $400 (80 Rentals)

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property at 140 North St

140 North St

BuffaloNY14201

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76 Tracy St

BuffaloNY14201

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32 Milford St

BuffaloNY14220

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property at 29 N Pearl St

29 N Pearl St

BuffaloNY14202
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300 Ellicott St
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300 Ellicott St

300 Ellicott StBuffalo, NY 14203
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North Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

North Court

197 North StBuffalo, NY 14201
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Towne Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Towne Gardens

440 Clinton StBuffalo, NY 14204
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430 Delaware
1 Bedroom Apartments

430 Delaware

430 Delaware AveBuffalo, NY 14202
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South Ellicott, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Ellicott Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Ellicott area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 201 Ellicott priced from $909. The Residence on North Senior Apartments 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $944. Here are the most affordable South Ellicott apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
201 Ellicott1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$909
The Residence on North Senior Apartments 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$944
Fairmount ApartmentsStandard StudioStudio,1BA$948
Trinity TowerStudioStudio,1BA$955
Virginia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Hyde Park Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Antrim ApartmentsRetreat2BR,1BA$1,050
Delaware FranklinStudio UnitStudio,1BA$1,090

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Ellicott, NY

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Ellicott area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2 bedroom Model at Cathedral Place in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value South Ellicott apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at The Granite Works starting at $2,395 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Central Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Ellicott apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cathedral Place2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.53
The Granite Works2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms2BR,1.5BA$1.60
The Westbrook Apartments2 bedroom/2 bathroom2BR,2BA$1.16
AP Lofts at LarkinvilleMarket Rate 2x22BR,2BA$1.31
34 Geary St, Unit 234 Geary St3BR,1BA$1.09
82 Fargo Ave, Unit 582 Fargo Ave2BR,1BA$1.36
The Residence on North Senior Apartments 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.05
Days Park Commons72 Days Park (3rd fl)1BR,1BA$1.50
Cottage Street Lofts118 Cottage (rear)2BR,1BA$1.62
473 Virginia St, Unit Rear473 Virginia St1BR,1BA$1.56

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Ellicott, Buffalo, NY

Ranked #58

Among neighborhoods in Buffalo, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Buffalo, NY. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the South Ellicott Neighborhood in Buffalo, NY

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

46 / 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 South Ellicott Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Ellicott?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Ellicott is under $1,090.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Ellicott?

The cheapest apartment in South Ellicott is 201 Ellicott which is listed at $909, while the average apartment in South Ellicott costs $2,050.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Ellicott?

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 7 regular apartments in South Ellicott 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 South Ellicott?

Cheap apartments in South Ellicott have an average cost of $286 which is $1,764 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Ellicott.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.