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127 Merrimac St

BuffaloNY14214

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University Area, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Area area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ priced from $870. University Court Apartment has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$870
University Court Apartment1 BR1BR,1BA$1,095
Princeton Court Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,229

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, NY

As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.36 price per square foot 137 Lasalle Ave Model at 137 Lasalle Ave in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the 125 Shoshone St Model at 125 Shoshone St, Unit 125 starting at $1,100 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
137 Lasalle Ave137 Lasalle Ave3BR,1BA$1.36
125 Shoshone St, Unit 125125 Shoshone St2BR,1BA$1.12
Townhomes on Englewood2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.82
Amherst GardensB12BR,1BA$1.69
University Court Apartment1 BR1BR,1BA$1.37
55 Winspear Ave55 Winspear Ave1BR,1BA$1.50
East Morris Avenue Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2.23
227 Heath St, Unit Upper227 Heath St2BR,1BA$2.05
Princeton Court Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.89
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.49

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Area, Buffalo, NY

Ranked #73

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Area

What type of rentals are currently available in University Area?

There are currently 76 Apartments for Rent in University Area, NY with pricing that ranges from $845 to $3,500. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Area ranging from $450 to $6,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Area?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Area ranges from $450 to $6,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,895.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Area?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Area range from $999 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $879.

Expert Rental Resources

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