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Peace Bridge Place
111 Porter AveBuffalo, NY 14201
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1175 Delaware AveBuffalo, NY 14209
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118-126 Cottage StBuffalo, NY 14201
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The Police Apartments
74 Franklin StBuffalo, NY 14202
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Waterfront, Buffalo, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,468 | $875 | $2,056 |
| Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $925 | $3,820 |
| Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,335 | $1,140 | $3,750 |
| Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,196 | $1,575 | $3,569 |
| Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,489 | $1,758 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waterfront Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Cheapest Available Waterfront Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterfront area of Buffalo, NY is a Studio unit found at Peace Bridge Place priced from $1,045. Pine Harbor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,136. Here are the most affordable Waterfront apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peace Bridge Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| Allentown Square | Studio B -ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| The Police Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,178 |
| Cottage Street Lofts | 72 Days Park (left) | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, NY
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterfront area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 100 South in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Waterfront apartment is the 164 Edward St Model at 164 Edward St, Unit Elmwood Edward starting at $1,600 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Central Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 South | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| 164 Edward St, Unit Elmwood Edward | 164 Edward St | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Piano Factory Lofts | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Police Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Cottage Street Lofts | 118 Cottage (rear) | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Theater Place Apartments | 780 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 130 Pearl | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | Two Bed / One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Campus West | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Allentown Square | Studio B -ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaterfront, Buffalo, NY
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Among neighborhoods in Buffalo, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Waterfront Neighborhood in Buffalo, NY
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
80 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterfront Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waterfront?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waterfront is under $1,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waterfront?
The cheapest apartment in Waterfront is Pine Harbor Apartments which is listed at $1,136, while the average apartment in Waterfront costs $4,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waterfront?
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 4 regular apartments in Waterfront 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 Waterfront?
Cheap apartments in Waterfront have an average cost of $332 which is $3,668 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waterfront.
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