Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $800 (25 Rentals)

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49 Johnson Park
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

49 Johnson Park

49 Johnson ParkBuffalo, NY 14201
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The Graystone
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Graystone

24 S Johnson ParkBuffalo, NY 14201
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201 West Huron
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

201 West Huron

201 W Huron StBuffalo, NY 14201
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Turner Bros. Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Turner Bros. Lofts

295 Niagara StBuffalo, NY 14201
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Cottage Street Lofts
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Cottage Street Lofts

118-126 Cottage StBuffalo, NY 14201
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507 Niagara St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

507 Niagara St

507 Niagara StBuffalo, NY 14201
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Webb of Buffalo
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Webb of Buffalo

90-92 Pearl StBuffalo, NY 14202

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100 South
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

100 South

100 S Elmwood AveBuffalo, NY 14202
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Waterfront, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Waterfront Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterfront area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Harbor Apartments priced from $1,136. Allentown Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Waterfront apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pine Harbor ApartmentsOne Bed / One Bath1BR,1BA$1,136
Allentown SquareStudio B -ALL UTILITIES INCLUDEDStudio,1BA$1,300
Webb of Buffalo2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,350
Campus West1 Bedroom C (w/ Patio and Murphy Bea)1BR,1BA$1,425
100 South2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, NY

As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterfront area is the $1.59 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 100 South in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Waterfront apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Webb of Buffalo starting at $1,350 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
100 South2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.59
Webb of Buffalo2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.29
Pine Harbor ApartmentsTwo Bed / One Bath2BR,1BA$2.00
Campus West1 Bedroom C (w/ Patio and Murphy Bea)1BR,1BA$2.38
Allentown SquareStudio B -ALL UTILITIES INCLUDEDStudio ,1BA$2.32

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Waterfront, Buffalo, NY

Ranked #40

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterfront Apartments

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 $1,758.

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.

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.

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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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.