
Cheap Homes for Rent in Waterfront Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $1,000 (3 Rentals)
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Waterfront, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Waterfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Waterfront 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,760 | $1,500 | $5,000 |
Waterfront 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waterfront Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, NY
As of June 13, 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. |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Waterfront
What type of rentals are currently available in Waterfront?
There are currently 80 Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, NY with pricing that ranges from $875 to $4,200. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waterfront ranging from $1,050 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waterfront?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waterfront ranges from $1,050 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,770.
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