
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, WV from $500 (56 Rentals)
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1510 7th Ave

Hickory Way Apartments

Carriage Hill

Hudson Place

Barnett Commons

Patriot River View (FKA One Morris)

Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill)

Lynwood Ter

Garden Park Apartments
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Herd Flats - Campus Housing

The Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

Brook Side Apartments

Southmoor Hills

Patriot on the Grand ( FKA Grandview Pointe)

Breck Gardens

Patriot Greenbrier (FKA Greenbrier Gardens)

Patriot of Brenmick (FKA Brenmick)

Patriot on the Tyler (FKA Tyler)

Patriot Glen (FKA Olde English I)
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Royal Oaks at Pea Ridge

Hidden Brook Apartments

1439 6th Avenue

Patriot Lanes (FKA Kelly Manor)

SABLE POINT

149 Heizer Creek Rd

9 Riddle MHP

6 Riddle Mobile Home Park

Imperial Lofts

Vista View Apartments
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Mary Lane Estates

Maury Village Apartments

518 9th Ave

607 20th St

Main Street Apartments

5 Rolling Meadows

6466 Farmdale Rd

Greentree Apartments

Emerald Gardens

60 Township Rd 1118
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108 Blue Jacket Cir

506 2nd St

Meg Village

238 Township Rd 1110

100 Blue Jacket Cir

671 Limeberger Creek Rd

25 Alice Ct

21 Woodward Ct

1020 Church St

11 Birchwood Ct
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Buffalo, WV Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buffalo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Studio Apartments | $1,066 | $750 | $2,000 |
| Buffalo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,041 | $605 | $3,350 |
| Buffalo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,258 | $605 | $4,150 |
| Buffalo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,551 | $740 | $3,500 |
| Buffalo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $1,284 | $2,475 |
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Cheapest Available Buffalo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo, WV is a 2 Beds unit found at Pine Meadows Apartments in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood priced from $605. Hickory Way Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $640. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Meadows Apartments | 1br | 2BR,1BA | $605 |
| Hickory Way Apartments | 2 Bdr | 2BR,1BA | $640 |
| Carriage Hill | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $712 |
| Barnett Commons | 2 Bed 55+ | 2BR,1BA | $740 |
| Lynwood Ter | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill) | STUDIO | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Patriot River View (FKA One Morris) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Herd Flats - Campus Housing | Unfurnished | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $820 |
| Brook Side Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, WV and Nearby
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buffalo area is the $0.78 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Garden Apartment with 2 Car Ga... Model at Country Club Village Apartments in the in the Outer S Charleston Kanawha City neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Buffalo apartment is the 3 Bed/1.5 Bath Townhouse Model at 3811-3850 Sleepy Hollow Dr starting at $1,350 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Teays Valley Hurricane neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Garden Apartment with 2 Car Ga... | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| 3811-3850 Sleepy Hollow Dr | 3 Bed/1.5 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Carriage Hill | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.68 |
| Emerald Gardens | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.84 |
| Patriot of Brenmick (FKA Brenmick) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill) | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Hickory Way Apartments | 2 Bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Brook Side Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Marshall Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Pine Meadows Apartments | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Buffalo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Buffalo is at Patriot Walker (FKA Village Hill) listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Apartment is $605 at Pine Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Buffalo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Buffalo is starting from $605 at Pine Meadows Apartments.
What is the most affordable Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carriage Hill and starts from $834.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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