
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chautauqua County, NY from $400 (17 Rentals)
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Chautauqua County, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chautauqua County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chautauqua County Studio Apartments | $875 | $750 | $1,000 |
| Chautauqua County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,070 | $700 | $1,750 |
| Chautauqua County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,188 | $750 | $2,200 |
| Chautauqua County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $549 | $3,000 |
| Chautauqua County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,187 | $1,475 | $2,900 |
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Cheapest Available Chautauqua County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chautauqua County, NY is a 3 Beds unit found at Park Place Student Housing priced from $549. Fairmount Hills Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chautauqua County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Student Housing | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $549 |
| Fairmount Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Colonial Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd floor | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chautauqua County, NY
As of May 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chautauqua County area is the $1.04 price per square foot 8939 Pecor St Model at 8939 Pecor St, Unit First floor in the starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Chautauqua County apartment is the 40 Lambert Ave Model at 40 Lambert Ave, Unit 40A starting at $2,900 with a $2.69 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Chautauqua County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8939 Pecor St, Unit First floor | 8939 Pecor St | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 40 Lambert Ave, Unit 40A | 40 Lambert Ave | 4BR,1.5BA | $2.69 |
| 412 Lafayette St, Unit Lower | 412 Lafayette St | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 79 E Main St, Unit A | 79 E Main St | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 178 Water St, Unit A | 178 Water St | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Colonial Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
| Fairmount Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chautauqua County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chautauqua County?
The cheapest apartment in Chautauqua County is Fairmount Hills Apartments which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Chautauqua County costs $2,187.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chautauqua County?
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 23 regular apartments in Chautauqua County 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 Chautauqua County?
Cheap apartments in Chautauqua County have an average cost of $1,139 which is $1,048 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chautauqua County.
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