
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chautauqua County, NY from $549 (31 Rentals)
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113 Willard St

66 Liberty St

Ellicott Oaks Apartments

Fairmount Hills Apartments

Wellman Building

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1602 French Creek Mina Rd, Unit #2
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614 Lafayette St

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5040 W Lake Rd, Unit 10

21 E 3rd St

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428 Eagle St

329 Crossman St
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Parkview

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82 Colfax St

Fredonia

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38 W 12th St

111 Myrtle St

84 Victoria Ave

245 Fulton St

Fairhern Apartments
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James Place

Covenant Manor

408 Lafayette St
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 | $921 | $650 | $1,750 |
| Chautauqua County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,174 | $750 | $2,100 |
| Chautauqua County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $993 | $549 | $2,000 |
| Chautauqua County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $1,475 | $1,475 |
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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. Wellman Building has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. 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 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio, 1BA | $750 |
| Fairmount Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $825 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $850 |
| 30 Water St | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,000 |
| 42-48 Water St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR, 1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chautauqua County, NY
As of September 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chautauqua County area is the $1.00 price per square foot 170 King St Model at 170 King St, Unit 170 king unit #2 starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Chautauqua County apartment is the 706 Main St Model at 706 Main St, Unit Upper 2-Bedroom Apartment starting at $950 with a $0.90 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 170 King St, Unit 170 king unit #2 | 170 King St | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.00 |
| 706 Main St, Unit Upper 2-Bedroom Apartment | 706 Main St | 2BR, 1BA | $0.90 |
| 79 E Main St, Unit A | 79 E Main St | 2BR, 1BA | $2.10 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $0.91 |
| Fairmount Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.03 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio, 1BA | $1.00 |
| 178 Water St, Unit C | 178 Water St | 1BR, 1BA | $2.00 |
| 1602 French Creek Mina Rd, Unit #2 | 1602 French Creek Mina Rd | 1BR, 1BA | $1.15 |
| 5040 W Lake Rd, Unit 10 | 5040 W Lake Rd | 1BR, 1BA | $4.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chautauqua County Apartments
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 32 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 $734 which is $128 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chautauqua County.
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