
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Derby, NY from $600 (45 Rentals)
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7008 Erie Rd

Claire Court Apartments

Wynterbrooke Apartments

Bethel Estates 62 +

Washington Square Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

Brookview Apartments

Strnad Drive Apartments
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Steeple Bay Estates

Quaker Estates

Arbor Meadows

Lincoln Square Apartments

Bradford Place

Regency Court

Hallmark Village

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Hamburg Heights
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Park Lane Terrace Apartments

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Armor Heights

Big Tree Manor

Orchard Place Senior Apartments

Foster Brook Senior Apartments

South Pointe Senior Apartments

Seneca Pointe Senior Apartments
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Woodview Apartments

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Camelot Village

Riley Brook Apartments

Oakwood Grove

Sunset Court Apartments

243 Niagara St

562 Wilson St

Fox Brook Townhomes
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156 James St

102 Macamley St

214 Rhode Island St

Colonial Court Apartments

Emerald Reserve Orchard Park

78 Kirkwood Dr

209 Summer St

518 Wilson St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Derby?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Derby 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,455 | $925 | $1,800 |
| Derby 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $904 | $3,300 |
| Derby 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,335 | $1,023 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Available Derby Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Derby, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at Claire Court Apartments in the Hamburg neighborhood priced from $904. Steeple Bay Estates in the South Buffalo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Derby apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claire Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $904 |
| Steeple Bay Estates | 2BD1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Strnad Drive Apartments | 1-Bedroom unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Hamburg Heights | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Village Center | Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Village Pines Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Maplewood Estates Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Glen | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,355 |
| Orchard Place Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
| South Pointe Senior Apartments | 1 BDS | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Derby, NY and Nearby
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Derby area is the $0.88 price per square foot 2 Bed- 2 Level Model at Village Pines Apartments in the in the Hamburg neighborhood starting from $1,670. The second greatest value Derby apartment is the 2 Bd/2Ba 1 Car Garage Model at Mission Hills Villas starting at $2,400 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Hamburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Derby apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Pines Apartments | 2 Bed- 2 Level | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Mission Hills Villas | 2 Bd/2Ba 1 Car Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| The Woods @ Bayview | Forest View Flat | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Orchard Grove Apartments | The Eastern - 1st Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Woodview Apartments | Hawthrone | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Claire Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| The Villages At Mission Hills | Two Bedroom One bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Foster Brook Senior Apartments | Redwood | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| Village Center | Garden/w patio | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Steeple Bay Estates | 2BD1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Derby Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Derby Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Derby Apartment is $1,100 at Strnad Drive Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Derby Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Derby is starting from $904 at Claire Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Derby Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Derby Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Claire Court Apartments and starts from $1,023.
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