
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dunkirk, NY from $500 (22 Rentals)
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110 Webster St, Unit Upper

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209 King St, Unit Upper

627 Deer St

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170 King St

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14 N Main St, Unit lower

Chadwick Bay Lofts
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Porter Manor

114 Deer St

Park Place Student Housing

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98 Temple St, Unit 98 Temple

30 Water St

85 Cushing St

42-48 Water St
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35 Orchard St, Unit 1

Fredonia

James Place and New Liberty Apartments

723 Ridge Rd

James Place

44 E Main St

Lake Erie Estates
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7008 Erie Rd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dunkirk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkirk Studio Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Dunkirk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $832 | $815 | $850 |
| Dunkirk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,135 | $855 | $1,475 |
| Dunkirk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $938 | $549 | $2,000 |
| Dunkirk 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,487 | $1,475 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Available Dunkirk Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dunkirk, NY is a 3 Beds unit found at Park Place Student Housing priced from $549. 30 Water St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dunkirk apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Student Housing | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $549 |
| 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 Dunkirk, NY and Nearby
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dunkirk area is the $0.90 price per square foot 6 Green St Model at 6 Green St, Unit 6 Green Street LOWER in the starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Dunkirk apartment is the 170 King St Model at 170 King St starting at $1,100 with a $1.00 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Dunkirk apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Green St, Unit 6 Green Street LOWER | 6 Green St | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| 170 King St | 170 King St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| 98 Temple St, Unit 98 Temple | 98 Temple St | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 5040 W Lake Rd, Unit 10 | 5040 W Lake Rd | 1BR,1BA | $4.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dunkirk Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dunkirk Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dunkirk is starting from $1,200 at 30 Water St.
What is the most affordable Dunkirk Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dunkirk Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Place Student Housing and starts from $549.
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