Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dunkirk, NY from $500 (7 Rentals)
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Park Place Student Housing

32 Eagle St, Unit 2-bedroom upper apartment
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dunkirk?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Dunkirk Studio Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Dunkirk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,114 | $825 | $1,475 |
Dunkirk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,148 | $549 | $2,000 |
Dunkirk 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,841 | $1,190 | $3,100 |
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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 |
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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 | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunkirk, NY and Nearby
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dunkirk area is the $0.80 price per square foot 6 Green St Model at 6 Green St, Unit 6 Green Street LOWER in the starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Dunkirk apartment is the 35 Canadaway St Model at 35 Canadaway St, Unit Lower starting at $1,600 with a $0.89 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. |
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6 Green St, Unit 6 Green Street LOWER | 6 Green St | 3BR,2BA | $0.80 |
35 Canadaway St, Unit Lower | 35 Canadaway St | 4BR,1BA | $0.89 |
16 Eagle St, Unit Apt A | 16 Eagle St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Campus Edge at Brigham | w-2bdtwnCampus Edge at Brigham | 2BR,2.1BA | $1.43 |
35 Canadaway St, Unit Upper East | 35 Canadaway St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Getting Around Dunkirk, NY
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 42-48 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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