
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dunkirk, NY from $500 (28 Rentals)
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14 N Main St, Unit lower, Unit lower

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718 Washington Ave, Unit Right Side, Unit Right Side

Chadwick Bay Lofts

Porter Manor

Park Place Student Housing

10 Barker St
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11.5 Berry Rd, Unit 11.5 Berry Road

30 Water St

85 Cushing St

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6 Forest Pl, Unit Rear, Unit Rear

42-48 Water St

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29 Forest Pl, Unit Upper, Unit Upper

35 Orchard St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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5 Warsaw St

Fredonia

44 Rich

James Place and New Liberty Apartments

James Place

44 E Main St

Lake Erie Estates
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7008 Erie Rd

243 Niagara St

156 James St

396 Sudbury Rd

68 Prospect Ave

148 Maple St

48 Water St
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Dunkirk, NY Local Guide

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 | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| Dunkirk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,273 | $735 | $1,600 |
| Dunkirk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $549 | $3,000 |
| Dunkirk 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,187 | $1,475 | $2,900 |
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Cheapest Available Dunkirk Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Student Housing | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $549 |
| 30 Water St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunkirk, NY and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dunkirk area is the $2.69 price per square foot 40 Lambert Ave Model at 40 Lambert Ave, Unit 40A in the starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Dunkirk apartment is the 218 Pike St Model at 218 Pike St, Unit upper apt. starting at $735 with a $1.05 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Lambert Ave, Unit 40A | 40 Lambert Ave | 4BR,1.5BA | $2.69 |
| 218 Pike St, Unit upper apt. | 218 Pike St | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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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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