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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 |
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Dunkirk Studio Apartments | $812 | $625 | $1,000 |
Dunkirk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
Dunkirk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,117 | $825 | $1,475 |
Dunkirk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,028 | $765 | $2,000 |
Dunkirk 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $1,190 | $3,100 |
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Cheapest Available Dunkirk Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Park Place Student Housing | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $765 |
30 Water St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunkirk, NY and Nearby
As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dunkirk area is the $2.87 price per square foot 40 Lambert Ave Model at 40 Lambert Ave, Unit 40A in the starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Dunkirk apartment is the 55 E Courtney St Model at 55 E Courtney St, Unit UPPER FRONT starting at $1,050 with a $1.27 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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40 Lambert Ave, Unit 40A | 40 Lambert Ave | 4BR,1.5BA | $2.87 |
55 E Courtney St, Unit UPPER FRONT | 55 E Courtney St | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
35 Orchard St, Unit 2 | 35 Orchard St | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dunkirk Apartments
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 $765.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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