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property at 127 Merrimac St

$450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

127 Merrimac St

BuffaloNY14214

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 84 Crane St

$995 - $1,250

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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84 Crane St

DepewNY14043
property at 401 Delaware Ave

$955 - $1,050

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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401 Delaware Ave

BuffaloNY14202

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 68 Barton St

$1,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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68 Barton St

BuffaloNY14213
property at 20 E Morris Ave

$1,050 - $1,150

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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20 E Morris Ave

BuffaloNY14214

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 7008 Erie Rd

$1,155 - $1,395

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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7008 Erie Rd

DerbyNY14047
property at 2917 Main St

$1,175

1 Bedroom Rentals

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2917 Main St

BuffaloNY14214

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Cheapest Available Erie County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Erie County, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Southwind Landing Senior Apartments in the Bellevue neighborhood priced from $519. Camelot Court Apartments in the University Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $820. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Erie County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Southwind Landing Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$519
Camelot Court Apartments1 BD1BR,1BA$820
Willow Grove ApartmentsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$850
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$870
Hertel Park Senior Residences1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$870
Newell Heights Apartments1 BD / 1 BA1BR,1BA$875
Claire Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$904
Kenmore Tudors1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Baseline Manor Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$930

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Erie County, NY

As of January 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Erie County area is the $0.12 price per square foot 245 Union St Model at 245 Union St, Unit 3 in the starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Erie County apartment is the 257 Richmond Ave Model at 257 Richmond Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,200 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Erie County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
245 Union St, Unit 3245 Union St1BR,1BA$0.12
257 Richmond Ave, Unit 3257 Richmond Ave2BR,1BA$0.67
40 Moselle St, Unit 240 Moselle St3BR,1BA$0.61
1843 Hertel Ave, Unit Upper1843 Hertel Ave3BR,1BA$0.94
470 Winspear Ave, Unit 1st floor470 Winspear Ave3BR,1BA$0.75
239 Oxford Ave, Unit 2239 Oxford Ave3BR,1.5BA$0.94
Village Pines Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.93
Campus Walk OneC13BR,3BA$0.81
412 Cornwall Ave, Unit Upper412 Cornwall Ave3BR,1BA$0.94
Southwind Landing Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.89

Frequently Asked Questions about Erie County

What type of rentals are currently available in Erie County?

There are currently 2028 Apartments for Rent in Erie County, NY with pricing that ranges from $358 to $5,000. There are also 301 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Erie County ranging from $450 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Erie County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Erie County ranges from $450 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,087.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Erie County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Erie County range from $625 to $3,556, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $675.

Expert Rental Resources

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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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!