Cheap Apartments for Rent in Niagara Falls, NY from $500 (53 Rentals)

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427 5th St
$700 - $1,050
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$700 - $1,050

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427 5th St

427 5th StNiagara Falls, NY 14301
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property at 530 Main St

$950 - $999

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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530 Main St

Niagara FallsNY14301
property at 1312 Ontario Ave

$1,200 - $1,500

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1312 Ontario Ave

Niagara FallsNY14305

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Lafayette Square
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lafayette Square

1736 Lafayette AveNiagara Falls, NY 14305
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Niagara I & II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Niagara I & II

8921-9103 Saint Johns PkyNiagara Falls, NY 14304
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Niagara I
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Niagara I

1723 Caravelle DrNiagara Falls, NY 14304
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Marine Memorial Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Marine Memorial Apartments

9502 Marine Memorial DrNiagara Falls, NY 14304
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Heritage Commons
2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Commons

834-904 80th StNiagara Falls, NY 14304
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Pineview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pineview Apartments

9815 Niagara Falls BlvdNiagara Falls, NY 14304
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Niagara III
2 Bedroom Apartments

Niagara III

2716-2964 22nd StNiagara Falls, NY 14305
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property at 6908 Buffalo Ave

$875

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$875

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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6908 Buffalo Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4

6908 Buffalo Ave
Niagara FallsNY14304
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Eagle Heights
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Heights

4822 Hyde Park BlvdNiagara Falls, NY 14305
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property at 709 Townsend Pl

$920 - $1,070

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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709 Townsend Pl

Niagara FallsNY14301

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616 Niagara St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

616 Niagara St

616 Niagara StNiagara Falls, NY 14303
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Monteagle Ridge Estates
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Monteagle Ridge Estates

4600 Hyde Park BlvdNiagara Falls, NY 14305
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property at 616 7th St

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

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616 7th St

Niagara FallsNY14301
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460 3rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

460 3rd St

460 3rd StNiagara Falls, NY 14301
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443 6th St.
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

443 6th St.

443 6th StNiagara Falls, NY 14301
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Niagara Falls, NY

Pricing Updated: 04/11/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Niagara Falls, NY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Niagara Falls Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Greater Niagara Falls$2,250$57499

Cheapest Available Niagara Falls Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Niagara Falls, NY is a Studio unit found at The Jefferson in the Outer Niagara Falls neighborhood priced from $800. Bellreng Apartments in the Outer Niagara Falls neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Niagara Falls apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The JeffersonStudioStudio,1BA$800
Bellreng Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
Country Glenn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$925
The Verrazzano on 3rdStudioStudio,1BA$950
6723 Buffalo Ave2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$975
The Eleanor Apartments1 Bedroom Ground Level - ADA1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Niagara Falls, NY

As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Niagara Falls area is the $1.30 price per square foot 720 Buffalo Ave Model at 720 Buffalo Ave in the in the Outer Niagara Falls neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Niagara Falls apartment is the 1968 Cudaback Ave Model at 1968 Cudaback Ave, Unit 1 starting at $895 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Outer Niagara Falls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Niagara Falls apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
720 Buffalo Ave720 Buffalo Ave2BR,1BA$1.30
1968 Cudaback Ave, Unit 11968 Cudaback Ave1BR,1BA$1.19
552 3rd St552 3rd St1BR,1BA$1.50
6723 Buffalo Ave2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.48
The Verrazzano on 3rdStudioStudio ,1BA$1.65
Bellreng Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.66
The Eleanor Apartments1 Bedroom Level 31BR,1BA$2.60
Country Glenn ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.18
The JeffersonStudioStudio ,1BA$1.93
427 5th St427 5th StStudio ,1BA$2.00

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Niagara Falls Overview

If you are looking for a cool place to live with gorgeous scenery and bright lights, then you want to check out the city of Niagara Falls, NY. The city is located at the edge of the border between the United States and Canada, at the eastern edge of the state of New York. It sits on the Nagara River, directly across from the city of Niagara Falls, Ontario. Both cities are named after the gorgeous waterfall, which they straddle. The city is close to Buffalo, NY. Due to the unique scenery and the friendly people, there are lots of individuals and families who are looking for apartments in Niagara Falls, NY. If you are looking for Niagara Falls apartments, then take a few minutes and learn a bit about everything this gorgeous city has to offer!

Why live in Niagara Falls, NY?

There are a few major reasons why so many people love to live in Niagara Falls, NY. First, the weather is relatively cool, so those who don’t like the heat are going to be happy in this area. Second, the scenery is gorgeous. There is nothing like living close to Niagara Falls, NY. Third, the people in this area are friendly. The lifestyle is a bit more laid back and people have more time to help their neighbors. Finally, Niagara Falls, NY is still close to major cities such as Buffalo and New York City, NY.

Niagara Falls, NY
Population: 48,144

Ranked #782

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Niagara Falls Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Niagara Falls?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Niagara Falls is at The Jefferson listed at $800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Niagara Falls Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Niagara Falls Apartment is $899 at Bellreng Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Niagara Falls Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Niagara Falls is starting from $975 at 6723 Buffalo Ave.

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