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Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, NY under $1200

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  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white dishwasher.
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    220 Lexington Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222
    1 BED $995+
  • the living room of a new home with gray walls and carpet
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    1474 Hertel Avenue, North Buffalo, NY 14216
    1 BED $1,200
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  • a view of a living room with a mirror and a kitchen
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    765 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14203
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with gray walls and a fireplace and wooden floors
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    771 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14203
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  • A kitchen with a black refrigerator, wooden cabinets, a black stove, and a wooden table with a bowl of fruit on it.
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    400 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222
    1 BED $1,100+
    2 BEDS $1,200
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  • A tree with green leaves is in front of a building with a brick facade.
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    266 Bryant Ave., Buffalo, NY 14222
    1 BED $1,150
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  • A bedroom with a large bed and a painting on the wall.
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    496 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14222
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    1 BED $950
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    4 And 10 Jewett Pkwy., 2406 Main,, Buffalo, NY 14214
    1 BED $1,012
  • A two-story house with a balcony and white railings.
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    425 Crescent, Buffalo, NY 14214
    2 BEDS $1,000
  • a kitchen with a center island and a stove and a window
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    197 Summer, Buffalo, NY 14222
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  • a large white house with columns and a porch
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    554 Linwood, Buffalo, NY 14209
    1 BED $900
    2 BEDS $850+
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  • 23 Allen St Studio-1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    23 Allen St, Buffalo, NY 14222
    STUDIO $975+
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  • A house with a grey front and a white door is in the snow.
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    735 Ashland, Buffalo, NY 14222
    1 BED $1,050
    2 BEDS $1,100
  • The building is called The Graystone and has a lot of windows.
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    24 Johnson Park, Buffalo, NY 14202
    STUDIO $1,000+
  • A white car is parked in front of a brick building with a black roof.
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    856 Amherst, Buffalo, NY 14216
    STUDIO $875+
  • A white house with a black roof and a balcony.
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    180 East Delevan, Buffalo, NY 14208
    3 BEDS $1,085+
  • 108 Mayer Ave. 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    108 Mayer Ave., Buffalo, NY 14207
    3 BEDS $1,000
  • 232 Richmond Studio-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    232 Richmond, Buffalo, NY 14222
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  • PO Box 569 Studio-1 Bed Apartment for Rent
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    PO Box 569, Buffalo, NY 14207
    STUDIO $975+
    1 BED $750+
  • A kitchen with a black stove top oven and wooden flooring.
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    200 Hamburg St, Buffalo, NY 14204
    2 BEDS $900
  • A kitchen with a black stove top oven and a window with blinds.
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    769 Columbus Parkway, Buffalo, NY 14213
    2 BEDS $1,100
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and black flooring.
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    175 Freund Street, Buffalo, NY 14215
    2 BEDS $1,000
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a ceiling fan.
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    175 Freund Street, Buffalo, NY 14215
    2 BEDS $1,150
  • A kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets.
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    140 North St, Buffalo, NY 14201
    1 BED $1,075
  • A kitchen with a white fridge and a white dishwasher.
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    140 North St, Buffalo, NY 14201
    STUDIO $900
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Getting around in Buffalo, NY

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Some Transit
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Bikeable
Walk Score®: 50, Transit Score®: 47, Bike Score®: 62

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Buffalo, NY last updated?

Prices and availability in Buffalo, NY were last updated on 22 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Buffalo, NY?

The best apartments in Buffalo, NY are: 160 Rivermist Drive, Ellicott Homes, 220 Lexington Avenue Apartments, Hertel Avenue Apartments and Spaulding Building I.

What type of rental buildings are in Buffalo, NY?

In Buffalo, 57% of the residents are renting compared to 43% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 11% of Buffalo’s rentals, 74% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 15% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Buffalo, NY under $1,200

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,200?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 50 apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY on which you’ll spend less than $1,200. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $1,200

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $1,200. The average rental size in Buffalo, NY is 768 Sqft, but the $1,200 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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