Average Rent in Buffalo, NY
What is the average rent in Buffalo, NY?
The average listed apartment rent in Buffalo, NY is $1,990 per month, as of October 21, 2026. This sample includes 33 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from October 19, 2026 through October 21, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
4 apartment buildings, 33 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Buffalo, NYAvg Rent
$1,990/mo
median $2,015
market average
Cheapest
$1,239/mo
The Grid Downtown Buffalo Apartments
Properties
4
tracked daily
Units
33
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Analysis
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Average Rent by Property
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Buffalo, NY Rent Prices
All 4 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
The Grid Downtown Buffalo Apartments
1155 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14209, USA
Barcalo Living
225 Louisiana St, Buffalo, NY 14204, USA
Niagara Square
224 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14201, USA
Ellicott Development
295 Main St #700, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
Park Place Townhomes
100 Athol St, Buffalo, NY 14220, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Grid Downtown Buffalo Apartments 1155 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14209, USA | $1,239 | $1,671 | $3.08/ft² | 4.4 (139) | 11 |
| 2 | Barcalo Living 225 Louisiana St, Buffalo, NY 14204, USA | $1,655 | $2,139 | $2.30/ft² | 4.7 (16) | 11 |
| 3 | Niagara Square 224 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14201, USA | $1,657 | $1,947 | $2.29/ft² | 4 (4) | 3 |
| 4 | Ellicott Development 295 Main St #700, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA | $2,015 | $2,241 | $1.63/ft² | 3.2 (60) | 8 |
| 5 | Park Place Townhomes 100 Athol St, Buffalo, NY 14220, USA | -- | -- | -- | 2.9 (35) | 0 |
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The Grid Downtown Buffalo Apartments
4.4 (139)1155 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14209, USA
Barcalo Living
4.7 (16)225 Louisiana St, Buffalo, NY 14204, USA
Niagara Square
4 (4)224 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14201, USA
Ellicott Development
3.2 (60)295 Main St #700, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
Park Place Townhomes
2.9 (35)100 Athol St, Buffalo, NY 14220, USA
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Buffalo, NY neighborhoods
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Buffalo, NY Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Buffalo, NY is $1,990 per month, based on 33 units across 4 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,239 at The Grid Downtown Buffalo Apartments to $2,853 at Barcalo Living.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,593/mo | $1,239/mo | 3 |
| 1 Bed | $2,026/mo | $1,655/mo | 13 |
| 2 Bed | $2,273/mo | $1,981/mo | 7 |
| 3 Bed | $2,529/mo | $2,204/mo | 2 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Buffalo, NY, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Buffalo, NY averages $2,026/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $2,273/mo. At the local median household income of $48,050, that works out to 50% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Buffalo, NY at $989/mo. The current tracked market average runs 101% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Buffalo, NY while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Buffalo, NY?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$80,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,990/mo.
Comfortable income
$96,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,239/mo), you need to earn at least $50,000/year.
Median household income in Buffalo, NY is $48,050 , about 50% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Buffalo, NY
Overall prices in Buffalo, NY runs below the national average by about 5% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 94.9, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Buffalo, NY's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,990 |
| Utilities | $327 |
| Groceries | $526 |
| Transportation | $779 |
| Healthcare | $380 |
| Other goods and services | $608 |
| Estimated total | $4,608/mo |
Population
276,397
Median household income
$48,050
Census median rent
$989/mo
Census rent burden
31.3%
Median age
34.3
Mean commute
20 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in New York
How Buffalo, NY rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Buffalo, NY | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, NY | $2,013 | +1% | +8.9% | 144 |
| Brooklyn, NY | $5,034 | +153% | -1.3% | 25 |
| Utica, NY | $1,637 | -18% | -3.3% | 13 |
| Schenectady, NY | $1,858 | -7% | -6% | 11 |
| White Plains, NY | $3,668 | +84% | -8.7% | 10 |
| Cohoes, NY | $1,949 | -2% | -11.2% | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Buffalo, NY?
The average listed apartment rent in Buffalo, NY is $1,990 per month, as of October 21, 2026. This sample includes 33 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Buffalo, NY?
The median asking rent in Buffalo, NY is $2,015 per month, computed from 33 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,990/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Buffalo, NY?
The lowest available rent in Buffalo, NY starts at $1,239 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Buffalo, NY?
1-bedroom apartments in Buffalo, NY average $2,026/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,655/mo across 13 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Buffalo, NY?
2-bedroom apartments in Buffalo, NY average $2,273/mo. Units start from $1,981/mo across 7 units currently listed.
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