Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Buffalo, NY
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Buffalo rent stands today
Buffalo, NY rent rose 3.6% year over year, with a current median of $1,450/month. Renters today are paying $50 more per month on average than last year despite a slight month-over-month decline of 1.6%.
Compared to national trends
Buffalo sits 23.7% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters seeking value in a smaller metro with 487 total rentals.
Price ranges
Studios in Buffalo run around $1,100/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,250/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,450/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,500/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,100/month. These bedroom tiers represent the range most renters encounter in the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Cold Springs saw rents climb 58.5% year over year to $1,981/month, while Delaware West Ferry also rose 20.1%. In contrast, Waterfront rents fell 54.5% to $1,750/month, a local divergence from the citywide 3.6% increase.
Median rent
Median rent in Buffalo
$1,450/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Buffalo is $1,450 per month as of October 2026. This is 24% below the national average rent, or $450 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Buffalo
487
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Buffalo rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Buffalo, NY
Average rent prices in Buffalo have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Buffalo, NY
Rent prices in Buffalo vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Buffalo is $1,395, whereas a house costs $2,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Buffalo run $1,220 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,400.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,100 |  3% | 5% | |
1 bedroom | $1,250 | 7% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,450 | 3% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,500 | 3% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,100 | 17% | 8% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Allen | $1,497 | |
Black Rock | $1,325 | |
Bryant | $1,500 | |
Cazenovia Park | $1,400 | |
Delaware West Ferry | $1,981 | |
Forest | $1,600 | |
Front Park | $1,325 | |
Grant Ferry | $1,300 | |
North Park | $1,600 | |
Starin Central | $1,150 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,395 | 3% | 3% | |
Condos | $1,422 | 3% | 2% | |
Houses | $2,200 | 2% | 17% | |
Rooms | $1,019 | 1% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
17%
Last year
8%
Bryant
Average rent
$1,500
Allen
Average rent
$1,497
Delaware West Ferry
Average rent
$1,981
North Park
Average rent
$1,600
Front Park
Average rent
$1,325
Grant Ferry
Average rent
$1,300
Forest
Average rent
$1,600
Cazenovia Park
Average rent
$1,400
Black Rock
Average rent
$1,325
Starin Central
Average rent
$1,150
Apartments
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,422
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
Houses
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
17%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,019
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Buffalo, NY, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Buffalo, NY compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Buffalo and Cheektowaga by all bedroom counts and property types.
Buffalo
24%lower than the national median
25%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Buffalo, NY is 2% higher than the median rent in Cheektowaga, NY.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,427
2%$2,184
10%$1,425
23%$1,350
15%$1,215
6%$950
17%$1,300
$1,900
5%$1,250
29%$2,000
10%$1,300
4%$2,011
9%Cost of living in Buffalo, NY
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 4% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 9% lower |
| Housing | No difference |
| Transportation | 4% higher |
| Utilities | 5% lower |
Discover rentals in Buffalo, NY
5d+ ago
Montrose Ave & Evadene St, Buffalo, NY 14214
1 bed
1 bath
$385
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 8
9h ago
Baynes St & Bird Ave, Buffalo, NY 14213
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 25
3d ago
46 Congress St, Buffalo, NY 14213
2 beds
1 bath
$949
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
2128 Genesee St, Buffalo, NY 14211
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Central Business District condo for rent in Buffalo
2 beds
2.5 baths
$6,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
3d ago
Bryant house for rent in Buffalo
4 beds
2.5 baths
$5,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Buffalo
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Aug 18
5d+ ago
Delaware - West Ferry apartment for rent in Buffalo
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
215 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo, NY 14208
2 beds
2 baths
$1,525–$1,550
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
575 Colvin Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
192 York St #REAR, Buffalo, NY 14213
1 bed
1 bath
$995
Price dropped $55Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 13
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1.5 baths
$3,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 15
2d ago
Verified
575 Colvin Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
192 York St #REAR, Buffalo, NY 14213
1 bed
1 bath
$995
Price dropped $55Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 13
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1.5 baths
$2,195
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Loft for rent
Available May 15
5d+ ago
Verified
91 Durham Ave #NA, Buffalo, NY 14215
4 beds
1.5 baths
$1,600
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 9
2d ago
Verified
575 Colvin Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
192 York St #REAR, Buffalo, NY 14213
1 bed
1 bath
$995
Price dropped $55Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 13
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,195
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 10
16h ago
171 Linwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,485–$1,695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Buffalo, NY
Quick answers to common questions about the Buffalo rental market.
How much is rent in Buffalo?
The average rent in Buffalo is $1,450 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Buffalo?
Average rent prices in Buffalo have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.
How does Buffalo rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Buffalo is 24% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $450 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Buffalo?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Buffalo are Starin Central ($1,150/mo), Grant Ferry ($1,300/mo), and Front Park ($1,325/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Buffalo?
To comfortably afford rent in Buffalo, you'd need to earn approximately $58,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Buffalo?
December and January offer the best opportunities for apartment hunting in Buffalo, with January seeing the lowest rent levels and December representing the least competitive period. You'll find approximately 6.5% lower prices and reduced competition compared to peak summer months like August.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).