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Property type
Last updated on June 15, 2026
Average rent in
Buffalo, NY
Average rent in
Last updated on June 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Buffalo rent stands today
Buffalo, NY rent rose 3.7% year over year, with a current median of $1,400/month. Renters today are paying $107 more per month on average than last year, and rents have returned to the peak level seen in June 2026.
Compared to national trends
Buffalo sits 28.2% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, with 595 total rentals offering a smaller but accessible market for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Buffalo run around $1,095/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,225/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,400/month, and 3-bedrooms around $1,600/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,375/month. Houses rent for a median of $2,200/month while apartments sit at $1,350/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Buffalo, NY, Waterfront rents fell 57.0% year over year to $1,528/month across 27 rentals. This decline contrasts with the citywide rise of 3.7%, showing a localized cooldown in this neighborhood.
Median rent
Median rent in Buffalo
$1,400/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Buffalo is $1,400 per month as of June 2026. This is 28% below the national average rent, or $550 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Buffalo
595
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Buffalo rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Buffalo, NY
Average rent prices in Buffalo have remained the same 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 $1,350, whereas a house costs $2,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Buffalo run $1,200 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,350.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,095 |  4% | 5% | |
1 bedroom | $1,225 | 2% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $1,400 | 1% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,600 | No Change | 13% | |
4 bedroom | $2,375 | 1% | 10% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Allen | $1,350 | |
Black Rock | $1,025 | |
Bryant | $1,450 | |
Delaware West Ferry | $1,750 | |
Forest | $1,675 | |
Front Park | $1,350 | |
Grant Ferry | $1,300 | |
Lasalle | $1,425 | |
North Park | $1,575 | |
Riverside Park | $1,250 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,350 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,397 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,200 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $939 | 3% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,095
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,225
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
13%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,375
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
10%
Bryant
Average rent
$1,450
Allen
Average rent
$1,350
Delaware West Ferry
Average rent
$1,750
Forest
Average rent
$1,675
Front Park
Average rent
$1,350
North Park
Average rent
$1,575
Riverside Park
Average rent
$1,250
Lasalle
Average rent
$1,425
Grant Ferry
Average rent
$1,300
Black Rock
Average rent
$1,025
Apartments
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,397
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$939
Last 30 days
3%
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
28%lower than the national median
28%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Buffalo, NY is equal to the median rent in Cheektowaga, NY.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,400
14%$2,200
5%$1,700
3%$1,750
7%$1,510
2%$995
14%$1,200
8%$1,897
9%$1,250
10%$1,995
20%$1,265
9%$2,253
3%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 | 3% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 10% lower |
| Housing | No difference |
| Transportation | 5% higher |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in Buffalo, NY
2d ago
Montrose Ave & Evadene St, Buffalo, NY 14214
1 bed
1 bath
$385
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 8
3d ago
104 Lewis St, Buffalo, NY 14206
1 bed
1 bath
$620
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Baynes St & Bird Ave, Buffalo, NY 14213
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 25
5d+ ago
Lovejoy apartment for rent in Buffalo
2 beds
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Central Business District condo for rent in Buffalo
3 beds
3.5 baths
$9,750
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Waterfront townhouse for rent in Buffalo
3 beds
3.5 baths
$7,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Waterfront townhouse for rent in Buffalo
3 beds
3.5 baths
$6,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Central Business District condo for rent in Buffalo
2 beds
2.5 baths
$6,000
Condo for rent
4d ago
Verified
215 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo, NY 14208
2 beds
2 baths
$1,350–$1,630
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1.5 baths
$1,995
Loft for rent
Available May 15
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,570
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 15
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1.5 baths
$2,930
Apartment for rent
Available May 1
4d ago
Verified
215 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo, NY 14208
2 beds
2 baths
$1,350–$1,630
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,570
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 15
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1.5 baths
$1,995
Loft for rent
Available May 15
5d+ ago
Verified
227 Sunshine Dr #227, Buffalo, NY 14228
3 beds
2 baths
$2,799
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
4d ago
Verified
215 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo, NY 14208
2 beds
2 baths
$1,350–$1,630
Apartment for rent
45m ago
Riverside Park apartment for rent in Buffalo
3 beds
1 bath
$1,100
Apartment for rent
4h ago
26 Irving Pl, Buffalo, NY 14201
1 bed
1 bath
$1,259–$1,289
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Allen apartment for rent in Buffalo
3 beds
1 bath
$1,950
$1,750
Price drop
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 $1,400 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Buffalo?
Average rent prices in Buffalo have remained the same 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 28% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $550 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Buffalo?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Buffalo are Black Rock ($1,025/mo), Riverside Park ($1,250/mo), and Grant Ferry ($1,300/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Buffalo?
To comfortably afford rent in Buffalo, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Buffalo?
Buffalo's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,300 per month, while two-bedroom units also average around $1,500 per month. Both apartment types have seen increases from the previous year, with one-bedrooms rising 2.0% and two-bedrooms climbing 4.1%.
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).