What is the average apartment size in Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY?

The average size for a Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY apartment is 1,045 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Downtown Buffalo?

As of Feb / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Buffalo is $1,680 per month, a 22.9% increase from last years average of $1,367.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Buffalo?

In Downtown Buffalo, studios rent for $1,321 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,439 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,809 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,643 per month

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Buffalo?

The typical apartment in Downtown Buffalo offers about 1,045 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Buffalo?

Studio apartments in Downtown Buffalo average 466 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 852 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,172 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,729 sq. ft.

Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Buffalo?

The typical rent budget in Downtown Buffalo ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 54% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Buffalo?

In Downtown Buffalo, 82% of households rent while 18% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: April 11, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Buffalo is $1,680, a 22.9% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,367.

Studio Apartments at $1,321 offer the most budget-friendly option with 466 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 852 square feet for $1,439, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,809 offer 1,172 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,729 sq ft) for $2,643, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

Last updated: April 11, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,680	1,045 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,321	466 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,439	852 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,809	1,172 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,643	1,729 sq. ft.

Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY have increased by 22.9% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,367 to $1,680.

What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY?

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY (54%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY?

553 or 82% of the households in Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY are renter-occupied while 120 or 18% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Buffalo?

Parkside $1,016/month

Kensington $1,053/month

Bryant $1,146/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,404/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Buffalo?

LaSalle $1,507/month

Starin Central $1,635/month

Downtown Buffalo $1,680/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Buffalo, NY By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Downtown Buffalo	$1,680
Starin Central	$1,635
LaSalle	$1,507
Park Meadow	$1,377
North Park	$1,341
Delaware - West Ferry	$1,332
South Ellicott	$1,327
Willert Park	$1,309
Allentown	$1,169
Bryant	$1,146
Kensington	$1,053
Parkside	$1,016

Buffalo | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Buffalo is 44% higher than in Allentown

$1,680

Downtown Buffalo rent is the same as Buffalo average

Average Rent $1,680

$1,169

Allentown rent is 30% lower than Buffalo average

Average Rent $1,169

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Downtown Buffalo apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.