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Living in Buffalo, NY

Buffalo is located on the eastern shore of Lake Erie and near Niagara Falls, which offers a variety of entertainment and employment opportunities. Visitors can admire the beautiful Art Deco City Hall, Buffalo History Museum, Albright-Knox Art Gallery, or Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin Martin House while learning about its history. Buffalo is also home to the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, which performs at Kleinhans Music Hall, one of the most acoustically perfect concert halls in the world, and the State University of New York at Buffalo and Canisius College.

Explore the city's beauty by hiking in the scenic Chestnut Ridge Park, kayaking or paddling down the tranquil Buffalo River, or biking through the city's many parks and trails. Sports fans can cheer on the Buffalo Bills (NFL) and Buffalo Sabres (NHL), both of which have passionate fan bases. The culinary scene in Buffalo is famous for its food, including Buffalo wings, beef on weck, and sponge candy. Buffalo hosts several annual events, such as the National Buffalo Wing Festival and the Taste of Buffalo.

Buffalo has a rich history, a strong economy, and a thriving arts and culture scene, making it an excellent place to live.

Rental Market Trends

Buffalo, NY

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As of November 2026, Buffalo's rental market is competitive, with rentals spending about 25 days on the market, faster than in New York (29), and rents up 2.7% over the past year. Buffalo's average rent is 48.1% ($1,432) lower than the New York average of $2,977 and 24.1% ($491) lower than the U.S. average of $2,036.

Average Rent
$1,545
Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change
Decreased0.11% ($2)
Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
Increased2.7% ($40)
Days on Market
25
Unit Type Average Rent Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
1 Bed $1,356 Increased0.21% ($3) Increased3.8% ($50)
2 Beds $1,535 Increased0.19% ($3) Decreased1.7% ($26)
3 Beds $1,676 Decreased1.09% ($18) Increased6.3% ($99)
Nearby Cities Average Rent Avg. Rent vs. BuffaloAverage Rent vs. Buffalo Days on Market
Cheektowaga $1,916 Increased24.0% ($371) 30 days
Depew $1,389 Decreased10.1% ($156) 25 days
West Seneca $1,665 Increased7.8% ($120) 28 days
Tonawanda $1,317 Decreased14.8% ($228) 27 days
Getzville $1,904 Increased23.2% ($359) 26 days
Based on rentals advertised on RentalSource in and around Buffalo.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The average rent in Buffalo, NY is $1,545 per month.
In Buffalo, the average rent is $1,356 per month for a 1-bedroom apartment, $1,535 for a 2-bedroom apartment and $1,676 for a 3-bedroom apartment.
The average rent in Buffalo is 24.1% ($491) lower than the national average of $2,036 per month.
The rental market in Buffalo, NY is currently competitive, with rentals spending about 25 days on the market, faster than in New York (29), and rents up 2.7% over the past year.
Based on the current averages, a household would need an annual income of $61,400 to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom apartment in Buffalo.
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