Rents in the Buffalo, New York metro area are getting even higher as 2025 comes to a close, setting the market apart from many large metros where prices are easing.
The Realtor.com® November 2025 Rental Report shows that Buffalo is seeing renewed upward pressure, even as national rents continue a long correction.
For renters, the trend highlights both the strength of the local market and the ongoing challenge of keeping housing affordable. But with that said, the area is still very much in reach, even for minimum-wage workers.
Buffalo rents rise, but affordability stands out
Buffalo-Cheektowaga recorded a 3.3% year-over-year increase in median asking rent for 0- to 2-bedroom units in November, with the average rent per unit coming in at $1,176…