Collegiate Village
6 Affinity Ln,
Buffalo, NY 14215
$680 - $1,954 | Studio - 4 Beds
In New York State’s second largest city, the neighborhood of Kensington provides a historic setting that’s perfect for residents who want to experience the benefits of suburban life combined with the convenience of living so close to Downtown Buffalo. Sometimes called Kensington-Bailey because the neighborhood’s central intersection is Kensington and Bailey Avenue, this area is classically Buffalo. You’ll find long-standing single-family homes and charming apartments in brick buildings on tree-lined streets. Kensington is relatively small by area, just one square mile, but the area rates well for walkability. You’ll find long-time resident hotspots in the form of bars and restaurants along Bailey Avenue and Cleveland Drive. Located nearly seven miles from Downtown Buffalo, Kensington is great for commuters thanks to its proximity to Highway 62 and the Kensington Expressway.
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Kensington is $995 for one bedroom, $942 for two bedrooms, and $962 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kensington has increased by 0.0% in the past year.
1 BR
610 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$995/month
Average Rent
2 BR
830 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$942/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,020 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$962/month
Average Rent
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.