Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MI from $600 (15 Rentals)
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Rochester Place

230 1st St

120 Campbell St, Unit 9

Great Oaks Apartments

436 Romeo Rd

Cedar Valley Luxury Apartments

Northridge

Rochester Club Apartments

Meadowfield Townhomes
Downtown Rochester, Rochester, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Rochester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,301 | $1,120 | $1,362 |
Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,966 | $950 | $4,293 |
Downtown Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,235 | $1,050 | $4,142 |
Downtown Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,735 | $1,890 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,725 | $3,600 | $3,850 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Rochester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Rochester area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Rochester Place priced from $935. Rochester Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Downtown Rochester apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rochester Place | Lowood | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
Rochester Square | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Forest Ridge Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Great Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Rochester Club Apartments | Style C | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, MI
As of February 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rochester area is the $1.53 price per square foot The Waldoft Deluxe Model at Andover Woods of Rochester Hills in the in the McGregor neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Downtown Rochester apartment is the Charleston Model at Harvard Place Apartments starting at $2,265 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the McGregor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Andover Woods of Rochester Hills | The Waldoft Deluxe | 4BR,3BA | $1.53 |
Harvard Place Apartments | Charleston | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
Cidermill Village | Empire | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
First Street Lofts of Rochester | Plan 6CCC | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
Cedar Valley Luxury Apartments | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATHROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Village Green of Rochester | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
Rochester Club Apartments | Style F | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Rochester Square | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Rochester Place | Lowood | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Mildon Apartments | One Bedroom (Unfurnished) | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Rochester, Rochester, MI
Ranked #22
Among neighborhoods in Rochester, MI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Rochester, Rochester, MI
McGregor Elementary School
Rochester High School
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Rochester, Rochester, MI
McGregor Elementary School
Rochester High School
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Getting Around the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood in Rochester, MI
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Rochester Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment is $950 at Rochester Square.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Rochester is starting from $1,035 at Rochester Place.
What is the most affordable Downtown Rochester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Rochester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harvard Place Apartments and starts from $2,265.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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