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51635 Mound Rd

2605 Greenstone Blvd

440 Baldwin Ave
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56226 Troon N

134 W University Dr

4902 Paladin Dr

319 N Alice Ave
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Rochester, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Rochester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rochester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,835 | $1,295 | $2,500 |
Rochester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,402 | $1,800 | $2,999 |
Rochester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,190 | $2,600 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Rochester Place in the McGregor neighborhood priced from $940. Charles Hamlet in the McGregor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,020. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rochester Place | Lowood | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
Charles Hamlet | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,020 |
Rochester Square | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, MI
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $1.17 price per square foot Suncrisp Model at Cidermill Village in the in the McGregor neighborhood starting from $1,882. The second greatest value 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 Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cidermill Village | Suncrisp | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
Harvard Place Apartments | Charleston | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
Ashford Apartments | Arlington II - 1st Floor Unit with Private Entr... | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Meadowfield Townhomes | Chesapeake Premium | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.69 |
Charles Hamlet | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
Shelby Park Manor Apts - 55 & OVER | 3101 1 Bed+Den / 1 Bath Lower Level End Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Oaks at Hampton Apartments | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Rochester Place | Thornfield | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Essex at Hampton | 1x1 700 | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Rochester Square | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rochester
What type of rentals are currently available in Rochester?
There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Rochester, MI with pricing that ranges from $920 to $4,245. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rochester ranging from $1,200 to $5,250.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rochester?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rochester ranges from $1,200 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,609.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rochester?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rochester range from $1,650 to $4,245, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $2,999. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,945.
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