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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, NY

Pricing Updated: 03/03/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, NY area range in price from $545 to $6,160 with an overall median price of $2,227. The three Rochester neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Charlotte at $703, 19th Ward at $600, and Southwest Quadrant at $600. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rochester Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Charlotte$1,354$703393
19th Ward$1,450$600119
Southwest Quadrant$1,450$600143
Northland Lyceum$1,865$5453255
Homestead Heights$1,870$5454174
Susan B Anthony$1,925$5456446
North Marketview Heights$1,927$5456424
Sector 8$1,955$706468
Mayors Heights$1,970$5456476
Dutchtown$1,995$6004481

Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, NY is a Studio unit found at Charlotte Harbortown Highrise in the Charlotte neighborhood priced from $703. The Columbus Building in the Sector 10 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Charlotte Harbortown HighriseStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$703
The Columbus BuildingEfficiency Studios (7th floor)Studio,1BA$850
950 Bay St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
St. Bernard's Park - 55+ Senior HousingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$887
South Wedge CommonsStudio ClassicStudio,1BA$900
Sanford Street Associates, LP2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$900
2124-2126 Monroe Ave Rochester NY2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY

As of March 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $0.80 price per square foot 311 S Goodman St Model at 311 S Goodman St, Unit 311 South Goodman St in the in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the 127 Wellington Ave Model at 127 Wellington Ave, Unit Up starting at $1,175 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Southwest Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
311 S Goodman St, Unit 311 South Goodman St311 S Goodman St2BR,1BA$0.80
127 Wellington Ave, Unit Up127 Wellington Ave2BR,1BA$0.93
144 Jamestown Ter, Unit 144 Jamestown Terrace144 Jamestown Ter1BR,1BA$0.98
Orchard Place3 Bed / 1.5 Bath Townhome3BR,1.5BA$0.88
Sanford Street Associates, LP2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$0.82
Cedars Of Chili2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.02
2124-2126 Monroe Ave Rochester NY2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.97
386 Ridgeway Ave, Unit 04386 Ridgeway Ave2BR,1BA$1.06
St. Bernard's Park - 55+ Senior HousingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.99
490 Glenwood Ave, Unit Dn490 Glenwood Ave1BR,1BA$1.13

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Rochester Overview

Hovering just behind the massive New York City and Buffalo regions to lay claim to the third most populated city in all of New York, Rochester is a growing metropolis offering a winning combination of universities, amenities and an on-the-rise job market. Add to that captivating scenic beauty and a garage rock scene that rivals some of the best in the nation, and it quickly becomes apparent as to why so many New Yorkers choose to call Rochester home.

Why live in Rochester, NY?

Home to a large number of schools and businesses, Rochester has remained a popular draw due to its economic growth and abundance of scenic, waterfront beauty. A diverse mix of young and old residents can be found across Rochester neighborhoods and its popular downtown, which is ripe with world-class restaurants, nightclubs and taverns.

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Getting Around Rochester, NY

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Rochester Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rochester?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rochester is at Charlotte Harbortown Highrise listed at $703.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rochester Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rochester Apartment is $821 at Charlotte Harbortown Highrise.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rochester Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rochester is starting from $887 at St. Bernard's Park - 55+ Senior Housing.

What is the most affordable Rochester Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rochester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Orchard Place and starts from $1,031.

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