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Rochester, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, NY

Pricing Updated: 12/26/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, NY area range in price from $408 to $5,474 with an overall median price of $2,165. The three Rochester neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Northwest Quadrant at $685, Maplewood at $549, and Edgerton at $900. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rochester Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Northwest Quadrant$1,245$68536
Maplewood$1,340$54960
Edgerton$1,345$90024
Charlotte$1,354$54953
Outer Irondequoit$1,395$54955
19th Ward$1,500$90012
Southwest Quadrant$1,500$42512
Sector 8$1,700$59923
Northland Lyceum$1,827$408128
North Marketview Heights$1,870$408233

Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Orchard Place in the Webster neighborhood priced from $655. Charlotte Harbortown Highrise in the Charlotte neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $703. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Orchard Place1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$655
Charlotte Harbortown HighriseStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$703
Oliver CourtStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$850
Greece CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$899
950 Bay St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
South Wedge CommonsStudio ClassicStudio,1BA$900
Riverview and Industrie LoftsOne bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Sanford Street Associates, LP2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY

As of December 26, 2024 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $1.07 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Riverview and Industrie Lofts in the in the Northeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Kirstein Lofts starting at $1,455 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Sector 10 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.
Riverview and Industrie LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.07
Kirstein LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.11
Orchard Place3 Bed / 1.5 Bath Townhome3BR,1.5BA$0.88
Sanford Street Associates, LP2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$0.82
77 Hillendale St, Unit 277 Hillendale St2BR,1BA$1.12
Rosemont Apartments2bd 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.95
The Smith Gormly5041BR,1BA$1.00
237 Reynolds St, Unit 237237 Reynolds St1BR,1BA$1.13
132 Wellington Ave, Unit 2-Up132 Wellington Ave2BR,1BA$1.12
Oliver CourtStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.06

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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.

Rochester, NY
Population: 206,284

Ranked #112

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rochester, NY

Ranked #3

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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 $655 at Orchard Place.

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 $900 at Sanford Street Associates, LP.

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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