
Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY Under $1,200 (197 Rentals)


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Rochester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rochester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rochester Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,278 | $703 | $2,900 |
Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,606 | $450 | $4,895 |
Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,927 | $700 | $5,000 |
Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,260 | $930 | $4,767 |
Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,356 | $799 | $2,400 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rochester
How much are Studio apartments in Rochester?
There are currently 164 Studio Apartments in Rochester with rent ranges from $703 to $2,900 with an average price of $1,278.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Rochester Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Rochester ranges from $450 to $4,895 with an average monthly rent of $1,606.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Rochester cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Rochester range from $700 to $5,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,927.
How expensive are Rochester Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 181 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Rochester on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $930 to $4,767 - averaging $2,260 for the location.
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