
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY Under $1,200 (17 Rentals)
Rental terms in Rochester as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Water Street Commons

Imperial North Apartment Homes

Fleming Creek Townhomes

Highland Bay Apartments

Riverview Industrie Lofts

William's Tribute Apartments

145 S. Fitzhugh

Dixon Manor Apartment Homes

Parkway Manor Apartment Homes
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

Lake Vista Apartment Homes

Edge of the Wedge

Creek Hill Apartment Homes
Rochester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rochester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,226 | $703 | $2,900 |
Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $450 | $4,445 |
Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,917 | $758 | $10,000+ |
Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,163 | $895 | $4,669 |
Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,566 | $929 | $2,750 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Rochester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Rochester?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Rochester is at Parkway Manor Apartment Homes listed at $990.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Rochester Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Rochester is $2,032.
What is the largest Short-term Rochester Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Rochester is a 3,037 square feet unit starting from $1,320 at The Venue Apartment Homes.
What is the average size for Rochester Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Rochester is currently at 677 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.