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82 Sanford St, Unit 3

132 Weyl St

144 Ave. C

130 Weyl St

396 Campbell St

373 West Ave

23 Rugraff St

20 Canary St

310 Marina View Ln

146 Sherwood Ave

229-231-231 Cedarwood Terrace

510-514-514 W Main St

12 Syke St

145 Sawyer St

312 Thurston Rd
Rochester, NY 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 | $1,687 | $950 | $2,400 |
Rochester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,168 | $1,100 | $4,950 |
Rochester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,314 | $1,400 | $3,500 |
Rochester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,620 | $2,000 | $3,450 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, NY
Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, NY area range in price from $875 to $5,250 with an overall median price of $2,267. The three Rochester neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Edgerton at $995, Saint Paul Quarter at $1,350, and Beechwood at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rochester Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Edgerton | $1,500 | $995 | 37 |
Saint Paul Quarter | $1,625 | $1,350 | 136 |
Beechwood | $1,650 | $1,300 | 92 |
19th Ward | $1,700 | $1,100 | 507 |
Maplewood | $1,750 | $1,500 | 34 |
Northeast Quadrant | $1,750 | $950 | 213 |
Northwest Quadrant | $1,750 | $995 | 61 |
Sector 10 | $1,750 | $950 | 237 |
South Marketview Heights | $1,750 | $1,650 | 42 |
Grove Place | $1,775 | $1,650 | 116 |
Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, NY is a Studio unit found at Oliver Court in the Sector 8 neighborhood priced from $595. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Oliver Court | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $595 |
Charlotte Harbortown Highrise | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $703 |
Orchard Place | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $765 |
The Algonquin | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
The Columbus Building | Efficiency Studios (7th floor) | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $0.82 price per square foot 298 Sherman St Model at 298 Sherman St, Unit 298 in the in the Dutchtown neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Kirstein Lofts starting at $1,505 with a $1.15 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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298 Sherman St, Unit 298 | 298 Sherman St | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
Kirstein Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
144 Jamestown Ter, Unit 144 Jamestown Terrace | 144 Jamestown Ter | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
7 Beechwood St, Unit 7 | 7 Beechwood St | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Sanford Street Associates, LP | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
138-154 Woodhill Apartments / Woodhill | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Cedars Of Chili | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
2124-2126 Monroe Ave Rochester NY | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
St. Bernard's Park - 55+ Senior Housing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Orchard Place | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rochester
What type of rentals are currently available in Rochester?
There are currently 1355 Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY with pricing that ranges from $550 to $6,331. There are also 105 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rochester ranging from $875 to $4,950.
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 $875 to $4,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,016.
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 $895 to $4,472, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $4,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $929.
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.

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.

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.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.