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50 Chestnut St, Rochester, NY 14604
(585) 514-4591
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The Columbus Building

50 Chestnut St
Rochester, NY 14604
(585) 514-4591
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  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $999-$1,599Pricing
  • 200–829Square Feet

Rent Specials

LIMITED OFFER: 13-MONTH LEASE SPECIAL!~~Sign a 13-month lease, get the 2nd month FREE! Terms and conditions apply. Offer valid for new tenants only.

Ask Us About Our Specials

About The Columbus Building

The Columbus Building at 50 Chestnut Street blends historic charm with modern convenience in the heart of Rochester’s vibrant East End. This 13-story landmark offers sleek, thoughtfully designed studio and one-bedroom apartments featuring polished concrete floors, quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and spacious layouts. Cat-friendly and equipped with controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and convenient laundry facilities, the building is designed for comfort and peace of mind. Just steps from Rochester’s best dining, nightlife, and entertainment, The Columbus Building delivers unmatched walkability and easy access to public transit. Residents can enjoy nearby cultural attractions like the Strong National Museum of Play, local theaters, and boutique shops, all while being minutes from the University of Rochester and Monroe Community College. With its perfect mix of historic character, modern finishes, and prime location, The Columbus Building is where heritage meets high-rise living.

The Columbus Building is located in the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood and 14604 Zip code of Rochester, NY. This community is professionally managed by Excelsior Communities

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Electric
  • Electricty
  • GAS
  • Heat
  • hot water
  • refrigerator/freezer
  • Sewage/Garbage
  • sewer/garbage
  • Stainless Appliances

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Columbus Building offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $999 and having 200–829 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Floorplan S 7

    From $999

    Studio, 1 Bath, 200-300 sq ft
    Available Now
    Cheapest StudioThis is the cheapest Studio at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotosView Details
    $999Available Now711200$999
    $1,049Available Now723300$1,049

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • Security System

    Kitchen

    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $999 - $1,049

    Deposit

    • $1,049 deposit

    Unit 711 Gallery

    Photos

    Unit 711 Amenities and Features

    Unique Features

    • Electric Range Oven/Stove
    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Refrigerator/Freezer
    • Sewer/Garbage

    Unit 711 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $999

    Deposit

    • $999 deposit

    Unit Description

    **13 month leasing special, 2nd month free!!** The Columbus Building at 50 Chestnut Street blends historic charm with modern convenience in the heart of Rochester’s vibrant East End. Pet-friendly and equipped with controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and convenient laundry facilities, the building is designed for comfort and peace of mind. Just steps from Rochester’s best dining, nightlife, and entertainment, The Columbus Building delivers unmatched walkability and easy access to public transit. Residents can enjoy nearby cultural attractions like the Strong National Museum of Play, local theaters, and boutique shops, all while being minutes from the University of Rochester and Monroe Community College. With its perfect mix of historic character, modern finishes, and prime location, The Columbus Building is where heritage meets high-rise living.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $999 - $1,049

    Unit 723 Gallery

    Photos

    Unit 723 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Electric Range Oven/Stove
    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hotwater
    • Sewage/Garbage
    • Stainless Appliances

    Unit 723 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,049

    Deposit

    • $1,049 deposit

    Unit Description

    **13 month leasing special, 2nd month free!!** The Columbus Building at 50 Chestnut Street blends historic charm with modern convenience in the heart of Rochester’s vibrant East End. Pet-friendly and equipped with controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and convenient laundry facilities, the building is designed for comfort and peace of mind. Just steps from Rochester’s best dining, nightlife, and entertainment, The Columbus Building delivers unmatched walkability and easy access to public transit. Residents can enjoy nearby cultural attractions like the Strong National Museum of Play, local theaters, and boutique shops, all while being minutes from the University of Rochester and Monroe Community College. With its perfect mix of historic character, modern finishes, and prime location, The Columbus Building is where heritage meets high-rise living.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $999 - $1,049

    Penthouse Studio

    $1,499

    Studio, 1 Bath, 458 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
    $1,499Available Now1211458$1,499

    Unit 1211 Gallery

    Photos

    Unit 1211 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range

    Unique Features

    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Refrigerator/Freezer
    • Sewage/Garbage
    • Stainless Appliances
    • Trash

    Unit 1211 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,499

    Deposit

    • $1,499 deposit

    Unit Description

    **13 month leasing special, 2nd month free!!** Experience modern living with a touch of historic charm in this spacious Studio, 1-bath apartment at The Columbus Building. Boasting thoughtfully designed space, this home features sleek quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. Your own Private Balcony overseeing the City of Rochester!! In-unit laundry and tons of closet space! The open layout allows for versatile living and dining arrangements, while large windows fill the space with natural light. Residents enjoy all the conveniences of the building, including controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and laundry facilities, plus the vibrant East End neighborhood just steps from your door.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,499

    Studio - 07

    $1,399

    Studio, 1 Bath, 488 sq ft
    Available February 13, 2026
    Largest StudioThis is the largest Studio at this Property

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,399 February 13, 2026507488$1,499

    Unit 507 Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range

    Unique Features

    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Refrigerator/Freezer
    • Sewage/Garbage
    • Stainless Appliances

    Unit 507 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,399

    Deposit

    • $1,499 deposit

    Unit Description

    Discover the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience in this 488 sq. ft. studio at The Columbus Building. Thoughtfully designed with sleek quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances, the open layout creates a bright, versatile living space. Enjoy the building’s amenities, including controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and laundry facilities, all just steps from Rochester’s vibrant East End with dining, nightlife, and entertainment at your doorstep.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,399

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom - 10

    $1,399

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 577 sq ft
    Available Now
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,399Available Now1210577$1,399

    Unit 1210 Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range

    Unique Features

    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Hotwater
    • Refrigerator/Freezer
    • Sewage/Garbage

    Unit 1210 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,399

    Deposit

    • $1,399 deposit

    Unit Description

    Experience modern living with a touch of historic charm in this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at The Columbus Building. Boasting thoughtfully designed space, this home features sleek quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The open layout allows for versatile living and dining arrangements, while large windows fill the space with natural light. Residents enjoy all the conveniences of the building, including controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and laundry facilities, plus the vibrant East End neighborhood just steps from your door.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,399

    1 Bedroom - 05

    $1,449

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 621 sq ft
    Available Now

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,449Available Now505621$1,449

    Unit 505 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Electric
    • Electric Range Oven/Stove
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Sewer/Garbage

    Unit 505 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,449

    Deposit

    • $1,449 deposit

    Unit Description

    Experience modern living with a touch of historic charm in this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at The Columbus Building. Boasting thoughtfully designed space, this home features sleek quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The open layout allows for versatile living and dining arrangements, while large windows fill the space with natural light. Residents enjoy all the conveniences of the building, including controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and laundry facilities, plus the vibrant East End neighborhood just steps from your door.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,449

    1 Bedroom - 09

    $1,499

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 688 sq ft
    Available Now

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Photos

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $1,499Available Now809688$1,599
    $1,499Available Now1109688$1,599
    $1,499Available Now909688$1,599

    Model Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Sewer/Garbage
    • Stainless Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,499

    Deposit

    • $1,599 deposit

    Unit 809 Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Sewer/Garbage
    • Stainless Appliances

    Unit 809 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,499

    Deposit

    • $1,599 deposit

    Unit Description

    Experience modern living with a touch of historic charm in this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at The Columbus Building. Boasting 688 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space, this home features sleek quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The open layout allows for versatile living and dining arrangements, while large windows fill the space with natural light. Residents enjoy all the conveniences of the building, including controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and laundry facilities, plus the vibrant East End neighborhood just steps from your door.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,499

    Unit 1109 Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Sewer/Garbage
    • Stainless Appliances

    Unit 1109 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,499

    Deposit

    • $1,599 deposit

    Unit Description

    Experience modern living with a touch of historic charm in this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at The Columbus Building. Boasting 688 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space, this home features sleek quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The open layout allows for versatile living and dining arrangements, while large windows fill the space with natural light. Residents enjoy all the conveniences of the building, including controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and laundry facilities, plus the vibrant East End neighborhood just steps from your door.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,499

    Unit 909 Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Sewer/Garbage
    • Stainless Appliances

    Unit 909 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,499

    Deposit

    • $1,599 deposit

    Unit Description

    Experience modern living with a touch of historic charm in this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at The Columbus Building. Boasting 688 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space, this home features sleek quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The open layout allows for versatile living and dining arrangements, while large windows fill the space with natural light. Residents enjoy all the conveniences of the building, including controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and laundry facilities, plus the vibrant East End neighborhood just steps from your door.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,499

    1 Bedroom - 01

    $1,549

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 749 sq ft
    Available Now

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,549Available Now901749$1,549

    Unit 901 Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal

    Unique Features

    • Electric Range Oven/Stove
    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hotwater
    • Refrigerator/Freezer
    • Stainless Appliances
    • Trash

    Unit 901 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,549

    Deposit

    • $1,549 deposit

    Unit Description

    Experience modern living with a touch of historic charm in this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at The Columbus Building. Boasting 749 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space, this home features sleek quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The open layout allows for versatile living and dining arrangements, while large windows fill the space with natural light. Residents enjoy all the conveniences of the building, including controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and laundry facilities, plus the vibrant East End neighborhood just steps from your door.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,549

    1 Bedroom - 02

    $1,599

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 829 sq ft
    Available Now
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Photos

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
    $1,599Available Now602829$1,699
    $1,599Available Now502829$1,699

    Model Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Sewage/Garbage
    • Stainless Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,599

    Deposit

    • $1,699 deposit

    Unit 602 Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Sewage/Garbage
    • Stainless Appliances

    Unit 602 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,599

    Deposit

    • $1,699 deposit

    Unit Description

    Experience modern living with a touch of historic charm in this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at The Columbus Building. Boasting 829 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space, this home features sleek quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The open layout allows for versatile living and dining arrangements, while large windows fill the space with natural light. Residents enjoy all the conveniences of the building, including controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and laundry facilities, plus the vibrant East End neighborhood just steps from your door.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,599

    Unit 502 Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unique Features

    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Hotwater
    • Sewage/Garbage
    • Stainless Appliances

    Unit 502 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,599

    Deposit

    • $1,699 deposit

    Unit Description

    Experience modern living with a touch of historic charm in this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at The Columbus Building. Boasting 829 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space, this home features sleek quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The open layout allows for versatile living and dining arrangements, while large windows fill the space with natural light. Residents enjoy all the conveniences of the building, including controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and laundry facilities, plus the vibrant East End neighborhood just steps from your door.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,599

    1 Bedroom - 04

    $1,499

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 677 sq ft
    Available February 1, 2026

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Photos

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,499 February 1, 20261004677$1,599

    Unit 1004 Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range

    Unique Features

    • Electricty
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Refrigerator/Freezer
    • Sewage/Garbage

    Unit 1004 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,499

    Deposit

    • $1,599 deposit

    Unit Description

    Experience modern living with a touch of historic charm in this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at The Columbus Building. Boasting 677 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space, this home features sleek quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The open layout allows for versatile living and dining arrangements, while large windows fill the space with natural light. Residents enjoy all the conveniences of the building, including controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and laundry facilities, plus the vibrant East End neighborhood just steps from your door.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,499

    1 Bedroom - 11

    $1,499

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 677 sq ft
    Available February 13, 2026

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Photos

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,499 February 13, 2026611677$1,599

    Unit 611 Amenities and Features

    Fitness & Recreation

    • Fitness Center

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Range

    Unique Features

    • Electric
    • Gas
    • Heat
    • Hot Water
    • Refrigerator/Freezer
    • Sewer/Garbage
    • Stainless Appliances

    Unit 611 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,499

    Deposit

    • $1,599 deposit

    Unit Description

    Experience modern living with a touch of historic charm in this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment at The Columbus Building. Boasting 677 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space, this home features sleek quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The open layout allows for versatile living and dining arrangements, while large windows fill the space with natural light. Residents enjoy all the conveniences of the building, including controlled-access entry, on-site maintenance, a fitness center, and laundry facilities, plus the vibrant East End neighborhood just steps from your door.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,499
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 104 Units
  • 12 Stories
  • Built in 2015

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant$20

Other Fees

Storage Fees

Storage Unit

Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item$0
Storage RentiCharged per rentable item$50/mo
Storage RentiCharged per rentable item$50/mo
Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item$0

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

  • Fees Not Specified

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Electric
  • Electricty
  • GAS
  • Heat
  • hot water
  • refrigerator/freezer
  • Sewage/Garbage
  • sewer/garbage
  • Stainless Appliances

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Laundry Facilities

Outdoor Features

  • Grill
  • Sundeck
  • Controlled Access

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center

Interior Features

  • Security System
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Disposal
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Quartz Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Views
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Columbus Building

Where is The Columbus Building located?

The Columbus Building is located at 50 Chestnut St near the Downtown Rochester area of Rochester, NY

What is the current rent range at The Columbus Building?

Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at The Columbus Building currently range from $999 to $1,599

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The Columbus Building are
  • Monday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Are there any rent specials?

The current rent special at The Columbus Building is: LIMITED OFFER: 13-MONTH LEASE SPECIAL!~~Sign a 13-month lease, get the 2nd month FREE! Terms and conditions apply. Offer valid for new tenants only..

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The The Columbus Building Apartments are 19.1% cheaper than the average apartment in the Downtown Rochester area, and 14.75% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$999$1,186-$187-15.8%
    1 Bedroom$1,399$1,802-$403-22.4%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Rochester

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$999$1,179-$180-15.3%
    1 Bedroom$1,399$1,631-$232-14.2%

    Methodology: On 12/20/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 785 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Columbus Building (Downtown Rochester), and 1171 other apartment communities in Rochester using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 12/20/2025

  • Transit Friendly 3.4

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.7
4 Renters Reviews
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  • Find a better loft WORTH YOUR MONEY!!

    July 8, 2024
    This place doesn’t care about there tenants and only want there money. They don’t offer help when they should be helping with certain things for example the AC since there is no central air in the building. There isn’t anywhere safe to park my car has been broken into as well as other tenants multiple times. The laundry situation is horrible and doesn’t work at all it’s bad and will mess up your clothes. Emergency maintenance doesn’t respond in an emergency time stamp. My floor completely flooded ...
    and they didn’t respond until about a hour later. You will have issues once you start living here but they get you with the location because that is what you are really paying for. And you have to pay extra to park in there parking lot, even though it is a high risk parking lot. Don’t move here it’s better lofts being built in Rochester THATS WORTH THE MONEY. Please be advised as well I have let them know about these issues multiple times as well via phone and email. They never are willing to take accountability for there lack of professionalism and hospitality for their residents. 3 people on my floor are moving and within the building because the lack there of doesn’t meet the needs of what we are paying for.

    • Property Manager Responded

      July 15, 2024
      Hi, Diamond. We take all feedback seriously and strive to address issues promptly. After reviewing your concerns, we have taken steps to ensure improvements and have reached out to address items that we were not aware of. For prospective residents, we encourage you to visit us and see firsthand the quality of our community. Many of our tenants have enjoyed long-lasting and positive relationships with us.
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  • Don’t live here!!!

    June 18, 2022
    I’ve been here since last September and absolutely cannot wait to leave. Upon signing the lease I was told they were very pet friendly and dog friendly (with restrictions that were clear and understood) and in November when we went to get the forms to adopt our dog, we were told they no longer allowed dogs and that any dogs in the building were grandfathered in but no more were allowed. Since then I have seen multiple week or month-old puppies in the building, meaning that statement was false or ...
    only applicable to us. We were given 3 emails to reach management and not a single one gets a response. So we emailed one of the lease consultants directly and were told to stop as we were “harassing” them. The lobby constantly smells like sewage and the alarm system goes off for hours at a time multiple days a week. The building is 12 floors and has a total of 3 working washing machines, and even after multiple work requests, it hasn’t changed since we moved in. Some of our work requests have even been closed out as “resolved” without anything ever having been done. The AC machines smell rancid when they run and the radiators turn on late in the winter and turn off very early into the spring, making the temperatures in the units very inconsistent and uncomfortable. The toilets run constantly and can be heard from other apartments, so we hear every flush and shower that our upstairs and next door neighbors make. They’ve been “working” on the elevators for 8 months and only one of the two of them is working still. Our cars were broken into multiple times on the street right outside the door. Please save yourself a lot of pain and trouble and DO NOT live at the Columbus building.

    • Property Manager Responded

      June 23, 2022
      Hello, Megan. Due to the nature of your concerns, we think it would be best if we spoke with you directly. Please stop by our office at your earliest convenience so we can discuss these claims. We look forward to speaking with you soon. -The Team at The Residences at the Columbus Building
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  • Useless Management

    January 17, 2022
    The apartments themselves are fine. But be prepared to deal with useless management. The heat in the winter is only turned on when it’s less than 32 degrees outside, and when I asked them to fix it they didn’t reply and simply put a work order in for a “broken radiator”. The radiator isn’t broken, they don’t turn the heat on! There are 2 elevators in the building and only one of them works. That elevator breaks every other month, so be prepared to walk up 12 flights of stairs! They constantly lie ...
    and say things are going to be improved and proceed to never change anything. All they care about is locking you into a lease, and when you’re in they do nothing but the bare minimum. Worst apartment complex I’ve ever lived in.

    • Property Manager Responded

      January 19, 2022
      While we appreciate all feedback we receive, we are very disheartened by what you have mentioned here. We want to assure you that our team cares about each of our residents and strives to provide them with the best possible service. We hope to have the opportunity to speak with you about your concerns directly. Please stop by our office or give us a call at (585) 454-5440. Thank you.
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  • Cockroaches and rude staff

    January 10, 2020
    Despite continual assurances that pest control has taken care of the insect problems, large cockroaches keep crawling out of my (and my neighbors') drains. We have to keep them closed at all times. Whenever I try to approach the staff with problems (e.g. cockroaches, issues with key fob access, problems with parking), they are unhelpful, unresponsive, and often rude. Constant construction and renovation in the building also means loud noises, dirty common areas, and frustratingly frequent changes ...
    to building policies. This property is not worth the price, by any stretch of the imagination.
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Nearby Schools

School 58 World Of Inquiry School

Rochester City
200 University Avenue
Public School - Grades PK-12 (951 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
3/10

James Monroe High School

Rochester City
164 Alexander Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (681 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
1/10

School Without Walls

Rochester City
480 Broadway
Public School - Grades 9-12 (262 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
2/10

School Of The Arts

Rochester City
45 Prince Street
Public School - Grades 7-12 (1066 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
3/10

Rochester Early College International High School

Rochester City
200 Genesee Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (350 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away
6/10

School 53 Montessori Academy

Rochester City
625 Scio Street
Public School - Grades PK-6 (255 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
2/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Columbus Building.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

1433 Culver Rd
4 minute drive / 2.15 miles away

Walmart

1490 Hudson Ave
5 minute drive / 2.38 miles away

Aldi

175-185 N Winton Rd
5 minute drive / 2.44 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of Rochester - Eastman Campus

26 Gibbs Street
1 minute drive / 0.14 miles away

Monroe Community College - Damon City Campus

228 East Main Street
1 minute drive / 0.32 miles away

University of Rochester - Mt. Hope Campus

203 Wallis Hall
5 minute drive / 1.72 miles away

Groceries

Aldi

175-185 N Winton Rd
5 minute drive / 2.44 miles away

Price Rite

375 Driving Park Ave
5 minute drive / 2.45 miles away

Wegmans

2301 Lyell Ave
9 minute drive / 4.5 miles away

Hospitals

Highland Hospital

1000 South Avenue
5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away

Rochester General Hospital

1425 Portland Avenue
5 minute drive / 2.38 miles away

Rochester Psychiatric Center

1600 South Ave
5 minute drive / 2.56 miles away

Shopping Centers

Retail at Vida

101 S Union St
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

Upper Falls Shopping Center

265-315 Upper Falls Blvd
2 minute drive / 0.83 miles away

Goodman Shopping Plaza

804-846 N Goodman St
3 minute drive / 1.28 miles away

The Columbus Building has 5 shopping centers within 1.6 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Rochester Studio Apartments $1,179$706$2,099
Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,631$675$9,357
Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,867$850$10,000+
Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,287$875$5,500
Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,708$975$2,600
Rochester 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,300$2,300$2,300

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