




- Studio–1 Bedrooms
- $1,149-$1,799 Pricing
- 198–368 Square Feet
Rent Specials
Limited-Time Offer!~~Enjoy 1.5 months free on a 13-month lease (applied to you 2nd and 3rd months), PLUS apply and get approved within 24 hours for an additional $500 off your security deposit. Terms and conditions apply. Offer valid for new tenants only.
About The Normandie
Built in the 1930’s, the Normandie building offers a truly unique living experience in the heart of the vibrant Park Avenue neighborhood. Preserving many of the building’s architectural details, the Normandie offers a rich Old Hollywood vibe in the heart of a central location. Each apartment has a different layout, and no two units are quite the same! Enjoy the building’s on-site parking, lobby and freight elevators, third-story rooftop sundeck, private courtyard, Amazon hub station, and newly renovated units. Normandie Apartments is located in the lively Park Avenue neighborhood. With an eclectic mix of boutique stores, restaurants, bars, and cafes all within walking distance, you can enjoy the convenience of all that Rochester has to offer. Residents come together for a host of popular events in the community, such as the Park Ave Summer Art Festival and the Park Ave Holiday Open House. Several Rochester landmarks are also located within close proximity to The Normandie, including the George Eastman House, Memorial Art Gallery, and the Rochester Museum and Science Center. Located at 253 Alexander Street, our community is conveniently located near Interstate 490 and is a mere fifteen minutes away from the Greater Rochester International Airport, so it is relatively easy to navigate your way through and outside of the city. Live somewhere truly unique at The Normandie!
The Normandie is located in the Park Avenue Neighborhood and 14607 Zip code of Rochester, NY. This community is professionally managed by Excelsior Communities
Unique Features and Amenities
- 24/7 Access To Online Tenant Portal
- 24/7 Emergency Maintenance
- Carpeted Bedrooms (Select Units)
- Controlled Access
- Dishwasher (Select Units)
- Dual Spray Shower Heads (Select Units)
- Electric Range Oven/stove
- Frameless Shower Door (Select Units)
- Heat, Hot Water & Electric Included
- In-unit Washer & Dryer (Select Units)
- Kitchen Island (Select Units)
- Led Touch Screen Vanity (Select Units)
- Microwave (Select Units)
- Modern Light Fixtures (Select Units)
- On 2 Bus Routes
- Private Entry
- Private Lobby
- Quartz Countertops (Select Units)
- Reserved Parking
- Rooftop Sundeck
- Secure Bike Storage
- Security Entrance
- Self-controlled Heat & Air Conditioning
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- U of R Shuttle
Property Contact Info

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- (585) 514-5026
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Office Hours
| 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 |
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
The Normandie offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,149 and having 198–368 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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Studio, 1 Bath, 198 sq ftAvailable NowAvailability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Deposit Photos View Details $1,649 Available Now 135 $1,699 $1,149 July 10, 2026 209B $1,149 $1,149 July 10, 2026 312B $1,149 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Ceiling Fans
- Fireplace
- Framed Mirrors
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Intercom
- Smoke Free
- Tub/Shower
- Washer/Dryer
- Windows
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Freezer
- Granite Countertops
- Instant Hot Water
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
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Model Price Range
- $1,149 - $1,649
Deposit
- $1,699 deposit
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Unit 135 Amenities and Features
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- Air Conditioning
Interior
- Elevator
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Range
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Outdoor Space
- Controlled Access
Unique Features
- 24/7 access to Tenant Portal
- 24/7 Emergency Maintenance
- Amazon Hub
- Dual spray shower heads
- Electricty
- Frameless shower door
- Full Kitchen
- Gas
- Heat
- Kitchen island
- LED touch screen vanity
- Modern light fixtures
- Private courtyard
- Private lobby
- Refrigerator/Freezer
- Reserved parking space
- Rooftop sundeck
- Secured bike room
- Self-controlled heat and A/C
- Stainless Appliances
Unit 135 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,649
Deposit
- $1,699 deposit
Unit Description
**13 month leasing special, 2nd month free and 1/2 3rd month!!** **Bonus special!! Have an approved application submitted with in 24 hours of your tour and receive $500.00 off your security deposit!!** You can now live in a relic of Rochester history in this newly renovated ballroom apartment - only available at the Normandie! This new studio apartment features high cathedral ceilings, intricate baseboards, decorative moldings, and historic Corinthian columns that have been preserved from their original 1930s condition. The detailed Greek architecture is truly captivating in this beautiful home. Renovated in 2021, this unit includes new stainless-steel appliances, luxury vinyl tile flooring, a washer and dryer, modern light fixtures, and a frameless walk-in shower with dual spray showerheads, self-controlled heat, and A/C, and a new bathroom vanity complete with an LED touch mirror. Heat, electric and gas are included as well as a reserved parking lot space, private entry, and a private lobby reserved for our ballroom tenants. Make yourself at home in this beautiful ballroom apartment - call us today for more information and to schedule an in-person or virtual tour!
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Model Price Range
- $1,149 - $1,649
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Unit 209B Amenities and Features
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- Electricty
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Unit 209B Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,149
Deposit
- $1,149 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,149 - $1,649
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Unit 312B Amenities and Features
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- Range
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- Electricty
- Gas
- Heat
- Refrigerator/Freezer
- Stainless Appliances
Unit 312B Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,149
Deposit
- $1,149 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,149 - $1,649
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1BR/1.0BA
From $1,249
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 368 sq ftAvailable NowAvailability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Deposit Photos View Details $1,449 Available Now 54 $1,449 $1,349 Available Now 226 $1,349 $1,249 June 12, 2026 316 $1,249 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Ceiling Fans
- Fireplace
- Framed Mirrors
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Intercom
- Smoke Free
- Tub/Shower
- Washer/Dryer
- Windows
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Freezer
- Granite Countertops
- Instant Hot Water
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry
- Quartz Countertops
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,249 - $1,799
Current Available Pricing
- $1,249 - $1,449
Deposit
- $1,799 deposit
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Unit 54 Amenities and Features
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Range
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- Electric
- Gas
- Heat
- Refrigerator/Freezer
- Stainless Appliances
Unit 54 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,449
Deposit
- $1,449 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,249 - $1,799
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- Electricty
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- Heat
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Unit 226 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,349
Deposit
- $1,349 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,249 - $1,799
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Unit 316 Amenities and Features
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- Electricty
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- Heat
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Unit 316 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,249
Deposit
- $1,249 deposit
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Model Price Range
- $1,249 - $1,799
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Property Information
- Renovated In Jul 2019
- 217 Units
- 4 Stories
- Built in 1930
Lease Terms
- 12 mo
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
Required Fees
One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$20.00
- Due at Move-In
- Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$0.00
Other Fees and Policies
Pet Policy and Fees
Pet Policies are Negotiable
Parking Info and Fees
- Surface Loti1 resident, 1 visitor
- 2 Max
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
On-Site Services
- Maintenance On Site
- Property Manager On Site
- Online Services
- Recycling
- Video Patrol
- Laundry Facilities
Community Features
- Vintage Building
- Lounge
- Elevator
Outdoor Features
- Sundeck
- Courtyard
- Roof Terrace
- Controlled Access
- Deck
Recreation and Fitness
- Bicycle Storage
Interior Features
- Windows
- Intercom
- Ceiling Fans
- Fireplace
- High Speed Internet Access
- Framed Mirrors
- Heating
- Tub/Shower
- Cable Ready
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
Kitchen Amenities
- Instant Hot Water
- Kitchen
- Quartz Countertops
- Dishwasher
- Eat In Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
- Freezer
- Island Kitchen
- Oven
- Pantry
- Granite Countertops
Living Area Features
- Walk In Closets
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Bay Window
- Crown Molding
- Vinyl Flooring
- Carpet
- Family Room
- Built In Bookshelves
- Linen Closet
- Tile Floors
- Hardwood Floors
- Loft Layout

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Normandie
Where is The Normandie located?
The Normandie is located at 253-255 Alexander St near the Park Avenue area of Rochester, NY
What is the current rent range at The Normandie?
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at The Normandie currently range from $1,149 to $1,799
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for The Normandie 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 Normandie is: Limited-Time Offer!~~Enjoy 1.5 months free on a 13-month lease (applied to you 2nd and 3rd months), PLUS apply and get approved within 24 hours for an additional $500 off your security deposit. Terms and conditions apply. Offer valid for new tenants only..
Lifestyle Ratings
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Worst apartment experience
May 9, 2025 - Review from Apartments.comThis is the worst apartment experience I have ever had. I don't even know where to begin this place is a nightmare. To begin the apartment building is not sound proof by any means you can hear the apartments beside you, below you and above you not to mention you can hear everyone out in the hallway as well. There are supposedly "quiet hours" which was never enforced as i could hear people running down the hallway at 3am in the morning screaming and yelling. Not to mention the neighbors above ...and beside me were constantly banging on walls aggressively anytime I closed my doors because the building has ZERO sound proof. It took 7 full months to get my shower fixed that was leaking 24/7 and had no hot water. Once I finally got it "fixed" you can see the photos were the end result of their "handy work". I should mention mantience sanded inside my apartment which if you know anything about plaster wall dust you have to scrub it out of everything... furniture, walls, linens etc all had to be scrubbed and washed. I included a few photos of their "work". It took 3 days for me to clean it all up because you can't just dust it up. They consistently left huge messes that i was required to clean up after them. The quality of the apartment was pathetic. The windows don't sit in the window sill, the flooring was ripping up, the toilet above my bathroom leaked for the entire year that I lived there, they painted the tub and sink which peeled up in a matter of 3 weeks and were rusting. Maintence "fixed" all those things multiple times which their version of fixing things is equal to putting ducts tape on everything... should I even mention the rats in the building? The leasing office has a funny way of pretending they care. I moved out over 2 weeks ago at this point and am still waiting for my security deposit that takes "3-5" days to process... if you ask them for anything it's always "corporates" fault. I'm starting to think that's a convenient excuse for not doing your job properly. Even if none of this deters you from renting from them at least consider the fact that its not just the building that's the problem. The area in general is in a very loud location and multiple cars have been broken into both inside the "secure" parking lot and infront of the building. It's becoming a regular occurrence to see smashed windows of cars.Read MoreProperty Manager Responded
May 16, 2025Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations. In response to the noise concern you reported, a building-wide notice was issued at the time. We did not receive any further communication about continued disturbances or neighbor conflicts, but we’re always open to addressing additional concerns when brought to our attention. We acknowledge the delay in repairing your shower and regret that the issue was not handled properly from the start. We brought in Ryan Plumbing to resolve it, and a credit was issued for the inconvenience. We apologize for the issues you experienced with our previous maintenance team. We recognize that the service fell short and have since improved our team to ensure better quality moving forward. Other concerns, such as the leaking toilet and rodent activity, were not reported during your stay. We take these issues seriously and would have addressed them promptly had we been notified. Move-outs are processed at ...the beginning of each month. Since your keys were returned a week early, your move-out was completed on the standard schedule. Security deposits typically take 3-5 business days to process after that point and are issued by the accountants in our corporate office. While we can't prevent crime that has been an issue city-wide, we’ve added parking arms, on-site security, and gated off the property. We truly value resident feedback, and we’ll use your comments to continue to improve.
Overpriced
July 14, 2024 - Review from Apartments.comThey buckle and dime you to death with fees and boast about a rooftop deck that’s disgusting. The building is sweltering hot in the summer but they charge you a fee for using an AC. Just greedy. The building is a landlord special mess. Focused more on tacky aesthetics rather than quality work.
My New Home
September 26, 2017 - Review from Apartments.comThese apartments are absolutely wonderful! I have recently moved into a newly remodeled one bedroom apartment. The apartment has refinished hardwood floors, these amazing custom cabinets and counter-tops, brand new stainless steel appliances and lots of other little things. I love the charm of the of the building, I was told it was an old hotel. The staff had been very accommodating. I had a few little things that needed to be done in my apartment (screen put in and the new toilet seat was not ...put on) they were up in like 10 minutes after I called the office to let them know. The girls in the office always have a smile on their face and seem to be in a great mood every time I see them!Read More
Normandie Brownstone
September 25, 2015 - Review from Apartments.comMy apartment building is very large and diverse. It is located in a great area of downtown Rochester; close to restaurants, bars, festivals, and concerts. I currently live in a 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment with all utilities included. So far, I have been very happy with my apartment. The normandie staff are very prompt with all maintenance requests. Our appliances work well and they made sure to paint and clean the carpets before we moved in. Overall, I am very happy that we chose Normandie ...Brownstone!Read More
Nearby Schools
School 23 Francis Parker
Brighton High School
French Road Elementary School
Pittsford Sutherland High School
Dake Junior High School
Twelve Corners Middle School
Briarwood School
School Without Walls
School 58 World Of Inquiry School
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Big Box and Retail
Walgreens
Aldi
Costco
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Aldi
Price Rite
Wegmans
Hospitals
Highland Hospital
Rochester Psychiatric Center
Strong Memorial Hospital
Shopping Centers
The Normandie has 5 shopping centers within 1.6 miles.
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,249 | $700 | $2,151 |
| Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $800 | $6,663 |
| Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $900 | $7,756 |
| Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $995 | $3,200 |
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