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28 Rowley St

RochesterNY14607

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Brighton, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Brighton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brighton, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Triangle in the Sector 10 neighborhood priced from $830. Normandie Apartments in the East End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $849. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brighton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The TriangleH1BR,1BA$830
Normandie Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$849
Oliver CourtStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$895
Berkeley CourtStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$895
Franklin Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
111 On East0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$950
171-179 Berkeley St1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$995
The Columbus BuildingS 7Studio,1BA$999
145 S. FitzhughStudioStudio,$1,045
Rochester City ApartmentsStudio | RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton, NY

As of January 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $0.85 price per square foot 7 Roosevelt St Model at 7 Roosevelt St in the in the Ellwanger Barry neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the 50 Darwin St Model at 50 Darwin St, Unit 50 Up starting at $1,550 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Highland District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brighton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7 Roosevelt St7 Roosevelt St2BR,1BA$0.85
50 Darwin St, Unit 50 Up50 Darwin St2BR,2BA$0.94
6 Hinsdale St, Unit 26 Hinsdale St3BR,2BA$1.19
North Plymouth Terrace2A1BR,1BA$1.00
1322 E Main St1322 E Main St3BR,1BA$1.24
Kirstein LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.24
Briar Manor2/1.52BR,1.5BA$1.21
307 Cedarwood Ter, Unit 307307 Cedarwood Ter2BR,1BA$1.00
141 Congress Ave, Unit 141141 Congress Ave2BR,1BA$1.29
121 Elba St, Unit 1121 Elba St2BR,1BA$1.26

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brighton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brighton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brighton is at Normandie Apartments listed at $849.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Apartment is $830 at The Triangle.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brighton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brighton is starting from $1,250 at Rochester Highlands New York, LLC.

What is the most affordable Brighton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Brighton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wedgewood West and starts from $1,550.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!