
Cheap Homes for Rent in Monroe County, NY from $700 (51 Rentals)
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1181 S Plymouth Ave

4359 Lake Ave, Unit 4361 Lake Ave. - 3

311 Frost Ave

5 Ernestine St

333 Rosewood Terrace

641 N Goodman St

287 6th St, Unit 287 sixt street apt 3

1161 Hilton Parma Corners Rd, Unit B

25 Rosewood Terrace
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230 Pullman Ave, Unit #1

184 Warren Ave

172 Stonewood Ave

5-265 Locust St

626 Jay St

2 Main St

25-27-27 Karnes St, Unit 25 Karnes St

25-27-27 Karnes St, Unit 27 Karnes St Rochester NY 14606

14 Oxford St, Unit 3

570 Hayward Ave, Unit 572 Hayward Ave
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16 Cummings St

17#B Ripley Street, 14609; #923929 - 923929

10 Locust St

490 Ames St, Unit Upstairs

94 Warsaw St

175 Rosewood Terrace, Unit 175 rosewood terrace

3003 Lake Rd N, Unit 5

16 Laforce St

177 Roycroft Dr

151 Mohawk St
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29 Trenaman St

119 Rosewood Terrace

40 Brandywine Ter

235 Flower City Park

225 Dunn St

109 Stenson St

326 Northland Ave

658 Smith St

106 Cottage St

287 Electric Ave
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127 Conkey Ave

3 Sumner Park

30 King Rd

366 Inglewood Dr, Unit Up

853 Meigs St, Unit B

45 Clay Ave

6 Schley Pl

800 Ave D

41 Crittenden Blvd

18 Robin St
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Monroe County, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Monroe County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,929 | $950 | $2,995 |
| Monroe County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,387 | $1,250 | $5,500 |
| Monroe County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,614 | $1,200 | $3,800 |
| Monroe County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,114 | $1,595 | $5,998 |
| Monroe County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Monroe County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Monroe County, NY is a Studio unit found at Brockport Landing in the Brockport neighborhood priced from $675. Enclave at Brockport in the Brockport neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $685. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monroe County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brockport Landing | 0x1S1BL | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Enclave at Brockport | 1 Student bedroom in a 4 BR, 2 BA apartment | 4BR,2BA | $685 |
| Normandie Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| 957 Monroe Ave | Studio Heat Included | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 221 Alexander St | 221-4 | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| 2005 DEWEY Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Franklin Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| East and Park Ave Apartments (Formerly Rochester City Apartments) | Colby Apts - Studio, Renovated | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Greece Commons | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Presidential Estates | 1 Bedroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monroe County, NY
As of July 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monroe County area is the $0.54 price per square foot 175 Rosewood Ter Model at 175 Rosewood Ter, Unit 175 rosewood terrace in the in the Sector 8 neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Monroe County apartment is the 52 Cypress St Model at Fully Renovated Cypress St Student Housing! starting at $850 with a $0.37 price per square foot in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monroe County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175 Rosewood Ter, Unit 175 rosewood terrace | 175 Rosewood Ter | 3BR,1BA | $0.54 |
| Fully Renovated Cypress St Student Housing! | 52 Cypress St | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.37 |
| 87 McNaughton St, Unit 87 | 87 McNaughton St | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| North Plymouth Terrace | 2A | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Kirstein Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Lofts at Gold Street | Premium - Private Bedroom in a shared 2 bed 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| 318 Scio St, Unit Down | 318 Scio St | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 307 Cedarwood Ter, Unit 307 | 307 Cedarwood Ter | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 192 Bartlett St, Unit 192 | 192 Bartlett St | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Marshall Rochester | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Monroe County
What type of rentals are currently available in Monroe County?
There are currently 1655 Apartments for Rent in Monroe County, NY with pricing that ranges from $675 to $5,950. There are also 232 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monroe County ranging from $250 to $5,998.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Monroe County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Monroe County ranges from $250 to $5,998 with an average monthly rent of $2,085.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Monroe County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Monroe County range from $1,100 to $5,950, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $685.
Expert Rental Resources
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