
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MI from $600 (16 Rentals)
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Pine Tree Apartments

Rochester Place

115 Campbell St

Rochester Square
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106 Fraser St

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Timberlea Village

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Downtown Rochester, Rochester, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Rochester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Rochester Studio Apartments | $950 | $950 | $950 |
| Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $970 | $2,346 |
| Downtown Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $950 | $2,995 |
| Downtown Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $1,942 | $3,000 |
| Downtown Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,212 | $4,050 | $4,375 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Rochester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Rochester area of Detroit, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Rochester Ridge priced from $950. Pine Tree Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Downtown Rochester apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester Ridge | 2 bed, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Pine Tree Apartments | Building #2 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Rochester Place | Lowood | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| 115 Campbell St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Timberlea Village | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, MI
As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rochester area is the $1.55 price per square foot Charleston Model at Harvard Place Apartments in the in the McGregor neighborhood starting from $2,335. The second greatest value Downtown Rochester apartment is the Cortland Model at Cidermill Village starting at $1,995 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the McGregor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard Place Apartments | Charleston | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Cidermill Village | Cortland | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| 1261 Bloomer Rd, Unit #3 | 1261 Bloomer Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Rochester Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Rochester Ridge | 2 bed, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Great Oaks | 1 bedroom garden style | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Forest Ridge Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 115 Campbell St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Rochester Place | Lowood | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Pine Tree Apartments | Building #2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Rochester, Rochester, MI
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Rochester Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment is $950 at Pine Tree Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Rochester is starting from $950 at Rochester Ridge.
What is the most affordable Downtown Rochester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Rochester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadowfield Townhomes and starts from $1,950.
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