Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MI from $600 (21 Rentals)

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Mildon Apartments
$1,300 - $1,660
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$1,300 - $1,660

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Mildon Apartments

233 1st StRochester, MI 48307
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The Chapman
$1,449 - $2,405
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The Chapman

701 Green CirRochester, MI 48307
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Rochester Ludlow
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Rochester Ludlow

854 Ludlow AveRochester, MI 48307
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$1,100 - $1,250

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803 Plate St

RochesterMI48307

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Downtown Rochester, Rochester, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Rochester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Rochester area of Detroit, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Tree Apartments priced from $900. Rochester Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Downtown Rochester apartments for rent in Detroit, MI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pine Tree ApartmentsBuilding #21BR,1BA$900
Rochester Ridge2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$950
115 Campbell St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Forest Ridge Apartments1 bedroom A1BR,1BA$1,250
Great Oaks1 bedroom w/ washer & dryer1BR,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, MI

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rochester area is the $1.57 price per square foot Snowdrift Model at Cidermill Village in the in the McGregor neighborhood starting from $2,798. The second greatest value Downtown Rochester apartment is the Charleston Model at Harvard Place Apartments starting at $2,335 with a $1.55 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cidermill VillageSnowdrift3BR,2BA$1.57
Harvard Place ApartmentsCharleston3BR,2BA$1.55
Meadowfield Townhomes of Rochester HillsArlington Premium2BR,1.5BA$1.74
Rochester Club ApartmentsStyle C2BR,1BA$1.78
Rochester Square2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.55
Rochester Ridge2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.06
Great Oaks1 bedroom w/ washer & dryer1BR,1BA$1.65
Forest Ridge Apartments1 bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.67
115 Campbell St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
Pine Tree ApartmentsBuilding #21BR,1BA$1.50

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Rochester Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Rochester?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Rochester is at Pine Tree Apartments listed at $900.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment is $900 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 Cedar Valley Luxury Apartments and starts from $2,193.

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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