
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MI from $1,200 (4 Rentals)
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Downtown Rochester, Rochester, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Rochester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Rochester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,843 | $1,395 | $2,400 |
Downtown Rochester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,187 | $2,850 | $3,900 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MI.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, MI
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rochester area is the $1.52 price per square foot Charleston Model at Harvard Place Apartments in the in the McGregor neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Downtown Rochester apartment is the Empire Model at Cidermill Village starting at $1,691 with a $1.27 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. |
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Harvard Place Apartments | Charleston | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
Cidermill Village | Empire | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Cedar Valley Luxury Apartments | 3 BEDROOM 2 BATH | 3BR,2BA | $1.90 |
Rochester Club Apartments | Style C | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Rochester Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
120 Campbell St, Unit 9 | 120 Campbell St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Great Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Forest Ridge Apartments | 1 bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Rochester Place | Thornfield | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Timberlea Village | One Bedroom W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Rochester
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Rochester?
There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, MI with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $4,310. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Rochester ranging from $1,200 to $3,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Rochester?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Rochester ranges from $1,200 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,994.
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