
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NH from $800 (13 Rentals)
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50 Hansonville Rd

11 Glen St

The Rapids

12 Pine St

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51-53 Summer Street

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rochester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,425 | $1,100 | $1,750 |
| Cheap Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,771 | $1,350 | $2,095 |
| Cheap Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,070 | $1,600 | $2,300 |
| Cheap Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,769 | $1,895 | $3,450 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, NH
Pricing Updated: 02/15/2026Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, NH area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rochester Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown | $2,375 | $1,500 | 11 |
| South Rochester | $2,950 | $1,350 | 30 |
| Tara Estates | $2,950 | $1,500 | 24 |
| Gonic | $3,250 | $1,350 | 12 |
Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, NH is a 1 Bed unit found at 51-53 Summer Street in the Downtown neighborhood priced from $1,450. The Rapids in the South Rochester neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,580. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51-53 Summer Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Rapids | 1BA1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| Clark Brook Apartments | 1BDSR | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Country Brook Estates | 2BR 1BA - TC - R- 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| The Residences at Spaulding Place, Large 2 bed 1 bath modern apartment with W/D Hook ups. | 2 Bedroom Interior Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NH
As of February 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $1.58 price per square foot 3BR2.5BA Model at Highfield Townhome Available for Rent! in the in the South Rochester neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the Recently Built Townhomes in a Quiet Setting Model at Half Peak Ledges starting at $2,950 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the South Rochester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Townhome Available for Rent! | 3BR2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.58 |
| Half Peak Ledges | Recently Built Townhomes in a Quiet Setting | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.90 |
| Half Peak Place | Spacious Townhouse with Two-Car Garage | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.90 |
| Bayberry Commons- 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhomes with 2 Car Garage | Brand New Townhomes! End Unit 3 Bedroom 2 Bath ... | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.26 |
| 67 Winter St, Unit 67 | 67 Winter St | 3BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 57 Congress St, Unit Unit 1 | 57 Congress St | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 84 Milton Rd, Unit 84 | 84 Milton Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| The Residences at Spaulding Place, Large 2 bed 1 bath modern apartment with W/D Hook ups. | 2 Bedroom End Unit with Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Country Brook Estates | 2BR 1BA - TC - R- 60% | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 51-53 Summer Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rochester Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rochester?
The cheapest apartment in Rochester is 51-53 Summer Street which is listed at $1,450, while the average apartment in Rochester costs $2,881.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rochester?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Rochester that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Rochester?
Cheap apartments in Rochester have an average cost of $576 which is $2,305 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rochester.
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