
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY Under $900 (32 Rentals)


Franklin Street Apartments

Orchard Place

Fully Renovated 52 Cypress Street

Harris Park

58 Leander Rd

209 Spencer St

950 St Paul St
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971 Norton St

Winton Gardens Towers

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Gibbs Place

Midtown Manor Apartments

BrookDale Apartments

St. Simon's Terrace

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Resolute Manor

East End Apartments

DaVinci Court Apartments

Ridgecrest Court

Carter Street Apartments

Flower City Apartments

Huntington Park Apartments

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The Eastman Reserve

Susan Apartments

The Gardens At Town Center Senior 55+

Andrews Terrace

2610-2638 Dewey Ave

Lakeshore Apartments

Portland Manor

Ogden Gardens 62+ Senior Community
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rochester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,240 | $758 | $1,955 |
| Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $800 | $6,696 |
| Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $800 | $5,067 |
| Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,422 | $995 | $7,756 |
| Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $995 | $2,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Rochester Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Rochester with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Rochester is at Fully Renovated 52 Cypress Street listed at $850.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Rochester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Rochester is $1,587.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Rochester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rochester is a 1,696 square feet unit starting from $2,870 at The Linc.
What is the average size for Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Rochester is currently 664 sq ft.
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