
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY Under $1,200 (58 Rentals)


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Barbara Manor

2124-2126 Monroe Ave Rochester NY

Lakewood Manor Apartments

Harris Park

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1460 Dewey Ave, Unit 1460 Dewey ave # 03

88 Fairbanks St, Unit 88

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169 Glide St, Unit Apt 2

307 Cedarwood Ter, Unit 307
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23 Sylvester St

77-79-79 Elba St

142-144-144 Bowman St

301 Weaver St

222 Ellison St

500 Garson Ave

144 Flanders St

490 Glenwood Ave

28 Bly St

1321 North St
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320-322-322 Wisconsin St

1902-1902 Dewey Ave

254 Anderson Ave

86-88-88 Baycliff Dr

93-95-95 Stratford Park

39 Parkway

60 Lime St

55 Bennington Green Ln

214-216 kenwood ave

333 Rosewood Ter
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Gateway Senior Independent Living 50+

Ridgecrest Court

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Resolute Manor

St. Bernard's Park - 55+ Senior Housing

Huntington Park Apartments
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Pine Ridge Crossing

Flower City Apartments

Crystal Ridge

Newport Highlands

The Feywild

The Eastman Reserve

The Gardens At Town Center Senior 55+

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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 | $1,239 | $700 | $1,955 |
| Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $800 | $6,538 |
| Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,418 | $995 | $7,756 |
| Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $995 | $3,200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Rochester Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Rochester with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Rochester is at Barbara Manor listed at $1,100.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Rochester Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Rochester is $1,849.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Rochester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rochester is a 1,950 square feet unit starting from $3,438 at Temple Building.
What is the average size for Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Rochester is currently 1,090 sq ft.
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There has never been a better time to live in Rochester. Also known as the Young Lion of the West and Flower City, Rochester is an underrated living space within the gorgeous Finger Lakes region.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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