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950 St Paul St

RochesterNY14605

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 525 Averill Ave

$1,025 - $1,495

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available May 1

525 Averill Ave

RochesterNY14607

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Rochester, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, NY

Pricing Updated: 04/25/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, NY area range in price from $650 to $7,525 with an overall median price of $2,233. The three Rochester neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Edgerton at $800, Maplewood at $800, and Northwest Quadrant at $800. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rochester Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Edgerton$1,250$80014
Maplewood$1,325$80089
Northwest Quadrant$1,325$80082
Upper Falls$1,347$8459
Outer Irondequoit$1,420$80076
Northeast Quadrant$1,440$95014
Charlotte$1,600$92016
South Marketview Heights$1,775$9959
Southwest Quadrant$1,800$1,0457
19th Ward$1,825$1,0454

Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, NY is a Studio unit found at Normandie Apartments in the East End neighborhood priced from $849. Franklin Street Apartments in the Sector 10 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Normandie Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$849
Franklin Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
South Wedge CommonsST CLASSICStudio,1BA$925
Greece CommonsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$950
The TriangleF1BR,1BA$965
Shelbourne ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$975
111 On East0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$975
171-179 Berkeley St1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$995
Rochester HighlandsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Hive@155 and Hive AndrewsHive 155 StudioStudio,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY

As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $0.85 price per square foot 7 Roosevelt St Model at 7 Roosevelt St in the in the Ellwanger Barry neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the 50 Darwin St Model at 50 Darwin St, Unit 50 Up starting at $1,550 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Highland District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7 Roosevelt St7 Roosevelt St2BR,1BA$0.85
50 Darwin St, Unit 50 Up50 Darwin St2BR,2BA$0.94
North Plymouth Terrace2A1BR,1BA$0.93
153 S Union St, Unit B153 S Union St3BR,1BA$1.20
Kirstein LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.15
127 Selye Terrace, Unit 1 Down stairs127 Selye Terrace2BR,1BA$1.17
Water Street CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.15
Briar Manor2/1.52BR,1.5BA$1.21
North Shore Townhomes2 BR, 1.5 Bath Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.27
307 Cedarwood Ter, Unit 307307 Cedarwood Ter2BR,1BA$1.00

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Rochester Overview

Hovering just behind the massive New York City and Buffalo regions to lay claim to the third most populated city in all of New York, Rochester is a growing metropolis offering a winning combination of universities, amenities and an on-the-rise job market. Add to that captivating scenic beauty and a garage rock scene that rivals some of the best in the nation, and it quickly becomes apparent as to why so many New Yorkers choose to call Rochester home.

Why live in Rochester, NY?

Home to a large number of schools and businesses, Rochester has remained a popular draw due to its economic growth and abundance of scenic, waterfront beauty. A diverse mix of young and old residents can be found across Rochester neighborhoods and its popular downtown, which is ripe with world-class restaurants, nightclubs and taverns.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rochester Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Rochester?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rochester is under $1,000.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rochester?

The cheapest apartment in Rochester is Franklin Street Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Rochester costs $2,233.

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 1,209 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 $331 which is $1,902 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rochester.

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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Beyond the Finger Lakes: Unveiling Rochester's 7 Best-Value Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Patrick Ryan

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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