
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Business District Rochester, NY from $1,200 (2 Rentals)
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Central Business District, Rochester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Business District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Business District 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,649 | $1,350 | $2,002 |
Central Business District 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,933 | $1,800 | $2,200 |
Central Business District 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,766 | $2,600 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 2 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Business District Neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, NY
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $1.37 price per square foot 6 Rowley St Model at 6 Rowley St in the in the East End neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 432 Frederick Douglass St Model at 432 Frederick Douglass St, Unit North Apartment starting at $1,400 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Business District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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6 Rowley St | 6 Rowley St | 3BR,1BA | $1.37 |
432 Frederick Douglass St, Unit North Apartment | 432 Frederick Douglass St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Kirstein Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
318 Scio St, Unit #1 | 318 Scio St | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Warner Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic JR | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Water Street Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
The Smith Gormly | 504 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Liberty Lofts | 110% AMI 1 Bed / 1 Bath Loft Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
79 Alexander St, Unit 1-Up | 79 Alexander St | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
36 Woodward St, Unit 1 | 36 Woodward St | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Business District
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Business District?
There are currently 348 Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, NY with pricing that ranges from $775 to $8,250. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Business District ranging from $1,275 to $2,850.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Business District?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Business District ranges from $1,275 to $2,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,834.
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