
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, NY (881 Rentals)


Water Street Commons

The Neisner at East End

Walk to U of R & Strong Hospital | Renovated

933 the U Apartment Homes

Tower280

Clintwood Apartments

The Terminal Building

Spectra at Sibley Square

The Button Lofts
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The Nathaniel

The Columbus Building

The Edmond

The Medical Arts Building

Erie Harbor

200 East Avenue Apartments and Townhomes

1600 Elmwood

The Triangle

50 Prince Apartments

The Glenny
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Innovation Square

1255 Lofts

Carnegie Apartments

88 on Elm

Riverview Industrie Lofts Utilities Included

Mount Hope Lofts

65 College Ave

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The Hive @ 151

The Grand Alexander

Kirstein Lofts
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111 On East

Normandie Apartments

The Ambassador

265 Alexander St

Temple Building

Lofts at Gold Street

The Residences at Alex Park

Arnold Park Apartments

Cascade District Lofts

44 Exchange Blvd
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260 East Broad

The Metropolitan

625 S. Goodman Apartments

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600 East Ave Luxury Apartments

Hillside Manor Apartments

Elmwood Terrace Apartments and Townhomes

Imperial South

Corn Hill Landing Apartments

Warner Lofts
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Downtown Rochester, Rochester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Rochester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,264 | $750 | $2,151 |
| Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $800 | $3,394 |
| Downtown Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,972 | $850 | $4,596 |
| Downtown Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,173 | $1,100 | $5,950 |
| Downtown Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $850 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 881 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Rochester, Rochester, NY
Ranked #3
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Rochester, Rochester, NY
School 9 Dr Martin Luther King Jr
School 58 World Of Inquiry School
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across New York and customized analysis for Central Rochester. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with children? Amongst all of the submarkets in Rochester, Downtown Rochester is amongst the finest communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to the best school districts for the kids to attend.
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the great outdoors? this neighborhood is a highly-rated submarket for the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This neighborhood has risen to be one of the best-regarded luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, on-site concierge services, views, access to parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Rochester
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Rochester area of Rochester, NY?
As of today, August 20, 2026, there are currently 881 available Downtown Rochester apartments priced from $750 to $5,950, with an average monthly rent of $1,759.
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Rochester?
There are currently 313 Studio Apartments in Downtown Rochester with rent ranges from $750 to $2,151 with an average price of $1,264.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Rochester ranges from $800 to $3,394 with an average monthly rent of $1,645.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Rochester cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Rochester range from $850 to $4,596. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,972.
How expensive are Downtown Rochester Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 112 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Rochester on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $5,950 - averaging $2,173 for the location.
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