
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, NY (432 Rentals)


Spectra at Sibley Square

Tower280

Clintwood Apartments

The Nathaniel

The Columbus Building

The Terminal Building

The Button Lofts

The Medical Arts Building

Erie Harbor
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The Triangle

65 College Ave

50 Prince Apartments

North Plymouth Terrace

1255 Lofts

Kirstein Lofts
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The Glenny

Carnegie Apartments

111 On East

Mount Hope Lofts

Riverview Industrie Lofts Utilities Included

The Grand Alexander

The Ambassador

Normandie Apartments

265 Alexander St

Temple Building
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Arnold Park Apartments

Cascade District Lofts

260 East Broad

The Lofts at Michaels-Stern

Hillside Manor Apartments

The Whittier

Elmwood Terrace Apartments and Townhomes

Imperial South

The Metropolitan
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625 S. Goodman Apartments

Charlotte Square

Warner Lofts

Highland Manor Apartments

Liberty Lofts

The Lofts at Searle

Corn Hill Landing Apartments

171-179 Berkeley St

Franklin Street Apartments

Woodbury Place 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 | $1,267 | $715 | $1,955 |
Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $800 | $3,394 |
| Downtown Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,053 | $975 | $5,000 |
| Downtown Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,332 | $1,100 | $5,950 |
| Downtown Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,008 | $895 | $4,400 |
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There are currently 432 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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Largest Available Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Rochester area of Rochester, NY is found at Temple Building and is listed at 1,750 square feet priced from $2,609. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Building | 1BR/2BA 1750 WL | 1,750 Sq Ft | $2,609 |
| The Linc | 1 Bedroom Penthouse | 1,696 Sq Ft | $2,870 |
| Cascade District Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath Loft | 1,530 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| North Plymouth Terrace | 2A | 1,300 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| The Edmond | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | 1,293 Sq Ft | $1,920 |
| The Lofts at Searle | 1 Bedroom | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,095 |
| 1255 Lofts | 1-bedroom | 1,097 Sq Ft | $2,130 |
| Charlotte Square | 1 BR w/ Den | 1,045 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| 260 East Broad | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1,040 Sq Ft | $2,025 |
| The Lofts at Michaels-Stern | One bedroom | 902 Sq Ft | $1,300 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Rochester of Rochester, NY is the One Bedroom Model starting from $900 at Franklin Street Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Rochester is currently $1,647. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Street Apartments | One Bedroom | $900 |
| 171-179 Berkeley St | 1 bedroom 1 bath | $995 |
| Rochester Highlands | One Bedroom | $1,080 |
| 46 Harlem St | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,095 |
| The Lofts at Searle | 1 Bedroom | $1,095 |
| 145 S. Fitzhugh | 1B/1B | $1,095 |
| The Ambassador | 1BD - 102 | $1,100 |
| Barrington Apartments | Barrington Apts - 1 BD 1 BTH, Classic | $1,160 |
| The Columbus Building | 1 Bedroom - 7th Floor | $1,199 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Rochester with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Rochester is at Franklin Street Apartments listed at $900.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Rochester is $1,647.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Rochester is a 1,750 square feet unit starting from $2,609 at Temple Building.
What is the average size for Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Rochester is currently 769 sq ft.
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