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property at 499 Dewey Ave

499 Dewey Ave

RochesterNY14613

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28 Rowley St

RochesterNY14607

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Downtown Rochester, Rochester, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Rochester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Rochester area of Rochester, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Triangle - Student Housing priced from $830. 950 Bay St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Downtown Rochester apartments for rent in Rochester, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Triangle - Student HousingH1BR,1BA$830
950 Bay StStudioStudio,1BA$850
Townhomes at Monroe and CrossmanStudioStudio,1BA$850
Oliver CourtStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$875
Shelbourne ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$875
49 Troup St0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$895
South Wedge CommonsST CLASSICStudio,1BA$900
The Lofts at Michaels-SternStudioStudio,1BA$915
111 On East0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$950
171-179 Berkeley St1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, NY

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rochester area is the $1.20 price per square foot 1208 S Plymouth Ave Model at 1208 S Plymouth Ave, Unit 1208 in the in the Southwest Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Downtown Rochester apartment is the 550 Parsells Ave Model at 550 Parsells Ave, Unit 550 Parsells ave starting at $1,500 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Sector 8 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1208 S Plymouth Ave, Unit 12081208 S Plymouth Ave4BR,2BA$1.20
550 Parsells Ave, Unit 550 Parsells ave550 Parsells Ave3BR,1BA$1.03
Kirstein LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.24
318 Scio St, Unit #1318 Scio St2BR,1BA$1.19
The Lofts at Michaels-SternTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.26
46 Alexander St, Unit 146 Alexander St2BR,1BA$1.09
307 Cedarwood Ter, Unit 307307 Cedarwood Ter2BR,1BA$1.00
20 Whitmore St, Unit Side Unit20 Whitmore St2BR,1BA$1.05
Buckingham Commons1BR1BR,1BA$1.23
The Smith Gormly5041BR,1BA$1.00

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across New York including Downtown Rochester, Rochester, and the greater Rochester area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Rochester Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Rochester?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Rochester is under $995.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Rochester?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Rochester is The Triangle - Student Housing which is listed at $830, while the average apartment in Downtown Rochester costs $2,200.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 21 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Rochester?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Rochester have an average cost of $253 which is $1,947 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Rochester.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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