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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,277 | $700 | $2,151 |
| Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $625 | $6,753 |
| Downtown Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $850 | $8,944 |
| Downtown Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,194 | $1,100 | $8,010 |
| Downtown Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,930 | $850 | $3,400 |
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
See all Apartments in RochesterTake advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending this month for top Downtown Rochester, NY apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Half off first month’s rent for new leases approved, signed and security deposit received by the end of September, 2026. Waived admin fees through the end of September 2026. Call for details.Expires September 30, 2026
Apartment 102 listed for $2595 is offering a $1300 First Months RentExpires September 30, 2026
First month FREEExpires September 06, 2026
ONE MONTH FREE on 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments! 5 Apartments | 1 Incredible Deal | 0 Time to Waste! Next Five Leases ONLY! A one-month rent credit will be applied to the first full month’s rent on a new 10+ month lease. This offer is limited to the next five signed leases received on or after 8/24/26 with move-in by 9/30/26. Offer is subject to approval and may be modified or discontinued at any time.Expires September 06, 2026
MOVE IN BY 9/30 & PAY NO PRORATED RENT Enjoy Modern Living in the Heart of Downtown Rochester.Expires September 06, 2026
One Month Rent FREE! **for all leases signed before 9/30/2026Expires September 06, 2026
One Month Rent FREE! **for all leases signed before 9/30/2026Expires September 06, 2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Rochester, NY. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
First month FREE
One Month Rent FREE! **for all leases signed before 9/30/2026
Apartment 102 listed for $2595 is offering a $1300 First Months Rent
Half off first month’s rent for new leases approved, signed and security deposit received by the end of September, 2026. Waived admin fees through the end of September 2026. Call for details.
ONE MONTH FREE on 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments! 5 Apartments | 1 Incredible Deal | 0 Time to Waste! Next Five Leases ONLY! A one-month rent credit will be applied to the first full month’s rent on a new 10+ month lease. This offer is limited to the next five signed leases received on or after 8/24/26 with move-in by 9/30/26. Offer is subject to approval and may be modified or discontinued at any time.
MOVE IN BY 9/30 & PAY NO PRORATED RENT Enjoy Modern Living in the Heart of Downtown Rochester.
One Month Rent FREE! **for all leases signed before 9/30/2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Rochester is at Arnold Park Apartments listed at $925.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Rochester is $1,784.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Rochester is a 2,061 square feet unit starting from $1,435 at Spectra at Sibley Square.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Rochester is currently at 625 sq ft.
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