Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, NY (21 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Rochester area of Rochester with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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The Terminal Building
Rent Specials
$1,329 - $1,679Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy 1.5 months free on a 13-month lease (applied to your 2nd and 3rd months), PLUS apply and get approved within 24 hours for
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The Terminal Building

65 W Broad StRochester, NY 14614
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The Columbus Building
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$999 - $1,669Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy 1.5 months free on a 13-month lease (applied to your 2nd and 3rd months), PLUS apply and get approved within 24 hours for
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The Columbus Building

50 Chestnut StRochester, NY 14604
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The Hive @ 151
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$1,200 - $1,645
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$1,200 - $1,645
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$1,200 - $1,645
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The Hive @ 151

151 Saint Paul StRochester, NY 14604
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88 on Elm
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$2,299Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy 1.5 months free on a 13-month lease (applied to your 2nd and 3rd months), PLUS apply and get approved within 24 hours for
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88 on Elm

88 Elm StRochester, NY 14604
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Normandie Apartments
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$1,099 - $1,799Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy 1.5 months free on a 13-month lease (applied to you 2nd and 3rd months), PLUS apply and get approved within 24 hours for
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Normandie Apartments

253-255 Alexander StRochester, NY 14607
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Lofts at Gold Street
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$995 - $2,500Special Offer
Specials Tour it. Apply. Sign it—FAST. -- Secure your spot in a 4x4 and get rewarded: -- - Sign within 48 hours of applying and receive a $5
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Lofts at Gold Street

1188 Mount Hope AveRochester, NY 14620
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Ellwanger & Barry Building
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$1,500 - $3,500Special Offer
Discounts Move-in Special: Receive 2 Month Free when you sign a 14-month lease! 15% Off Monthly Advertise Rent when you sign a 12-month leas
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Ellwanger & Barry Building

39 State StRochester, NY 14614
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141 Congress Ave, Unit 139
$1,250
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$1,250
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141 Congress Ave, Unit 139

141 Congress AveRochester, NY 14611
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Downtown Rochester, Rochester, NY Local Guide

Top Rochester Apartments in the Downtown Rochester Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 06-02-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Rochester, NY apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Arnold Park Apartments

Move-in SpecialExpires 06-02-2026

Spectra at Sibley Square

Apply today and receive $1,000 rent credit. Contact the leasing office today!Expires 06-02-2026

Rochester City Apartments

Move-in SpecialExpires 06-02-2026

Lofts at Gold Street

Tour it. Apply. Sign it—FAST. -- Secure your spot in a 4x4 and get rewarded: -- - Sign within 48 hours of applying and receive a $500 gift card OR sign as a full group of 4 within 48 hours of touring/applying and each person gets $700 -- Don’t wait—this limited-time offer is all about quick moves and big perks.Expires 06-03-2026

Kirstein Lofts

Lease now and receive a $250 Amazon gift card upon move-in!!Expires 06-13-2026

The Button Lofts

$500 off 1st months rent for any lease signed before June 15thExpires 06-15-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Rochester, NY

Specials updated: 06-02-2026

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.

The Button Lofts

$500 off 1st months rent for any lease signed before June 15thExpires 06-15-2026

Parazin Lofts

Apartment 102 listed for $2595 is offering a $1300 First Months RentExpires 09-30-2026

65 College Ave

13-month lease special. Units available for rent May 1st 2026!Expires 09-01-2026

Hillside Manor Apartments

Heat Included in Rent. Carport included, storage unitExpires 04-30-2027

Kirstein Lofts

Lease now and receive a $250 Amazon gift card upon move-in!!Expires 06-13-2026

Lofts at Gold Street

Tour it. Apply. Sign it—FAST. -- Secure your spot in a 4x4 and get rewarded: -- - Sign within 48 hours of applying and receive a $500 gift card OR sign as a full group of 4 within 48 hours of touring/applying and each person gets $700 -- Don’t wait—this limited-time offer is all about quick moves and big perks.Expires 06-03-2026

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown Rochester, Rochester, NY

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Rochester Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Rochester?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Rochester is at The Ambassador listed at $975.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Rochester Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Rochester is $1,841.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Rochester Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Rochester is a 3,200 square feet unit starting from $3,200 at 860 Park Ave, Unit 1.

What is the average size for Downtown Rochester Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Rochester is currently at 846 sq ft.

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