
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, NY (316 Rentals)


The Neisner at East End

Clintwood Apartments

Spectra at Sibley Square

Tower280

The Columbus Building

The Edmond

1600 Elmwood

The Glenny
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The Hive @ 151

Riverview Industrie Lofts Utilities Included

Mount Hope Lofts

111 On East

The Grand Alexander

Normandie Apartments

The Residences at Alex Park

Arnold Park Apartments

Temple Building
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Rochester City Apartments

The Lofts at Searle

The Lofts at Michaels-Stern

Corn Hill Landing Apartments

Station 55

The Whittier

Imperial South

Shelbourne Apartments

Hive@155 and Hive Andrews
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957 Monroe Ave

South & Hickory Place

145 S. Fitzhugh

Elmwood Manor Apartments and Townhouses

Edge of the Wedge

VIDA Apartments and Townhomes

Rochester Highlands

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957 Monroe Ave, Unit unit957-3, Unit unit957-3

14 Oxford St, Unit 4

14 Oxford St, Unit 2
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151 St Paul St

693 Park Ave

30 W Broad St

51 Rutgers St

85 Meigs St

486 S Goodman St

450 Meigs St

223 Alexander St

119 Ashland St

3-5 Selden St
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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 | $1,271 | $800 | $1,955 |
| Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,728 | $800 | $6,696 |
| Downtown Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,985 | $800 | $5,067 |
| Downtown Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,443 | $995 | $7,756 |
| Downtown Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $995 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 316 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown Rochester area of Rochester, NY is found at The Lofts at Michaels-Stern and is listed at 963 square feet priced from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lofts at Michaels-Stern | Studio | 963 Sq Ft | $1,250 |
| Rochester Highlands | Three Bedroom | 875 Sq Ft | $1,460 |
| Station 55 | 0BR/1BA 855 | 855 Sq Ft | $1,376 |
| Temple Building | 0BR/1BA 850 | 850 Sq Ft | $1,468 |
| The Hive @ 151 | Studio | 810 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Hive@155 and Hive Andrews | Hive 155 Studio | 795 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| The Residences at Alex Park | Studio without Balcony | 720 Sq Ft | $1,597 |
| The Glenny | STUDIO | 647 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| Riverview Industrie Lofts Utilities Included | Studio | 400 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Shelbourne Apartments | Studio | 300 Sq Ft | $875 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Rochester Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Rochester of Rochester, NY is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $849 at Normandie Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Rochester is currently $1,271. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Normandie Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | $849 |
| Shelbourne Apartments | Studio | $875 |
| South Wedge Commons | ST CLASSIC | $925 |
| The Lofts at Searle | Studio | $995 |
| The Columbus Building | Studio 7th Floor | $999 |
| Rochester Highlands | Studio | $1,025 |
| Rochester City Apartments | Studio | Classic | $1,030 |
| 145 S. Fitzhugh | Studio | $1,045 |
| Hive@155 and Hive Andrews | Hive 155 Studio | $1,100 |
| Edge of the Wedge | Studio | $1,140 |
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown Rochester Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Rochester with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown Rochester is at Normandie Apartments listed at $849.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown Rochester Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown Rochester is $1,271.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown Rochester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Rochester is a 963 square feet unit starting from $1,250 at The Lofts at Michaels-Stern.
What is the average size for Downtown Rochester Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown Rochester is currently 1,512 sq ft.
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