
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $700 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Rochester area of Rochester.


70 3rd St

100 Howard St, Unit #3

82 Sanford St, Unit 3
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919 S Goodman St

58 Oakland St

40-42-42 Orlando St

12 Syke St

241 Norris Dr

26 Fien St
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11 Linwood Pl
Downtown Rochester, Rochester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Rochester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Rochester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,745 | $1,250 | $2,400 |
Downtown Rochester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,984 | $1,195 | $2,800 |
Downtown Rochester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,216 | $1,500 | $2,900 |
Downtown Rochester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,525 | $2,200 | $2,850 |
Downtown Rochester 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,698 | $2,400 | $2,995 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Triangle - Student Housing | H | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
950 Bay St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Townhomes at Monroe and Crossman | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Oliver Court | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Shelbourne Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, NY
As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rochester area is the $0.85 price per square foot 7 Roosevelt St Model at 7 Roosevelt St in the in the Ellwanger Barry neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Downtown Rochester apartment is the 1208 S Plymouth Ave Model at 1208 S Plymouth Ave, Unit 1208 starting at $1,795 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Southwest Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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7 Roosevelt St | 7 Roosevelt St | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
1208 S Plymouth Ave, Unit 1208 | 1208 S Plymouth Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.20 |
550 Parsells Ave, Unit 550 Parsells ave | 550 Parsells Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Kirstein Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
318 Scio St, Unit #1 | 318 Scio St | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
The Lofts at Michaels-Stern | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
307 Cedarwood Ter, Unit 307 | 307 Cedarwood Ter | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
46 Alexander St, Unit 1 | 46 Alexander St | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Buckingham Commons | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
The Smith Gormly | 504 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Rochester, Rochester, NY
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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 Downtown Rochester
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Rochester?
There are currently 801 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, NY with pricing that ranges from $779 to $8,870. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Rochester ranging from $725 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Rochester?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Rochester ranges from $725 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,042.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Rochester?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Rochester range from $975 to $4,570, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $965.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.