Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Avenue Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $600 (30 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Avenue area of Rochester.

Normandie Apartments

626 University Ave

164-166-166 Meigs St

The Whittier

1159 E Main St, Unit #3 1157 East Main Street
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The Grand Alexander

652 University Ave, Unit 652.5

307 Cedarwood Ter, Unit 307

The Ambassador

215-217-217 Cedarwood Terrace
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East Avenue, Rochester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Avenue?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Avenue Studio Apartments | $1,135 | $795 | $1,699 |
| East Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $795 | $6,336 |
| East Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,079 | $1,000 | $3,500 |
| East Avenue 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,171 | $1,150 | $3,600 |
| East Avenue 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,216 | $2,050 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Avenue Neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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Cheapest Available East Avenue Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Avenue area of Rochester, NY is a Studio unit found at Oliver Court priced from $795. Normandie Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $829. Here are the most affordable East Avenue apartments for rent in Rochester, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver Court | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Normandie Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $829 |
| The Whittier | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $935 |
| 171-179 Berkeley St | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Grand Alexander | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| 300 Alexander Apartments | 1-Bedroom, 1-Bath (Every Floor Plan Is Unique) | 1BR,1BA | $1,329 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Avenue, NY
As of November 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Avenue area is the $1.31 price per square foot 6 Rowley St Model at 6 Rowley St in the in the East End neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value East Avenue apartment is the 2-bedroom Model at 1255 Lofts starting at $2,625 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Sector 8 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Rowley St | 6 Rowley St | 3BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 1255 Lofts | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 308 Park Ave, Unit #2 | 308 Park Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 78 Coventry Ave, Unit 78 | 78 Coventry Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 307 Cedarwood Ter, Unit 307 | 307 Cedarwood Ter | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Fully Renovated Park and Beverly Apartments! | Beverly 3Bd 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 652 University Ave, Unit 652.5 | 652 University Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 50 Prince Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Grand Alexander | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 1159 E Main St, Unit #3 1157 East Main Street | 1159 E Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Avenue, Rochester, NY
Ranked #27
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the East Avenue Neighborhood in Rochester, NY
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Avenue Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Avenue?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Avenue is under $1,329.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Avenue?
The cheapest apartment in East Avenue is 171-179 Berkeley St which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in East Avenue costs $2,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Avenue?
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 20 regular apartments in East Avenue 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 East Avenue?
Cheap apartments in East Avenue have an average cost of $456 which is $1,844 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Avenue.
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