Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East End Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $408 (141 Rentals)

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Rochester College Rentals: Finding the Best Value Neighborhoods for Students

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583 Averill Ave

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38 Comfort St, Unit UP
$1,000

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38 Comfort St, Unit UP

38 Comfort StRochester, NY 14620
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The Hive @ 151
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$1,200 - $1,645

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Base Rent$1,200 - $1,645
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The Hive @ 151

151 Saint Paul StRochester, NY 14604
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115 Vassar St
$1,250 - $1,700

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115 Vassar St

115 Vassar StRochester, NY 14607
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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East End, Rochester, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available East End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East End area of Rochester, NY is a Studio unit found at Normandie Apartments priced from $849. Franklin Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable East End apartments for rent in Rochester, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Normandie Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$849
Franklin Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
The Columbus BuildingStudio 7th FloorStudio,1BA$999
Hive@155 and Hive AndrewsHive 155 StudioStudio,1BA$1,000
145 S. FitzhughStudioStudio,1BA$1,045
67 S Washington St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
The Lofts at SearleStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
The Hive @ 151StudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Riverview Industrie Lofts Utilities IncludedOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East End, NY

As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the East End area is the $1.06 price per square foot 185 Rutgers St Model at 185 Rutgers St, Unit Apt 3 in the in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value East End apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Tower280 starting at $1,725 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Sector 10 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
185 Rutgers St, Unit Apt 3185 Rutgers St2BR,1BA$1.06
Tower280Two Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.26
53 Hubbell Park, Unit 53 Hubbell Park53 Hubbell Park2BR,1BA$1.46
12 Upton Park, Unit 12.512 Upton Park2BR,1BA$1.50
318 Scio St, Unit Down318 Scio St2BR,1BA$1.25
Warner Lofts1 Bed 1.5 Bath JR1BR,1.5BA$1.43
The Lofts at Michaels-SternStudioStudio ,1BA$1.30
Liberty Lofts110% AMI 1 Bed / 1 Bath Loft Den1BR,1BA$1.41
38 Comfort St, Unit UP38 Comfort St1BR,1BA$1.11
The Hive @ 151StudioStudio ,1BA$1.48

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East End Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East End?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East End is under $1,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East End?

The cheapest apartment in East End is Franklin Street Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in East End costs $1,625.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East End?

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 16 regular apartments in East End 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 End?

Cheap apartments in East End have an average cost of $141 which is $1,484 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East End.

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Rochester College Rentals: Finding the Best Value Neighborhoods for Students

Written by: Patrick Ryan

Rochester has emerged as one of the most promising cities in America. Home to a wide variety of tech companies, the “Young Lion of the West” also has affordable housing.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.