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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Genesee Jefferson Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $400 (58 Rentals)
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Normandie Apartments
253-255 Alexander StRochester, NY 14607
209 Spencer St
RochesterNY14608
18 Lasalle St
RochesterNY14606
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from $850Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 4
The Columbus Building
50 Chestnut StRochester, NY 14604
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219 Meigs St
RochesterNY14607
15 Jacques St
RochesterNY14620
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Sanford Street Associates, LP
280 Sanford StRochester, NY 14620
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82 Adams St
RochesterNY14608
107 Myrtle St
RochesterNY14606
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from $9501 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 30
Franklin Street Apartments
132-140 Franklin StRochester, NY 14604
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The Grand Alexander
268 Alexander StRochester, NY 14607
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Rochester Highlands New York, LLC
47 Green Knolls DrRochester, NY 14620
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The Ambassador
86 S Union StRochester, NY 14607
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Lofts at Gold Street
1188 Mount Hope AveRochester, NY 14620
172 Gibbs St
RochesterNY14605
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72 Saratoga Ave
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57 Lime St
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The Lofts at Michaels-Stern
87 N Clinton AveRochester, NY 14604
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The Smith Gormly
180 Saint Paul StRochester, NY 14604
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Hamlet Court Apartments
86 Hamlet CtRochester, NY 14624
700 Glide St
RochesterNY14606
8 Linwood Pl
RochesterNY14607
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Highland Manor
905 South AveRochester, NY 14620
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Rochester Commons at Cambridge Court
76 Dodge StRochester, NY 14606
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79 Alexander St, Unit 1-Up
79 Alexander StRochester, NY 14620
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44 Exchange Blvd
44 Exchange BlvdRochester, NY 14614
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The Edmond
55 Exchange BlvdRochester, NY 14614
192 N Union St
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VIDA Apartments and Townhomes
47 Savannah StRochester, NY 14607
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Riverview Industrie Lofts
168-170 N Water StRochester, NY 14604
486-488-488 S Goodman St
RochesterNY14607
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23 Hubbell Park, Unit Lower Apt
23 Hubbell ParkRochester, NY 14608
43 Marshall St
RochesterNY14607
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Hive@155 and Hive Andrews
155-169 Saint Paul StRochester, NY 14604
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Water Street Commons
165-189 N Water StRochester, NY 14604
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Genesee Jefferson, Rochester, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Genesee Jefferson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesee Jefferson Studio Apartments | $1,287 | $799 | $2,900 |
| Genesee Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $500 | $4,704 |
| Genesee Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,017 | $895 | $4,208 |
| Genesee Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,216 | $1,150 | $4,567 |
| Genesee Jefferson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $995 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available Genesee Jefferson Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Genesee Jefferson area of Rochester, NY is a Studio unit found at Normandie Apartments priced from $799. 49 Troup Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Genesee Jefferson apartments for rent in Rochester, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normandie Apartments | Efficiency Renovated Small | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| 49 Troup Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Sanford Street Associates, LP | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Lofts at Gold Street | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $995 |
| The Lofts at Michaels-Stern | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| 145 S. Fitzhugh | Studio | Studio, | $1,000 |
| Rochester Commons at Cambridge Court | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Genesee Jefferson, NY
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Genesee Jefferson area is the $0.66 price per square foot 4x4 Model at Lofts at Gold Street in the in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Genesee Jefferson 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 Genesee Jefferson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Lofts at Gold Street | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.66 |
| 1208 S Plymouth Ave, Unit 1208 | 1208 S Plymouth Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| 76 Alexander St, Unit 1 | 76 Alexander St | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Warner Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 432 Frederick Douglass St, Unit North Apartment | 432 Frederick Douglass St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 318 Scio St, Unit #1 | 318 Scio St | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Sanford Street Associates, LP | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Water Street Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 23 Hubbell Park, Unit Lower Apt | 23 Hubbell Park | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 114 Myrtle St, Unit 3 | 114 Myrtle St | 1BR,1BA | $0.71 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Genesee Jefferson, Rochester, NY
School 4 George Mather Forbes
Rochester City School District
Public School - Grades PK-6 (276)
2 out of 10
Joseph C Wilson Magnet High School
Rochester City School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (752)
1 out of 10
Joseph C Wilson Foundation Academy
Rochester City School District
Public School - Grades K-8 (404)
2 out of 10
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including Genesee Jefferson, Rochester, and the greater Rochester area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Genesee Jefferson Neighborhood in Rochester, NY
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Genesee Jefferson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Genesee Jefferson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Genesee Jefferson is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Genesee Jefferson?
The cheapest apartment in Genesee Jefferson is Rochester Commons at Cambridge Court which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Genesee Jefferson costs $1,970.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Genesee Jefferson?
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 18 regular apartments in Genesee Jefferson 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 Genesee Jefferson?
Cheap apartments in Genesee Jefferson have an average cost of $273 which is $1,697 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Genesee Jefferson.
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