Cheap Homes for Rent in Rochester, NY from $600 (33 Rentals)

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property at 166 Scottsville Rd

$800

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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

166 Scottsville Rd

RochesterNY14611

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property at 230 Pullman Ave

$1,100

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$1,100
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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 1

230 Pullman Ave, Unit #1

230 Pullman Ave
RochesterNY14615
property at 372 Glenwood Ave

$1,100

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$1,100
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

372 Glenwood Ave, Unit 3

372 Glenwood Ave
RochesterNY14613

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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property at 115 Sterling St

$1,200

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$1,200
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

115 Sterling St

RochesterNY14606

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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property at 490 Ames St

$1,300

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$1,300
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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

490 Ames St, Unit Upstairs

490 Ames St
RochesterNY14606

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Rochester, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, NY

Pricing Updated: 05/27/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, NY area range in price from $750 to $10,774 with an overall median price of $2,394. The three Rochester neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Maplewood at $950, Northwest Quadrant at $950, and Northeast Quadrant at $950. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rochester Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Maplewood$1,325$95098
Northwest Quadrant$1,375$95092
Northeast Quadrant$1,376$95013
Outer Irondequoit$1,425$80071
Upper Falls$1,462$85010
Southwest Quadrant$1,500$99513
19th Ward$1,700$9959
Edgerton$1,700$85015
South Marketview Heights$1,719$9954
Charlotte$1,850$89520

Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, NY is a Studio unit found at Shelbourne Apartments in the Sector 10 neighborhood priced from $750. Normandie Apartments in the East End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $849. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shelbourne ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
Normandie Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$849
Franklin Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
South Wedge CommonsST CLASSICStudio,1BA$925
Berkeley CourtStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$945
Greece CommonsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$950
The Lofts at SearleStudioStudio,1BA$995
171-179 Berkeley St1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$995
The Columbus BuildingStudio 7th FloorStudio,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $0.66 price per square foot Private Bedroom in a shared 4 bed 4 bath Model at Lofts at Gold Street in the in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the 2A Model at North Plymouth Terrace starting at $1,350 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Sector 10 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lofts at Gold StreetPrivate Bedroom in a shared 4 bed 4 bath4BR,4BA$0.66
North Plymouth Terrace2A1BR,1BA$0.93
Warner Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic DLX1BR,1.5BA$1.21
Kirstein LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.15
127 Selye Terrace, Unit 1 Down stairs127 Selye Terrace2BR,1BA$1.17
Water Street CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
141 Congress Ave, Unit 139141 Congress Ave2BR,1BA$1.19
The Marshall Rochester2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.03
23 Oxford St, Unit 23 Oxford St. Apt 323 Oxford St2BR,1BA$1.11
90 Alexander St, Unit 190 Alexander St1BR,1BA$1.06

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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 Rochester

What type of rentals are currently available in Rochester?

There are currently 1442 Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY with pricing that ranges from $750 to $10,774. There are also 186 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rochester ranging from $650 to $5,998.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rochester?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rochester ranges from $650 to $5,998 with an average monthly rent of $2,352.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rochester?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rochester range from $995 to $7,756, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $4,050. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $995.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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Beyond the Finger Lakes: Unveiling Rochester's 7 Best-Value Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Patrick Ryan

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.