
Homes for Rent in Rochester, NY Under $1,500 (44 Rentals)


478 Tremont St

441 Cottage St

769 Arnett Blvd

153 Steko Ave

177 Roycroft Dr

857 N Goodman St, Unit 857

41 Brunswick St, Unit 2

102 Colby St, Unit 4

367 Hawley St
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201 Mohawk St

183 Delamaine Dr

49 Stone St, Unit 302

87 S Washington St, Unit Genesee Properties LLC, Unit Genesee Properties LLC

195 Parsells Ave

89 Twin Beeches

80 Angle St

94 Scrantom St

146 Roycroft Dr

113 Sterling St
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3677 Lake Ave

10 Locust St

36 Nye Park, Unit 38, Unit 38

615 Magee Ave

485 University Ave, Unit 1

203 Fulton Ave

366 Seward St

26 Edmonds St

144 Ave. C

30 Quincy St
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625 Shelford Rd, Unit 1

186 Spruce Ave, Unit 186 Spruce Ave Rooms

14 Oxford St, Unit 2

14 Oxford St, Unit 4

3 Sumner Park

83 Flower City Park

659 Thurston Rd

183 Rockview Terrace

202 4th St

14 Beechwood St

197 Brooks Ave

11 Winston Dr

326 E Linden Ave

2826 Running Brook Cir
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rochester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,775 | $1,050 | $2,800 |
| Rochester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,237 | $1,050 | $3,900 |
| Rochester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,339 | $1,300 | $3,500 |
| Rochester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| Rochester 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,650 | $2,650 | $2,650 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Rochester?
There are currently 1408 Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY with pricing that ranges from $650 to $7,506. There are also 193 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rochester ranging from $650 to $3,900.
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 $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,848.
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 $7,506, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $3,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $975.
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Beyond the Finger Lakes: Unveiling Rochester's 7 Best-Value Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Patrick Ryan
There has never been a better time to live in Rochester. Also known as the Young Lion of the West and Flower City, Rochester is an underrated living space within the gorgeous Finger Lakes region.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.