
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Homestead Heights Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $400 (78 Rentals)
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450 Meigs St

626 University Ave

376 Alexander St

Normandie Apartments

The Triangle - Student Housing

268 Hamilton St

196 4th St

Highland Bay Apartments
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260 East Broad

Franklin Street Apartments

32-34-34 Diringer Pl

37 Forester St

The Lofts at Michaels-Stern

Woodridge Apartments

The Grand Alexander

21-23-23 Randolph St
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The Columbus Building

111 On East

The Smith Gormly

301 Weaver St

Parkway Manor Apartment Homes

300 Meigs St

189 Meigs St

The Residences at Alex Park

28 Rowley St
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The Ambassador

307 Cedarwood Ter, Unit 307

33-35-35 Ripley St

Brambury Ridge Apartments

420 Oxford St

214-216-216 Andrews St

238-240-240 Chamberlain St

Hidden Creek
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175 Avenue E

70 Rutgers St, Unit Apartment#3

442 Meigs St
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Homestead Heights, Rochester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Homestead Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homestead Heights Studio Apartments | $1,115 | $706 | $1,699 |
| Homestead Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,771 | $775 | $8,611 |
| Homestead Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,949 | $850 | $4,950 |
| Homestead Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,067 | $1,049 | $4,567 |
| Homestead Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 78 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Homestead Heights Neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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Cheapest Available Homestead Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Homestead Heights area of Rochester, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Triangle - Student Housing priced from $830. 950 Bay St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Homestead Heights apartments for rent in Rochester, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Triangle - Student Housing | H | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| 950 Bay St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 260 East Broad | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Oliver Court | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Berkeley Court | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Franklin Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Lofts at Michaels-Stern | Studio | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| 171-179 Berkeley St | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Columbus Building | S 7 | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| 111 On East | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Homestead Heights, NY
As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Homestead Heights area is the $0.94 price per square foot 50 Darwin St Model at 50 Darwin St, Unit 50 Up in the in the Highland District neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Homestead Heights apartment is the 1322 E Main St Model at 1322 E Main St starting at $1,550 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Sector 8 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Homestead Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Darwin St, Unit 50 Up | 50 Darwin St | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| 1322 E Main St | 1322 E Main St | 3BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Kirstein Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 307 Cedarwood Ter, Unit 307 | 307 Cedarwood Ter | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Hidden Creek | The Newport | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| The Lofts at Michaels-Stern | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.94 |
| 42 1/2 Alexander St, Unit 1 | 42 1/2 Alexander St | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 21 Beacon St, Unit lower | 21 Beacon St | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 64 Tryon Park, Unit Up | 64 Tryon Park | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Berkeley Court | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.49 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHomestead Heights, Rochester, NY
Ranked #21
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Homestead Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Homestead Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Homestead Heights is at Normandie Apartments listed at $829.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Homestead Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Homestead Heights Apartment is $830 at The Triangle - Student Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Homestead Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Homestead Heights is starting from $1,200 at Franklin Street Apartments.
What is the most affordable Homestead Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Homestead Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fully Renovated Park and Beverly Apartments! and starts from $2,200.
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