
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lyell Otis Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $800 (29 Rentals)
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209 Spencer St

391-393-393 Flower City Park

96 Cameron St

52 Lorimer St

27 Locust St

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367 West Ave
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Barbara Manor

490 Glenwood Ave

415 Magee Ave

Rochester Commons at Cambridge Court

Crescent Gardens

2269 Lyell Ave

640 Magee Ave
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83 Warner St

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220 Glenwood Ave, Unit 1

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307 Ridgeway Ave, Unit 307 Ridgeway

25-27-27 Karnes St, Unit 25 Karnes St

25-27-27 Karnes St, Unit 27 Karnes St Rochester NY 14606

12 Madison St

1165-1167-1167 Maple St
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490 Ames St, Unit Upstairs

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87 McNaughton St, Unit 87

1006 Lake Ave

399 West Ave

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5-265 Locust St

626 Jay St
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Lyell Otis, Rochester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lyell Otis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyell Otis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,135 | $800 | $1,625 |
| Lyell Otis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $995 | $2,015 |
| Lyell Otis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,908 | $1,380 | $2,360 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lyell Otis Neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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Cheapest Available Lyell Otis Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lyell Otis area of Rochester, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Crescent Gardens priced from $1,100. Rochester Commons at Cambridge Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Lyell Otis apartments for rent in Rochester, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Rochester Commons at Cambridge Court | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Barbara Manor | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lyell Otis, NY
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lyell Otis area is the $0.67 price per square foot 87 McNaughton St Model at 87 McNaughton St, Unit 87 in the in the Dutchtown neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Lyell Otis apartment is the 127 Selye Terrace Model at 127 Selye Terrace, Unit 1 Down stairs starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Northwest Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lyell Otis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87 McNaughton St, Unit 87 | 87 McNaughton St | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| 127 Selye Terrace, Unit 1 Down stairs | 127 Selye Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 220 Glenwood Ave, Unit 1 | 220 Glenwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Crescent Gardens | Renovated 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.55 |
| 307 Ridgeway Ave, Unit 307 Ridgeway | 307 Ridgeway Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Rochester Commons at Cambridge Court | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 367 West Ave | 367 West Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lyell Otis Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lyell Otis Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lyell Otis Apartment is $1,100 at Crescent Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lyell Otis Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lyell Otis is starting from $1,100 at Barbara Manor.
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