
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lyell Otis Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $800 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lyell Otis area of Rochester.


209 Spencer St

710 Jay St

391-393-393 Flower City Park

39 Parkway

424 Ames St
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52 Lorimer St

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367 West Ave

27 Carthage Dr

490 Glenwood Ave

Barbara Manor

Rochester Commons at Cambridge Court
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Crescent Gardens

372 Glenwood Ave, Unit 3

2269 Lyell Ave

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169 Glide St, Unit Apt 2

115 Sterling St

25-27-27 Karnes St, Unit 25 Karnes St
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640 Magee Ave

12 Madison St

629 Jay St

1165-1167-1167 Maple St

490 Ames St, Unit Upstairs

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87 McNaughton St, Unit 87
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10 Locust St
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 | $1,306 | $800 | $1,740 |
| Lyell Otis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $800 | $2,035 |
| Lyell Otis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $1,000 | $2,360 |
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There are currently 27 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 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Gateway Landing on the Canal Apartment Homes | One Bedroom 1.5 Bath- 958 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lyell Otis, NY
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lyell Otis area is the $1.63 price per square foot 14 Karnes St Model at 14 Karnes St in the in the Dutchtown neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Lyell Otis apartment is the 127 Selye Terrace Model at 127 Selye Terrace, Unit 1 Down stairs starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Karnes St | 14 Karnes St | 3BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 127 Selye Terrace, Unit 1 Down stairs | 127 Selye Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 257 Hague St, Unit 1 | 257 Hague St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
| Gateway Landing on the Canal Apartment Homes | One Bedroom 1.5 Bath- 958 sqft | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.76 |
| Crescent Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Rochester Commons at Cambridge Court | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 367 West Ave | 367 West Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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 $1,225 at Barbara Manor.
What is the most affordable Lyell Otis Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lyell Otis Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Gateway Landing on the Canal Apartment Homes and starts from $2,080.
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