
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Manhattan Square Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $400 (58 Rentals)
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The Triangle - Student Housing

626 University Ave

The Lofts at Michaels-Stern

103 Troup St

The Whittier

The Grand Alexander

Franklin Street Apartments

164-166-166 Meigs St
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486-488-488 S Goodman St

79-79.5-795 Alexander St

420 Oxford St

Hive@155 and Hive Andrews

111 On East

Edge of the Wedge

The Columbus Building

7 Lafayette Pl
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The Ambassador

5 Karges Pl

126-128-128 Laburnam Crescent

The Edmond

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Riverview Industrie Lofts

Searle Building

652 University Ave, Unit 652.5

214-216-216 Andrews St
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Manhattan Square, Rochester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Manhattan Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan Square Studio Apartments | $1,194 | $779 | $2,088 |
| Manhattan Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,753 | $830 | $6,547 |
| Manhattan Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,204 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| Manhattan Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,643 | $1,300 | $4,570 |
| Manhattan Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,449 | $2,300 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Manhattan Square Neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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Cheapest Available Manhattan Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Manhattan Square area of Rochester, NY is a Studio unit found at Normandie Apartments priced from $779. The Triangle - Student Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $830. Here are the most affordable Manhattan Square apartments for rent in Rochester, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normandie Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $779 |
| The Triangle - Student Housing | H | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| 49 Troup St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| The Lofts at Michaels-Stern | Studio | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| Shelbourne Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| The Whittier | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $935 |
| The Smith Gormly | 504 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Hive@155 and Hive Andrews | Hive 155 Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| 111 On East | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| 145 S. Fitzhugh | Studio | Studio, | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan Square, NY
As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Manhattan Square area is the $1.24 price per square foot 100% AMI 2 Bed / 1 Bath Loft Den Model at Liberty Lofts in the in the Sector 10 neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Manhattan Square apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Kirstein Lofts starting at $1,505 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Sector 10 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manhattan Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Lofts | 100% AMI 2 Bed / 1 Bath Loft Den | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Kirstein Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Parazin Lofts | 1 bedroom 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Lofts at Michaels-Stern | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Warner Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic JR | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Buckingham Commons | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Tower280 | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Smith Gormly | 504 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 652 University Ave, Unit 652.5 | 652 University Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Searle Building | 1bd 1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleManhattan Square, Rochester, NY
Ranked #16
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Manhattan Square, Rochester, NY
School 9 Dr Martin Luther King Jr
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Rochester. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Manhattan Square Neighborhood in Rochester, NY
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
88 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
67 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Manhattan Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Manhattan Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Manhattan Square is under $1,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Manhattan Square?
The cheapest apartment in Manhattan Square is The Triangle - Student Housing which is listed at $830, while the average apartment in Manhattan Square costs $2,449.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Manhattan Square?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 30 regular apartments in Manhattan Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Manhattan Square?
Cheap apartments in Manhattan Square have an average cost of $272 which is $2,177 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Manhattan Square.
Expert Rental Resources
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