Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Manhattan Square Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $408 (156 Rentals)

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38 Comfort St, Unit UP
$1,000

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Base Rent$1,000
Total Monthly Price$1,000
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

38 Comfort St, Unit UP

38 Comfort StRochester, NY 14620
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The Hive @ 151
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$1,200 - $1,645

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Base Rent$1,200 - $1,645
Total Monthly Price$1,200 - $1,645
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The Hive @ 151

151 Saint Paul StRochester, NY 14604
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Manhattan Square, Rochester, NY Local Guide

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 $829. 957 Monroe Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Manhattan Square apartments for rent in Rochester, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Normandie Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$829
957 Monroe AveStudio Heat IncludedStudio,1BA$850
The Columbus BuildingStudio 7th FloorStudio,1BA$999
Hive@155 and Hive AndrewsHive 155 StudioStudio,1BA$1,000
145 S. FitzhughStudioStudio,1BA$1,045
Barrington ApartmentsBarrington Apts - 1 BD 1 BTH, Classic1BR,1BA$1,160
The Lofts at SearleStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
The Hive @ 151StudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Riverview Industrie Lofts Utilities IncludedOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan Square, NY

As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manhattan Square area is the $1.06 price per square foot 185 Rutgers St Model at 185 Rutgers St, Unit Apt 3 in the in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Manhattan Square apartment is the 9 Cypress Street Model at 9 Cypress Street, Unit 9 Cypress Street starting at $1,800 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Manhattan Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
185 Rutgers St, Unit Apt 3185 Rutgers St2BR,1BA$1.06
9 Cypress Street, Unit 9 Cypress Street9 Cypress Street3BR,1BA$1.20
Tower280Two Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.26
53 Hubbell Park, Unit 53 Hubbell Park53 Hubbell Park2BR,1BA$1.46
318 Scio St, Unit Down318 Scio St2BR,1BA$1.25
Renovated 4 Bedroom Entire House for RentHalf of the House Suite2BR,1.5BA$1.48
Warner Lofts1 Bed 1.5 Bath JR1BR,1.5BA$1.43
The Lofts at Michaels-SternStudioStudio ,1BA$1.30
Hive@155 and Hive AndrewsHive 155 StudioStudio ,1BA$1.06
38 Comfort St, Unit UP38 Comfort St1BR,1BA$1.11

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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.

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 $1,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Manhattan Square?

The cheapest apartment in Manhattan Square is 145 S. Fitzhugh which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Manhattan Square costs $1,650.

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 16 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 $627 which is $1,023 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Manhattan Square.

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Rochester College Rentals: Finding the Best Value Neighborhoods for Students

Written by: Patrick Ryan

Rochester has emerged as one of the most promising cities in America. Home to a wide variety of tech companies, the “Young Lion of the West” also has affordable housing.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.