
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Manhattan Square Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $400 (53 Rentals)
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The Triangle

Normandie Apartments

49 Troup St

9 Lafayette Pl

368 Alexander St

Franklin Street Apartments

The Lofts at Michaels-Stern

106 Griffith St

The Grand Alexander
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111 On East

The Lofts at Searle

300 Meigs St

The Columbus Building

Hive@155 and Hive Andrews

The Smith Gormly

28 Rowley St

40 Hubbell Park

The Ambassador

420 Oxford St
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21 Beacon St, Unit lower

The Edmond

Riverview Industrie Lofts Utilities Included

Shelbourne Apartments

175 Avenue E

304 Hamilton St, Unit 304

Chapel Hill Apartments

Midtown Manor Apartments

Andrews Terrace

St. Simon's Terrace
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Gibbs Place

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East End Apartments

Monroe Ave Apartments

119 Ashland St

Stanton

DaVinci Court Apartments

Haddon Hall Apartments

262 S Goodman St

Townhomes at Monroe and Crossman
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The Mills at High Falls

Alexander Properties of Rochester

Sanford Street Associates, LP

Park Square Apartments

46-48 Harlem

The Whittier

South & Hickory Place

Strathallan Apartments

Center City Place

145 S. Fitzhugh
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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 | $1,190 | $785 | $1,699 |
| Manhattan Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,738 | $830 | $6,022 |
| Manhattan Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,230 | $1,000 | $9,373 |
| Manhattan Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,789 | $1,195 | $5,500 |
| Manhattan Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,000 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 53 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 1 Bed unit found at The Triangle priced from $830. Normandie Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $849. Here are the most affordable Manhattan Square apartments for rent in Rochester, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Triangle | H | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Normandie Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| 111 On East | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| The Lofts at Searle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| The Columbus Building | S 7 | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| 145 S. Fitzhugh | Studio | Studio, | $1,045 |
| Riverview Industrie Lofts Utilities Included | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Shelbourne Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan Square, NY
As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manhattan Square area is the $0.85 price per square foot 7 Roosevelt St Model at 7 Roosevelt St in the in the Ellwanger Barry neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Manhattan Square apartment is the 6 Rowley St Model at 6 Rowley St starting at $2,095 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the East End 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Roosevelt St | 7 Roosevelt St | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 6 Rowley St | 6 Rowley St | 3BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| North Plymouth Terrace | 2A | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 182 Edgerton St | 182 Edgerton St | 3BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Water Street Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Kirstein Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Warner Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic JR | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 17 Whitmore St, Unit Lower | 17 Whitmore St | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| The Button Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 304 Hamilton St, Unit 304 | 304 Hamilton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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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.
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 $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Manhattan Square?
The cheapest apartment in Manhattan Square is The Triangle which is listed at $830, while the average apartment in Manhattan Square costs $3,800.
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 9 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 $224 which is $3,576 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Manhattan Square.
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