Cheap Homes for Rent in Manhattan Square Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $900 (5 Rentals)

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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 957 Monroe Ave priced from $850. Franklin Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Manhattan Square apartments for rent in Rochester, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
957 Monroe AveStudio Heat IncludedStudio,1BA$850
Franklin Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Arnold Park ApartmentsMayflower House - Studio, RenovatedStudio,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Manhattan Square, NY

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Manhattan Square area is the $1.48 price per square foot 52 Cypress St Model at Fully Renovated 52 Cypress Street in the in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Manhattan Square apartment is the 16 Upton Park Model at 16 Upton Park, Unit 16.5 Upton Pk -Down starting at $1,875 with a $1.04 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fully Renovated 52 Cypress Street52 Cypress St4BR,2.5BA$1.48
16 Upton Park, Unit 16.5 Upton Pk -Down16 Upton Park3BR,1.5BA$1.04
Warner Lofts2 Bed 2.5 Bath | Classic2BR,2.5BA$1.24
North Plymouth Terrace2A1BR,1BA$0.93
Kirstein LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.18
Water Street CommonsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
249 Central Park, Unit 1. Up Font249 Central Park2BR,1BA$1.43
4 Carroll Pl, Unit 64 Carroll Pl2BR,1BA$1.40
The Lofts at Michaels-SternStudioStudio ,1BA$1.30
Hive@155 and Hive AndrewsHive 155 StudioStudio ,1BA$1.38

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Manhattan Square, Rochester, NY

Ranked #8

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Manhattan Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Manhattan Square?

There are currently 448 Apartments for Rent in Manhattan Square, NY with pricing that ranges from $830 to $10,489. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Manhattan Square ranging from $925 to $3,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Manhattan Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Manhattan Square ranges from $925 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,023.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Beyond the Finger Lakes: Unveiling Rochester's 7 Best-Value Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Patrick Ryan

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.