
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sector 8 Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $500 (17 Rentals)
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1157-1159 E Main St

625 Shelford Rd, Unit 1

307 Cedarwood Ter, Unit 307, Unit 307

65 Arbutus St
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142-144-144 Bowman St

Winton Gardens Towers

Ferncliff Gardens

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14 Beechwood St
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950 Bay St

Oliver Court

30 Quincy St

8 Rocket St

20 Cummings St
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16 Cummings St

195 Parsells Ave
Sector 8, Rochester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sector 8?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector 8 Studio Apartments | $904 | $758 | $1,050 |
| Sector 8 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,940 | $833 | $2,700 |
| Sector 8 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,507 | $1,030 | $2,810 |
| Sector 8 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $1,127 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Sector 8 Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 933 the U Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 661-737 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| 1255 Lofts | 2-bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sector 8, NY
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sector 8 area is the $1.82 price per square foot 2-bedroom Model at 1255 Lofts in the in the Sector 8 neighborhood starting from $2,810. The second greatest value Sector 8 apartment is the 80 Coventry Ave Model at 80 Coventry Ave, Unit 80 Coventry Ave starting at $1,730 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Sector 8 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sector 8 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1255 Lofts | 2-bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| 80 Coventry Ave, Unit 80 Coventry Ave | 80 Coventry Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 78 Coventry Ave, Unit 78 | 78 Coventry Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 307 Cedarwood Ter, Unit 307 | 307 Cedarwood Ter | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 933 the U Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 661-737 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSector 8, Rochester, NY
Ranked #48
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Sector 8, Rochester, NY
School 52 Frank Fowler Dow
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sector 8 Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sector 8 Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sector 8 Apartment is $2,095 at 933 the U Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sector 8 Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sector 8 is starting from $2,810 at 1255 Lofts.
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