
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Quadrant Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $700 (79 Rentals)
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51 Rutgers St

227 Sanford St

385 Meigs St

247 Meigs St

279-A S Goodman St

583 Averill Ave

381 Meigs St

175 Pearl St

281 S Goodman St
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346 S Goodman St

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38 Comfort St, Unit UP

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200 Benton St, Unit C

Edge of the Wedge

South & Hickory Place

936 Monroe Ave

Elmwood Manor Apartments and Townhouses

283 Pearl St

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43 Brighton St, Unit 43B

Highland Manor Apartments
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Clintwood Apartments

The Button Lofts

52 Rowley St

South Wedge Commons

125 Highland Pkwy

20 Whitmore St, Unit Side Unit

102 Gregory St

832-834-834 S Plymouth Ave

919 Goodman St S

Imperial South
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671-673-673 S Goodman St

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4 Carroll Pl, Unit 4b

30 Hickory St

66 Henrietta St

912 S Clinton Ave

3 Karges Pl

Elmwood Terrace Apartments and Townhomes

95-97-97 Caroline St

63 Brighton St

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253 Benton St
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204 Caroline St, Unit Upper

39 Edmonds St, Unit Apt A

1600 Elmwood

Erie Harbor

777 South Ave

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82 May St, Unit 1

294 S Fitzhugh St

Corn Hill Townhouses & Apartments

59 Edmonds St

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122 Caroline St, Unit 122 Caroline
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Southeast Quadrant, Rochester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Quadrant?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Quadrant Studio Apartments | $1,378 | $750 | $1,955 |
| Southeast Quadrant 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $925 | $3,200 |
| Southeast Quadrant 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,934 | $1,285 | $4,596 |
| Southeast Quadrant 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,124 | $1,600 | $3,388 |
| Southeast Quadrant 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,920 | $850 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 79 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southeast Quadrant Neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Quadrant Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Quadrant area of Rochester, NY is a Studio unit found at Clintwood Apartments priced from $1,250. South Wedge Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,285. Here are the most affordable Southeast Quadrant apartments for rent in Rochester, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clintwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| South Wedge Commons | CLASSIC | 2BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Highland Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Elmwood Terrace Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom - 787 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,480 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Quadrant, NY
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Quadrant area is the $0.37 price per square foot 52 Cypress St Model at Walk to U of R & Strong Hospital | Renovated in the in the Southeast Quadrant neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Southeast Quadrant 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 Southeast Quadrant apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Walk to U of R & Strong Hospital | Renovated | 52 Cypress St | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.37 |
| 9 Cypress Street, Unit 9 Cypress Street | 9 Cypress Street | 3BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 513 Oxford St, Unit seond level | 513 Oxford St | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 39 Edmonds St, Unit Apt A | 39 Edmonds St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 204 Caroline St, Unit Upper | 204 Caroline St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Button Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 38 Comfort St, Unit UP | 38 Comfort St | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 200 Benton St, Unit C | 200 Benton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 4 Carroll Pl, Unit 4b | 4 Carroll Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Highland Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSoutheast Quadrant, Rochester, NY
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Southeast Quadrant, Rochester, NY
Anna Murray-Douglass Academy
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Quadrant Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Quadrant?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast Quadrant is Clintwood Apartments which is listed at $1,410, while the average apartment in Southeast Quadrant costs $1,660.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast Quadrant?
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 6 regular apartments in Southeast Quadrant that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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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.

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.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
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