
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Falls Neighborhood of Rochester, NY from $500 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Upper Falls area of Rochester.


The Lofts at Searle

62 Ontario St

102 Clifford Ave

150 University Ave
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579-587 North St

30 Watkin Terrace

131 Rauber St

24 Watkin Terrace

79-81 Watkin Terrace

938 Clifford Ave
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8-12 Conkey Ave

41 Wilson Rd

Los Flamboyanes

St. Simon's Terrace

Upper Falls Square

The Mills at High Falls
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Upper Falls, Rochester, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Falls?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Falls Studio Apartments | $1,095 | $995 | $1,195 |
| Upper Falls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,227 | $850 | $1,695 |
| Upper Falls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $975 | $2,595 |
| Upper Falls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Upper Falls 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,300 | $2,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Upper Falls Neighborhood of Rochester, NY.
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Cheapest Available Upper Falls Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Street Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Lofts at Searle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Falls, NY
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Falls area is the $2.00 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Franklin Street Apartments in the in the Sector 10 neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Upper Falls apartment is the Studio Model at The Lofts at Searle starting at $995 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Sector 10 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Falls apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Street Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Lofts at Searle | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Falls Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Upper Falls?
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 1 regular apartments in Upper Falls that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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