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432 Frederick Douglass St Unit North Apartment
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2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS$2,500
1082H Mount Hope Ave Unit 47
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118 Berkeley St Unit 118 Berkeley Street
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3 BEDS, 1 BATH$2,000
192 Northland Ave Unit Northland Ave
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68 Pioneer St Unit Up
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2 BEDS, 1 BATH$900
104 Bernard St Unit Dn
104 Bernard St, Rochester, NY 14621
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Living & Renting in Rochester
Rochester at a Glance
Rochester, NY Apartments for Rent
Rochester, NY, situated along the historic Genesee River, combines its industrial heritage as "The Flour City" with a thriving arts and education scene. The city centers around cultural landmarks like the Eastman School of Music, The Strong National Museum of Play, and the George Eastman Museum, home to an extensive collection of photography dating back to the medium's earliest days.
From the independent shops in the South Wedge district to the tree-lined streets of the Park Avenue neighborhood, Rochester's communities each offer their own character. The city features an impressive network of parks designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, creator of New York City's Central Park. Located near both the Finger Lakes region and Lake Ontario, Rochester provides easy access to outdoor recreation while maintaining affordability - current one-bedroom apartments average $1,265 monthly. Major institutions like the University of Rochester and Rochester Institute of Technology anchor the local economy, complemented by the city's established imaging and optics industry.
Why Rochester?
- Part of the Finger Lakes region, Rochester residents enjoy waterfalls, sparkling lakes, and amazing parkland.
- The George Eastman House is a unique museum celebrating photography and film.
- The Genesee Center for the Arts and Education offers art and pottery classes in a historic firehouse.
- Seneca Park Zoo is an amazing zoo designed by Frederick Law Olmsted during the 1890s.
- Family-friendly Rochester is a top-rated location that enjoys a strong, stable economy with several major corporations.
- The University of Rochester and the Rochester Institute of Technology, also top employers, are top-rated institutions.
Renting in Rochester
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 453 Sq Ft $934 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 720 Sq Ft $1,282 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 1,001 Sq Ft $1,525 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,389 Sq Ft $2,057 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,967 Sq Ft $2,885 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Rochester
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Willowbrook 659 Sq Ft $1,122/mo
- Maplewood 668 Sq Ft $1,132/mo
- Stalhams Baker 685 Sq Ft $1,132/mo
- Cobbs Hill 562 Sq Ft $1,264/mo
- Wadsworth Square 759 Sq Ft $1,380/mo
- High Falls 839 Sq Ft $1,447/mo
- Corn Hill 740 Sq Ft $1,553/mo
- South Wedge 727 Sq Ft $1,569/mo
- Monroe and Alexander 747 Sq Ft $1,573/mo
- Manhattan Square 753 Sq Ft $1,586/mo
Discover the cheapest neighborhoods in Rochester
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Rochester $1,642/mo
- Irondequoit $1,662/mo
- Brighton $2,406/mo
- Gates $1,862/mo
- Greece $1,614/mo
- Henrietta $1,773/mo
- Pittsford $1,700/mo
- Penfield $1,816/mo
- Spencerport $1,258/mo
- West Henrietta $1,793/mo
- Webster $1,608/mo
- Fairport $1,891/mo
- Hilton $1,440/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Rochester, NY
What are the average rent costs in Rochester, NY?
The average rent in Rochester, NY is $1,282.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Rochester, NY?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Rochester, NY is $934.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Rochester, NY?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Rochester, NY is $1,282.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Rochester, NY?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Rochester, NY is $1,525.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Rochester, NY?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Rochester, NY is $2,057.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Rochester, NY?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Rochester, NY is $2,885.
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