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Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY under $1000

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Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY under $1000. 32 Rentals Available
  • two trash cans on the sidewalk in front of a house
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    197 Emerson Street, Rochester, NY 14613
    1 BED $475
  • a house with a car parked in front of it
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    72 Karnes Street, Rochester, NY 14606
    3 BEDS $800
  • a small building on the side of a street
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    320 Buffalo RD, Rochester, NY 14611
    STUDIO $450
  • 421-423 Murray St 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    421-423 Murray St, Rochester, NY 14609
    2 BEDS $850
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    1 Bobrich Drive, Rochester, NY 14610
    STUDIO $889+
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  • a white house on the corner of a street
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    89 Maria Street, Rochester, NY 14621
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  • a row of houses with trees and plants in front of them
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    Scattered Sites, Rochester, NY 14607
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  • a white house on the side of a street
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    89 Maria St., Rochester, NY 14621
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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator
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    89 Maria Street, Rochester, NY 14621
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  • a kitchen with black appliances and wooden cabinets
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    175 Alexander Street, Rochester, NY 14607
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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    919 South Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY 14620
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  • a living room with a table and a couch
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    251 Joseph Ave, Rochester, NY 14605
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  • a house with a front porch and a garage
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    89 Maria Street, Rochester, NY 14621
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  • a kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator
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    127 First Street, Rochester, NY 14605
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  • a white house with trees in front of it
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    89 Maria Street, Rochester, NY 14621
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  • a view of a kitchen from the bottom of the stairs
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    837 Genesee Street, Rochester, NY 14611
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  • a park with a playground and houses in the background
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    70 Cunningham Street, Rochester, NY 14608
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  • a tree with red leaves in front of a house
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    70 Cunningham Street, Rochester, NY 14608
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  • a rendering of a living room with couches and tables
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    303 Eastman Avenue, Rochester, NY 14615
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  • an empty kitchen with a stove and a sink
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    89 Maria Street, Rochester, NY 14621
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  • a white house with a porch and a tree
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    127 First Street, Rochester, NY 14605
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  • a large dining room with tables and chairs and windows
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    390 South Ave, Rochester, NY 14620
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  • a house with a blue roof and a white porch
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    70 Cunningham Street, Rochester, NY 14608
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  • a dining room with tables and chairs and windows
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    251 Joseph Ave, Rochester, NY 14605
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  • a white house with a garage and a driveway
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    127 First Street Suite 220, Rochester, NY 14605
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Getting around in Rochester, NY

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Very Walkable
55 /100
Good Transit
56 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 76, Transit Score®: 55, Bike Score®: 56

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Rochester, NY last updated?

Prices and availability in Rochester, NY were last updated on 12 Apr 2026.

What are the best apartments in Rochester, NY?

The best apartments in Rochester, NY are: Lake Vista Apartment Homes, Cascade District Residential, Bridge Square Lofts, 933 the U Apartment Homes and 194-196 Avenue E.

What type of rental buildings are in Rochester, NY?

In Rochester, 63% of the residents are renting compared to 37% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 15% of Rochester's rentals, 63% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 21% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Rochester, NY under $1,000

Searching for apartments for rent in Rochester, NY under $1,000 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Rochester, NY, where the average rent is $700 per month, there are 32 units available for less than $1,000. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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