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Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY under $500

Apartments for Rent in Rochester, NY under $500. 2 Rentals Available
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    127 First Street, Rochester, NY 14605
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    Scattered Sites, Rochester, NY 14607
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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When were prices and availability in Rochester, NY last updated?

Prices and availability in Rochester, NY were last updated on 30 Jun 2026.

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In Rochester 62% of the housing is rented out compared to 38% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 16% of Rochester's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 62% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 22% are single-family rentals.

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