Crescent Gardens
49 Arborwood Crescent,
Rochester, NY 14615
1-2 Beds | $1,275 - $1,650
Rental Market Trends in Rochester, NY
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Rochester, NY is $1,358/month.
Rent in Rochester is 18% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,358/month
Average Rent
723 Sq Ft
Average Size
+3.7%
Change / Year
2,191
Available Apartments
Rochester rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Rochester average $1,017 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Rochester average $1,358 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Rochester average $1,623 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Rochester average $2,140 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Rochester, NY?
In the past year, rent has increased by 3.7%, which averages out to $51 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Rochester, NY
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
2%
Below $700/month
20%
$700 - $1,000/month
44%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
22%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
12%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Rochester?
Based on current rent prices, Maplewood, Browncroft and Charlotte are the most affordable neighborhoods in Rochester.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Rochester?
Based on current rent prices, Highland, Swillburg and Outer Brighton/Fairport are the most expensive neighborhoods in Rochester.
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Which Rochester neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Rochester with the most apartments available are Downtown Rochester, Outer Brighton/Fairport and Park Avenue .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Rochester, NY?
Because the average rent in Rochester is $1,358, you’ll want to make about $4,526 per month or $54,312 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Rochester, NY is 1.6% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Rochester is 2.1% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,017 - $2,140. You can expect to pay 2.2% less for groceries, 10.8% less for utilities, and 9.5% more for transportation.
How does Rochester, NY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Rochester, NY to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Rochester Area GuideStudio
$741/month
$959/month
One Bedroom
$1,038/month
$1,120/month
Two Bedroom
$1,382/month
$1,388/month
Three Bedroom
$937/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Irondequoit
Avg Rent: $1,054/month
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Brighton
Avg Rent: $1,325/month
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Gates
Avg Rent: $1,131/month
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Greece
Avg Rent: $1,283/month
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Penfield
Avg Rent: $1,333/month
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Pittsford
Avg Rent: $2,091/month
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Webster
Avg Rent: $1,593/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Rochester?
The average rent in Rochester is $1,358 per month, which is 18.4% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Rochester?
The average rent for a house in Rochester, NY is $2,310 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Rochester?
The average rent for a townhome in Rochester, NY is $1,622 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Rochester?
Rents in Rochester, NY are increasing, with prices up 3.7% year-over-year and $51 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Rochester?
In Rochester, NY, 44% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.