Rochester, NY · ~13,225 students
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500
Roommate profiles
0
Shared rent from
$1,900/mo
Typical 2BR near campus — per person if you split evenly:
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Students looking for roommates
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Drive commute
~24 min
~9 min bike · ~16 min transit
Rent vs campus
Below avg
$1,250/mo base
Student fit
76
Balanced student fit
Safety
77
Walkability
64
Per person
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4 bed · 4 bath · 1.7 mi from campus · 1,309 sq ft · Apartment
$820/mo
~$205/person split 4 ways
Student activity
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Drive commute
~38 min
~14 min bike · ~12 min transit
Rent vs campus
Below avg
$820/mo base
Student fit
68
Quiet study
Safety
69
Walkability
43
Per person
~$205/mo
If split evenly
1 bed · 1 bath · 1.7 mi from campus · 688 sq ft · Apartment
$1,575/mo
Student activity
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Drive commute
~35 min
~14 min bike · ~19 min transit
Rent vs campus
Below avg
$1,575/mo base
Student fit
63
Social & nightlife
Safety
74
Walkability
47
Per person
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1 bed · 1 bath · 1.9 mi from campus · 730 sq ft · Apartment
$1,406/mo
Student activity
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Drive commute
~38 min
~15 min bike · ~12 min transit
Rent vs campus
Below avg
$1,406/mo base
Student fit
66
Quiet study
Safety
69
Walkability
34
Per person
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1 bed · 1 bath · 2.6 mi from campus · 800 sq ft · Single Family
$1,500/mo
Student activity
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Drive commute
~51 min
~21 min bike · ~19 min transit
Rent vs campus
Below avg
$1,500/mo base
Student fit
54
Balanced student fit
Safety
64
Walkability
20
Per person
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2 bed · 2 bath · 2.6 mi from campus · 992 sq ft · Apartment
$1,963/mo
~$982/person split 2 ways
Student activity
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Drive commute
~47 min
~21 min bike · ~17 min transit
Rent vs campus
Below avg
$1,963/mo base
Student fit
57
Quiet study
Safety
64
Walkability
20
Per person
~$982/mo
If split evenly
3 bed · 1 bath · 2.8 mi from campus · 1,368 sq ft · Single Family
$2,100/mo
~$700/person split 3 ways
Student activity
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Drive commute
~56 min
~22 min bike · ~26 min transit
Rent vs campus
Below avg
$2,100/mo base
Student fit
59
Quiet study
Safety
65
Walkability
20
Per person
~$700/mo
If split evenly
2 bed · 2 bath · 2.8 mi from campus · 1,100 sq ft · Single Family
$1,800/mo
~$900/person split 2 ways
Student activity
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Drive commute
~54 min
~22 min bike · ~28 min transit
Rent vs campus
Below avg
$1,800/mo base
Student fit
60
Quiet study
Safety
63
Walkability
20
Per person
~$900/mo
If split evenly
Listing data provided by RentCast. Distances are straight-line miles from campus coordinates (43.0827, -77.6729). Not affiliated with Rochester Institute of Technology.
Studio avg
$2,200/mo
1BR avg
$2,700/mo
2BR avg
$3,750/mo
Per person (shared)
$1,900/mo
Most Rochester Institute of Technology students optimize for a 20–35 minute commute. Walk/bike works in core neighborhoods; farther pockets usually need campus transit or a bike + occasional rideshare.
Transit convenience near Rochester, NY scores about 82/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.
Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this hub are ranked for student-friendly walkability and residential stability.
Typical all-in monthly costs near Rochester Institute of Technology land around ~$3,460/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.
Shared leases are common for sophomores and juniors. Rochester Institute of Technology students often form roommate groups 60–90 days before move-in; use compatibility matching to reduce lease friction.
International students should prioritize transit access, furnished options, and clear utility rules. Many arrivals time housing to orientation week — start early if you need guarantor or proof-of-funds paperwork.
Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Rochester Institute of Technology, starting 90 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.
Current demand near Rochester Institute of Technology is very high. Inventory moves fastest for 2–4 bedroom units under $3,750/mo in walkable neighborhoods.
Rochester Institute of Technology serves about 13,225 students in Rochester, NY. Most students who live off-campus prioritize budget, commute time, or more independence after their first year.
Average rents near Rochester Institute of Technology are about $2,200/mo (studio), $2,700/mo (1BR), and $3,750/mo (2BR). Roommates in 3–4 bedroom units often pay roughly $1550–$2350 each.
This is a higher-cost market — secure roommates early and budget for utilities separately.
$2,750–$4,650/mo
The closest neighborhood to Rochester Institute of Technology's main entrance. Walk to class in minutes — coffee shops and convenience stores line the main strip.
Best for: Freshmen, commuters, anyone who wants zero commute
$2,600–$4,450/mo
A lively area with bars, restaurants, and weekend activity. Ideal if you want a social scene steps from your apartment.
Best for: Social students, upperclassmen, Greek life members
$2,000–$3,450/mo
Quieter residential streets with single-family homes converted into multi-unit rentals. More space, lower prices, a short bike ride to campus.
Best for: Graduate students, studious undergrads, budget-conscious renters
$2,500–$4,250/mo
Downtown location with walkable access to the transit hub, employers, and city amenities — best for students with internships or part-time jobs.
Best for: Commuters, students with off-campus internships, professionals
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