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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Convenient location
  • Easy access

Location

480 E Main St # 488, Rochester, NY 14604, USA|Central Business District
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Property Overview

480-488 East Main Street presents a compelling option for renters, featuring a strong Zumper expert rating of 7.9 and an impressive array of amenities, which earns it a 9 out of 10. Its competitive pricing and excellent location, both rated 8 and 9 respectively, ensure a valuable living experience with unparalleled convenience to schools and transportation. Additionally, with a trustworthiness rating of 7, prospective renters can expect transparency and a clear understanding of what the property offers.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.9
Very Good
480-488 East Main Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1/11 bed1 bath625 sqft

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Amenities for 480-488 East Main Street

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorWindow Coverings

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog policy

Allowed 
Breed restrictionsYes

Cat policy

Allowed 
Breed restrictionsYes

Breed restrictions include:

One cat or dog under 20lbs. Additional $75 monthly rent and $100 non-refundable pet deposit.

Contact for more information on pet policy.

Required one-time fees

Admin Fee$25
Application Fee$0
Building details

Property details

Units4
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About 480-488 East Main Street

HomeApartments in RochesterCentral Business District 480-488 East Main Street

Located just steps from the Eastman School of Music, this historic building is situated in the heart of downtown Rochester’s cultural district. With easy access to dining, entertainment, and public transportation, the property offers a convenient location for enjoying all that the city has to offer.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.9
/10
Very Good
480-488 East Main Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 480-488 East Main Street
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 480-488 East Main Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Central Business District. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
480-488 East Main Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 480-488 East Main Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
480-488 East Main Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 480-488 East Main Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
480-488 East Main Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

480-488 East Main Street is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 237 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 159 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • Area has 42 parks and recreation options

Pet owners

  • 7 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 42 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 480-488 East Main Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away

Considerations

No elevator
Accessibility options are limited
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available
Oven not listed
In-unit oven not included in listing

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Rent trends in Central Business District

Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
Central Business District
Rochester
A table of studio rental data trends in Rochester
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$904
October 2023$904
November 2023$900
December 2023$894
January 2024$851
February 2024$874
March 2024$909
April 2024$912
May 2024$925
June 2024$914
July 2024$925
August 2024$920
September 2024$918
October 2024$926
November 2024$924
December 2024$923
January 2025$938
February 2025$931
March 2025$929
April 2025$912
May 2025$919
June 2025$897
July 2025$889
August 2025$890
A table of studio rental data trends in Central Business District
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,270
May 2024$1,525
June 2024$1,525
August 2024$1,525
March 2025$1,328
April 2025$1,349
May 2025$1,357
June 2025$1,377
July 2025$1,376
August 2025$1,374

Schools near 480-488 East Main Street

School 58-World of Inquiry School

200 university ave

rochester, NY, 14605

PK, K-12Public
C+

School 53 Montessori Academy

625 scio st

rochester, NY, 14605

PK, K-6Public
C

School 23-Francis Parker

170 barrington st

rochester, NY, 14607

PK, K-6Public
C+

Joseph C. Wilson Foundation Academy

200 genesee st

rochester, NY, 14611

K-8Public
C-

School 54-Flower City Community School

36 otis st

rochester, NY, 14606

PK, K-6Public
C-
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Getting around Rochester near 480 E Main St # 488

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 480 E Main St # 488, Rochester

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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