1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elgin, MN (32 Rentals)

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The Riverview
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Riverview

211 1st St NERochester, MN 55906
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Lofts at Mayo Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts at Mayo Park

123 6th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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5520 Ballington Rd NW
1 Bedroom Apartments

5520 Ballington Rd NW

5520 Ballington Rd NWRochester, MN 55901
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Elgin, MN Local Guide

Largest Available Elgin and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elgin, MN is found at Riverwalk Rochester in the Meadow Park neighborhood and is 1,232 square feet priced from $2,895. The Lodge at Overland in the Northwest Rochester neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 895 square feet and currently listed start at $1,700. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Elgin:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Riverwalk RochesterW1,232 Sq Ft$2,895
The Lodge at OverlandBoulder895 Sq Ft$1,700
River Glen1 Bedroom796 Sq Ft$1,350
Flats on 4th1bd8758 Sq Ft$1,750
Essex PlaceOne Bedroom - Finch750 Sq Ft$1,180
The RosewaterElmstead731 Sq Ft$1,505
Eastwood RidgeSparrow710 Sq Ft$1,470
Winchester Apartments & TownhomesOHara700 Sq Ft$985
Bryk on Broadway1 Bed/1 Bath - Type 6 - 80%690 Sq Ft$1,535
EastGate ApartmentsA1-70685 Sq Ft$1,175

Cheapest Available Elgin and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 29, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elgin, MN is the OHara Model starting from $985 at Winchester Apartments & Townhomes in the Northwest Rochester neighborhood. The second most affordable Elgin 1 Bedroom is the One Bed One Bath Model at The Midtown Apartments starting at $995 in the Historic Southwest neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elgin is currently $1,588. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Elgin:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Winchester Apartments & TownhomesOHara$985
The Midtown ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath$995
Rochester Heights1 Bedroom B$1,049
EastGate ApartmentsA1-60$1,175
Essex PlaceOne Bedroom - Finch$1,180
The Manor at Med City1 Bedroom - Deluxe$1,225
The RosewaterYarrow$1,288
River Glen1 Bedroom$1,350
Eastwood RidgeSparrow$1,470
Riverwalk RochesterA-3$1,495

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Walk Score®

16 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

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40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Elgin with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Elgin is at Winchester Apartments & Townhomes listed at $985.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elgin is $1,588.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elgin Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elgin is a 1,232 square feet unit starting from $2,895 at Riverwalk Rochester.

What is the average size for Elgin 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elgin is currently 1,045 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.