
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Olmsted County, MN from $600 (125 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Olmsted County.


619 2nd St NW

504 E Center St

1620-8 1/2 8 1/2 St SE

818 W Center St

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101 Center E St, Unit 416, Unit 416

420 8th Ave SE

125 2nd Ave NE

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Zick Apartments

Hillside Apartments
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423 4th Ave SE

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2216 18 1/2 Ave NW, Unit 4, Unit 4

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Meadow Park Apartments

Eastwood Manor

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1600 Marion Rd SE, Unit 10, Unit 10

212 7th St NW

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301 6th St NW, Unit Nice 1 bedroom apartment, Unit Nice 1 bedroom apartment

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Heritage Manor Apartments

1746 1st St SW

223 8th Ave SE
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The Beacon

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Furlow Apartments

229 19th Ave SW

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Essex Place

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The Gates of Rochester

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The Ida

BELLA GROVE

Lobb Field Apartments

Berkshire Village

River Glen
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Winchester Apartments & Townhomes

110 4th St NE

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Civic Square Apartments

Cottages of Stewartville

Bryk on Broadway

1340 4th Ave SW

Technology Park

Cascade Apartments

Homestead Village Townhomes

Med City Apartments
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Rochester Heights

EastGate Apartments

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812 1st St NW, Unit 2, Unit 2

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Olympik Village Apartments

2414 30th Ave NW

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864 9th Ave SE

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2520 28th St SE, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1358 10th Ave SE, Unit Unit 3, Unit Unit 3

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Kodiak Apartments

Forte Living of Rochester: 55+ Community!
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Olmsted County, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Olmsted County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olmsted County Studio Apartments | $1,439 | $875 | $1,945 |
| Olmsted County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,634 | $760 | $2,705 |
| Olmsted County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $850 | $4,000 |
| Olmsted County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,332 | $1,020 | $5,388 |
| Olmsted County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,415 | $1,950 | $4,168 |
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Cheapest Available Olmsted County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Olmsted County, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at 105 Main St S priced from $675. Zick Apartments in the Meadow Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Olmsted County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105 Main St S | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Zick Apartments | 1BR Basement | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Hillside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Modern Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
| The Beacon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Furlow Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| BELLA GROVE | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,006 |
| Essex Place | One Bedroom - Finch | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Homestead Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olmsted County, MN
As of May 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olmsted County area is the $1.11 price per square foot 3 BD/ 1.5BA Model at The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Kutzky Park neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Olmsted County apartment is the 3 x 2 Model at River Glen starting at $1,665 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the North Rochester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olmsted County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes | 3 BD/ 1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| River Glen | 3 x 2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Georgetowne Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| The Gates of Rochester | Bristol Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| 1st Avenue Flats | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Jordan Creek and Mills | Zumbro | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 2520 28th St SE, Unit 2 | 2520 28th St SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 2216 18 1/2 Ave NW, Unit 4 | 2216 18 1/2 Ave NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| BELLA GROVE | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Homestead Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Olmsted County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Olmsted County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Olmsted County is at Hillside Apartments listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Olmsted County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Olmsted County Apartment is $675 at 105 Main St S.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Olmsted County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Olmsted County is starting from $900 at 105 Main St S.
What is the most affordable Olmsted County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Olmsted County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadow Park Apartments and starts from $1,020.
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