
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Olmsted County, MN from $600 (142 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Olmsted County.


105 Main St S

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1143 1st St NW, Unit 105

Eastwood Manors

725 7th Ave SE

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Chester Estates

125 2nd Ave NE

DM Communities - Rochester

Meadow Park Apartments
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Lobb Field Apartments

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Heritage Manor Apartments

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1602 45th St NW, Unit APT#4

Zick Apartments

Colonial Apartments

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101 Center E St, Unit 305

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1600 Marion Rd SE, Unit 10

Hillside Apartments

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The Gates of Rochester
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2216 18 1/2 Ave NW, Unit 1

229 19th Ave SW

2nd St Flats

Green Arbor Commons

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1237 4th Ave SW, Unit 1

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1309 3rd Ave SW, Unit 4

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Olympik Village Apartments

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The Ida

Forte Living of Rochester: 55+ Community!

110 4th St NE
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Winchester Apartments & Townhomes

Rochester Heights

1348 5th Ave SE

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Civic Square Apartments

Cottages of Stewartville

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2825 56th St NW, Unit C

Sunshine Highland Block

EastGate Apartments

23 8th St NW

Bryk on Broadway
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The Midtown Apartments

Essex Place

Homestead Village Townhomes

Bella Grove

Technology Park

5th on 5th Apartments

Eastwood Ridge

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Kodiak Apartments

Northern Valley Apartments

Berkshire Village
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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 | $1,410 | $650 | $2,050 |
| Olmsted County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $775 | $2,705 |
| Olmsted County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $895 | $3,700 |
| Olmsted County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,079 | $995 | $5,353 |
| Olmsted County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,595 | $2,000 | $4,125 |
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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. The Beacon in the Meadow Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. 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 |
| The Beacon | Mid-Range | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Chester Estates | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| DM Communities - Rochester | Uptown Court Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Classic One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Heritage Manor Apartments | Daisy | Studio,1BA | $885 |
| Colonial Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Zick Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Gates of Rochester | Carlyle | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olmsted County, MN
As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Olmsted County area is the $1.00 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at 1420 3rd Ave SW in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Olmsted County apartment is the 3 BD/2.5 BA Townhome Model at The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes starting at $1,950 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Kutzky Park 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. |
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| 1420 3rd Ave SW | 4 Beds, 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes | 3 BD/2.5 BA Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic | 2BR | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| Stone Haven Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Loft | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
| Olympik Village Apartments | Apollo | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Green Arbor Commons | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Winchester Apartments & Townhomes | Wilson | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Colonial Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.96 |
| 1309 3rd Ave SW, Unit 4 | 1309 3rd Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| DM Communities - Rochester | 2nd Street Villas Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Olmsted County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Olmsted County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Olmsted County is under $929.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Olmsted County?
The cheapest apartment in Olmsted County is 105 Main St S which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Olmsted County costs $4,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Olmsted County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 34 regular apartments in Olmsted County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Olmsted County?
Cheap apartments in Olmsted County have an average cost of $194 which is $4,356 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Olmsted County.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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