1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Rochester, IL (35 Rentals)

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Lincoln Square Apartments

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Lake Pointe Apartments

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Candles

Meadow View Place

Orchard Park

Lincoln Senior Flats

Rosemoore

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RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW
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Ash Grove

Cobblestone Place

Koke Mill Apartments

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721 South Grand Ave W

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Watch Street

853 S Douglas Ave

1004 S College St

2129 S 12th St
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1925 E Spruce St
Rochester, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rochester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rochester Studio Apartments | $643 | $628 | $679 |
Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $985 | $403 | $3,000 |
Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,297 | $799 | $3,000 |
Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $1,199 | $3,000 |
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Largest Available Rochester and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Rochester, IL is found at 721 South Grand Ave W in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood and is 850 square feet priced from $1,050. The Hickox Collection has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 800 square feet and currently listed start at $757. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Rochester:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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721 South Grand Ave W | One Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
The Hickox Collection | The Governor | 800 Sq Ft | $757 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 750 Sq Ft | $750 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $799 |
Safe Harbor Properties | Downtown | 725 Sq Ft | $930 |
Meadow View Place | 1 Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $825 |
RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 611 Sq Ft | $421 |
Smart Choice Park | 1 Bedroom Unit-Standard | 605 Sq Ft | $875 |
Whispering Pines Apartments | Whispering Pines Apartments - 1 Bed, 1 Bath Sig... | 580 Sq Ft | $700 |
Cheapest Available Rochester and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 16, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Rochester, IL is the One Bedroom One Bathroom Model starting from $421 at RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW . The second most affordable Rochester 1 Bedroom is the The Hickox Model at The Hickox Collection starting at $684 in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Rochester is currently $985. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Rochester:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $421 |
The Hickox Collection | The Hickox | $684 |
Whispering Pines Apartments | Whispering Pines Apartments – 1 Bed, 1 Bath Ess... | $700 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | $750 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $799 |
Meadow View Place | 1 Bedroom | $825 |
Safe Harbor Properties | 1 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. WiFi Included. | $875 |
Smart Choice Park | 1 Bedroom Unit-Standard | $875 |
721 South Grand Ave W | One Bedroom | $1,050 |
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Getting Around Rochester, IL
Walk Score®
13 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Rochester Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Rochester with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Rochester is at RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW listed at $421.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Rochester Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Rochester is $985.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Rochester Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rochester is a 850 square feet unit starting from $1,050 at 721 South Grand Ave W.
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