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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,459 | $650 | $2,050 |
| Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,642 | $775 | $2,705 |
| Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,029 | $945 | $3,700 |
Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,194 | $1,150 | $3,770 |
| Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,616 | $2,102 | $3,995 |
There are currently 186 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Rochester, MN that range in price from $1,150 to $3,770. North Rochester, East Rochester and Meadow Park are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Rochester with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Rochester | 52 | $1,971 | $1,150 |
| East Rochester | 30 | $1,987 | $1,150 |
| Meadow Park | 21 | $2,073 | $1,150 |
| Historic Southwest | 18 | $1,842 | $1,150 |
| Kutzky Park | 17 | $1,950 | $1,150 |
| Mayo Clinic | 16 | $1,972 | $1,150 |
| Northwest Rochester | 14 | $1,562 | $1,399 |
| Uptown Rochester | 10 | $1,936 | $1,400 |
| Downtown Rochester | 7 | $2,395 | $1,150 |
| Forest Knoll Heritage | 1 | $2,434 | $2,275 |
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Rochester, MN is found at The Lodge at Overland in the Northwest Rochester neighborhood and is 2,030 square feet priced from $2,445. The Preserve at West Circle in the North Rochester neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,014 square feet and currently listed start at $3,695. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Rochester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lodge at Overland | Breckenridge | 2,030 Sq Ft | $2,445 |
| The Preserve at West Circle | Leland B + Walkout Basement | 2,014 Sq Ft | $3,695 |
| The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes | 3 BD/2.5 BA Townhome | 1,660 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| The Boulders | Townhome B | 1,611 Sq Ft | $2,594 |
| Eastwood Ridge | Goldfinch | 1,440 Sq Ft | $1,971 |
| Cascade Shores Townhomes + Flats | C2R | 1,440 Sq Ft | $1,972 |
| The Rosewater | Crestwood | 1,421 Sq Ft | $2,113 |
| River Glen | 3 Bedroom | 1,400 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| Falcon Heights Townhomes | 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath | 1,398 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| Essex Place | Three Bedroom - Phoenix | 1,372 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
As of January 02, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Rochester, MN is the Modern Three Bedroom One Bath Model starting from $1,245 at Meadow Park Apartments in the Meadow Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Rochester 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Cottages of Stewartville starting at $1,345 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Rochester is currently $2,194. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Rochester:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Meadow Park Apartments | Modern Three Bedroom One Bath | $1,245 |
| Cottages of Stewartville | 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $1,345 |
| Olympik Village Apartments | Apollo | $1,380 |
| Rochester Heights | 3 Bedroom | $1,399 |
| Dakota Townhomes | Three Bedroom | $1,425 |
| The Manor at Med City | 3 Bedroom - Classic with Kitchen Island/Bar | $1,480 |
| Winchester Apartments & Townhomes | Pemberton | $1,500 |
| Georgetowne Homes | 3 Bedroom | $1,550 |
| Woodridge on Second | C1R | $1,710 |
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Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Rochester is at Meadow Park Apartments listed at $1,245.
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Rochester is $2,194.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Rochester is a 2,030 square feet unit starting from $2,445 at The Lodge at Overland.
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Rochester is currently 1,795 sq ft.
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