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1532 10th St SERochester, MN 55904
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101 Center E StRochester, MN 55904
15 12th Ave NW, Unit 3
15 12th Ave NW
RochesterMN55901
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718 5th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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1600 Marion Rd SE, Unit 10
1600 Marion Rd SERochester, MN 55904
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Sutton Place
1903 17th St SERochester, MN 55904
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Zick Apartments
603 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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Essex Place
937 41st St NWRochester, MN 55901
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2210 18 1/2 Ave NW
2210 18 1/2 Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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Heritage Manor Apartments
2408 18 1/2 Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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Meadow Park Apartments
412 14th St SERochester, MN 55904
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$995 - $1,075
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Studio Apartments Available NowThe Beacon
431 3rd Ave SERochester, MN 55904
723 E Center St
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2414 30th Ave NW
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The Gates of Rochester
2015 41st St NWRochester, MN 55901
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$1,020 - $1,220
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Furlow Apartments
512 4th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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Berkshire Village
1260 17th Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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$970 - $1,045
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The Colby
1804-1806 Second St SWRochester, MN 55902
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 14River Glen
191 Sandbar Ct NERochester, MN 55906
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Winchester Apartments & Townhomes
3908 19th Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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Olympik Village Apartments
402 31st StRochester, MN 55906
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$1,092 - $3,111
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Civic Square Apartments
101 Civic Center Dr NERochester, MN 55906
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812 1st St NW, Unit 2
812 1st St NWRochester, MN 55901
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$1,099 - $1,559
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1515 41st St NWRochester, MN 55901
1348 5th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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957 NW Pendant LnRochester, MN 55901
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$1,125 - $1,595
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862 Homestead Village LnRochester, MN 55904
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$1,135 - $1,675
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 14Bella Grove
4320 Marigold Pl NWRochester, MN 55901
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3745 NW Technology DrRochester, MN 55901
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1217 Eastgate DrRochester, MN 55904
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George Apartments
625 3rd StRochester, MN 55902
23 8th St NW
RochesterMN55901
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Andrew Apartments
621 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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401 Broadway Ave NRochester, MN 55906
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The Ida
1226-1232 4th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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3117 15th Ave NW, Unit 3117 B
3117 15th Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
2426 30th Ave NW
RochesterMN55901
712 10th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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1901 26th Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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3955 Superior DrRochester, MN 55901
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511 3rd AveRochester, MN 55902
322 6th St SE
RochesterMN55904
2016-8 1/2 8 1/2 St SE
RochesterMN55904
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Silver Lake Crossing
28 7th St NERochester, MN 55906
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$1,230 - $1,640
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5th on 5th Apartments
510 5th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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Rochester, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rochester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,423 | $900 | $1,975 |
| Cheap Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $825 | $2,705 |
| Cheap Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,984 | $950 | $3,600 |
| Cheap Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $1,170 | $4,241 |
| Cheap Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,945 | $1,495 | $4,218 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, MN
Pricing Updated: 07/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, MN area range in price from $825 to $4,348 with an overall median price of $2,902. The three Rochester neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Northwest Rochester at $995, Historic Southwest at $825, and East Rochester at $825. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rochester Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Northwest Rochester | $1,823 | $995 | 149 |
| Historic Southwest | $2,050 | $825 | 187 |
| East Rochester | $2,191 | $825 | 230 |
| Meadow Park | $2,280 | $825 | 187 |
| Mayo Clinic | $2,495 | $825 | 190 |
| Forest Knoll Heritage | $2,594 | $1,410 | 13 |
| Kutzky Park | $3,295 | $825 | 188 |
| Downtown Rochester | $3,775 | $825 | 142 |
| Uptown Rochester | $4,241 | $900 | 35 |
| North Rochester | $4,285 | $825 | 403 |
Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, MN is a Studio unit found at Hillside Apartments in the Meadow Park neighborhood priced from $900. Zick Apartments in the Meadow Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $945. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Zick Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| Essex Place | One Bedroom - Finch | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Heritage Manor Apartments | Daisy | Studio,1BA | $960 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Modern Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Beacon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| The Gates of Rochester | Carlyle | 1BR,1BA | $1,006 |
| Furlow Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| Olympik Village Apartments | Zeus | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, MN
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $1.14 price per square foot 864 9th Ave SE Model at 864 9th Ave SE in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the 1131 7th Ave SW Model at 1131 7th Ave SW starting at $1,295 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Meadow Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 864 9th Ave SE | 864 9th Ave SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 1131 7th Ave SW | 1131 7th Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Avalon Cove Townhomes | B1R Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
| Georgetowne Homes | 2 Bedroom Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes | 2 BD/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Dakota Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 2210 18 1/2 Ave NW | 2210 18 1/2 Ave NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 812 1st St NW, Unit 2 | 812 1st St NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Homestead Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Gates of Rochester | Carlyle | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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The third largest city in all of Minnesota, apartments in Rochester have been rising in popularity for the better part of the last few decades. Located on the shores of the beautiful Silver Lake, this hub of industry and natural scenery is a fantastic place to hang your hat.
Why live in Rochester, MN?
Boasting a charmed quality of life and easy access to a growing and steady job market, apartments in Rochester are sure to fit the bill for many Minnesota residents. Offering all of the amenities of a large city (including numerous public parks and excellent schools), Rochester still manages to maintain a small town feel all its own.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rochester Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rochester?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rochester is under $1,090.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rochester?
The cheapest apartment in Rochester is Essex Place which is listed at $945, while the average apartment in Rochester costs $2,902.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rochester?
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 167 regular apartments in Rochester 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 Rochester?
Cheap apartments in Rochester have an average cost of $795 which is $2,107 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rochester.
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