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108 16th St SERochester, MN 55904
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1532 10th St SERochester, MN 55904
504 E Center St
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1503 4th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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603 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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101 Center E St, Unit 302
101 Center E StRochester, MN 55904
223 8th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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1600 Marion Rd SE, Unit 10
1600 Marion Rd SERochester, MN 55904
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHillside Apartments
718 5th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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17 15th Ave SE, Unit 1
17 15th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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1309 3rd Ave SW, Unit 3
1309 3rd Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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2216 18 1/2 Ave NW, Unit 1
2216 18 1/2 Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now1017 21st St SE
1017 21st St SERochester, MN 55904
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now2nd St Flats
221-229 19th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGreen Arbor Commons
1820-1858 37th St NWRochester, MN 55901
1017 21st St SE
RochesterMN55904
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The Gates of Rochester
2015 41st St NWRochester, MN 55901
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHomestead Village Townhomes
862 Homestead Village LnRochester, MN 55904
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityColonial Apartments
417-423 27th St NERochester, MN 55906
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMeadow Park Apartments
412 14th St SERochester, MN 55904
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1602 45th St NW, Unit APT # 1
1602 45th St NWRochester, MN 55901
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEssex Place
937 41st St NWRochester, MN 55901
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityForte Living of Rochester: 55+ Community!
3955 Superior DrRochester, MN 55901
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1515 41st St NWRochester, MN 55901
423 4th Ave SE
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2825 56th St NW, Unit C
2825 56th St NWRochester, MN 55901
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Civic Square Apartments
101 Civic Center Dr NERochester, MN 55906
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The Boulders
350 Boulder Rd SERochester, MN 55904
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401 Broadway Ave NRochester, MN 55906
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTechnology Park
3745 NW Technology DrRochester, MN 55901
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Heritage Manor Apartments
2408 18 1/2 Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityBella Grove
4320 Marigold Pl NWRochester, MN 55901
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1Med City Apartments
214 16th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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515 6th St NWRochester, MN 55901
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Olympik Village Apartments
402 31st StRochester, MN 55906
1-8 1/2 2nd St SE
RochesterMN55904
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Winchester Apartments & Townhomes
3908 19th Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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5041 Weatherstone Cir NWRochester, MN 55901
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1217 Eastgate DrRochester, MN 55904
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The Ida
1226-1232 4th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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1505 Marion Rd SERochester, MN 55904
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBerkshire Village
1260 17th Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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2826-2908 Northern Valley DrRochester, MN 55906
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510 5th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSoRoc on Maine
4850 Maine Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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1935 2nd St SWRochester, MN 55902
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28 7th St NERochester, MN 55906
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1119 2nd St SWRochester, MN 55902
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6717 Gaillardia Dr NWRochester, MN 55901
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowResidence at Discovery Square
511 3rd AveRochester, 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 | $1,458 | $895 | $2,000 |
| Cheap Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,632 | $775 | $2,705 |
| Cheap Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,999 | $920 | $4,000 |
| Cheap Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,162 | $1,150 | $3,875 |
| Cheap Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,988 | $3,772 | $4,217 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, MN
Pricing Updated: 01/25/2026Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, MN area range in price from $775 to $4,347 with an overall median price of $2,360. The three Rochester neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Uptown Rochester at $895, Northwest Rochester at $950, and Kutzky Park at $775. 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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| Uptown Rochester | $1,763 | $895 | 32 |
| Northwest Rochester | $1,820 | $950 | 150 |
| Kutzky Park | $1,927 | $775 | 340 |
| Historic Southwest | $2,000 | $775 | 341 |
| East Rochester | $2,003 | $775 | 403 |
| Mayo Clinic | $2,037 | $800 | 337 |
| Meadow Park | $2,075 | $775 | 330 |
| Forest Knoll Heritage | $2,434 | $1,099 | 30 |
| Downtown Rochester | $3,195 | $800 | 280 |
| North Rochester | $4,347 | $775 | 562 |
Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, MN is a Studio unit found at The Graham in the Meadow Park neighborhood priced from $775. Lobb Field Apartments in the Meadow Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Graham | Studio w/ Utilities & Wifi Included | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Lobb Field Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Hillside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| The Beacon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Chester Estates | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $935 |
| 2nd St Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 1017 21st St SE | 2 beds 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Gates of Rochester | Carlyle | 1BR,1BA | $958 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, MN
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $1.14 price per square foot 3 BD/1.5 BA Model at The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Kutzky Park neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the 2BR Model at Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic starting at $1,700 with a $1.07 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes | 3 BD/1.5 BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic | 2BR | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| 1225 8th Ave NW, Unit 1 | 1225 8th Ave NW | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Georgetowne Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Green Arbor Commons | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 1602 45th St NW, Unit APT # 1 | 1602 45th St NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Homestead Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 2216 18 1/2 Ave NW, Unit 1 | 2216 18 1/2 Ave NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Chester Estates | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 1309 3rd Ave SW, Unit 3 | 1309 3rd Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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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 $958.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rochester?
The cheapest apartment in Rochester is Lobb Field Apartments which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Rochester costs $2,360.
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 124 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 $260 which is $2,100 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rochester.
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