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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rochester, MN from $700 (127 Rentals)
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101 Center E St, Unit 416
101 Center E StRochester, MN 55904
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$895 - $1,325
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMeadow Park Apartments
412 14th St SERochester, MN 55904
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$895 - $1,325
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1Zick Apartments
603 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$900 - $1,400
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHillside Apartments
718 5th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$925
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$925
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2216 18 1/2 Ave NW, Unit 1
2216 18 1/2 Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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$925
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Studio Apartment Available Aug 10Total Monthly Price
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1600 Marion Rd SE, Unit 10
1600 Marion Rd SERochester, MN 55904
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$925
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 1Eastwood Manor Apartments
1532 10th St SERochester, MN 55904
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$940
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityLobb Field Apartments
1503 4th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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$950
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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 Contact Us For Availability2nd St Flats
221-229 19th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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2210 18 1/2 Ave NW, Unit 4
2210 18 1/2 Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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1209.5 13th Ave NE
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824 W Center St
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223 8th Ave SE
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$975 - $1,215
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHeritage Manor Apartments
2408 18 1/2 Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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$989 - $1,359
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Gates of Rochester
2015 41st St NWRochester, MN 55901
453 13th Ave NW
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103 7th Ave NW
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The Ida
1226-1232 4th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,025 - $1,200
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNewhouse
855 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,045 - $1,745
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEssex Place
937 41st St NWRochester, MN 55901
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$1,050
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1Green Arbor Commons
1820-1858 37th St NWRochester, MN 55901
423 4th Ave SE
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$1,092 - $3,518
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCivic Square Apartments
101 Civic Center Dr NERochester, MN 55906
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$1,099 - $1,699
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRochester Heights
1515 41st St NWRochester, MN 55901
2414 30th Ave NW
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$1,100 - $1,977
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBryk on Broadway
401 Broadway Ave NRochester, MN 55906
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$1,105 - $1,705
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTechnology Park
3745 NW Technology DrRochester, MN 55901
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$1,125 - $1,665
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityBella Grove
4320 Marigold Pl NWRochester, MN 55901
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$1,125 - $1,595
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHomestead Village Townhomes
862 Homestead Village LnRochester, MN 55904
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$1,125 - $1,425
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMed City Apartments
214 16th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,1291 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
515 6th St NW
515 6th St NWRochester, MN 55901
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$1,130 - $1,595
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOlympik Village Apartments
402 31st StRochester, MN 55906
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$1,166 - $1,495
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 7EastGate Apartments
1217 Eastgate DrRochester, MN 55904
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$1,195
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available May 7Total Monthly Price
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2520 28th St SE, Unit 2
2520 28th St SERochester, MN 55904
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$1,200 - $1,590
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWinchester Apartments & Townhomes
3908 19th Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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$1,221 - $1,546
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowForte Living of Rochester: 55+ Community!
3955 Superior DrRochester, MN 55901
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$1,229
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1Northern Valley Apartments
2826-2908 Northern Valley DrRochester, MN 55906
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$1,249 - $1,469
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCrown Apartments
2850-2852 59th St NWRochester, MN 55901
2016-8 1/2 8 1/2 St SE
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$1,250 - $2,750
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSilver Lake Crossing
28 7th St NERochester, MN 55906
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$1,260
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCarty Family Apartments
2721-2801 56th St NWRochester, MN 55901
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$1,270 - $1,680
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 15th on 5th Apartments
510 5th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,270 - $2,120
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowResidence at Discovery Square
511 3rd AveRochester, MN 55902
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$1,275 - $1,500
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityThe Gryff Apartments
1935 2nd St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,2751 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
515 6th St NW
515 6th St NWRochester, MN 55901
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$1,290
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available May 31Harvestview Place II
5340 NW 56th StRochester, MN 55901
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$1,295 - $1,825
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 7318 Commons
318 1st Ave 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 | $1,482 | $875 | $1,995 |
| Cheap Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,002 | $895 | $4,000 |
| Cheap Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,255 | $1,050 | $5,588 |
| Cheap Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,975 | $3,773 | $4,218 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, MN
Pricing Updated: 03/15/2026Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, MN area range in price from $800 to $5,588 with an overall median price of $2,383. The three Rochester neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Northwest Rochester at $981, Uptown Rochester at $895, and Kutzky Park at $800. 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 | $1,830 | $981 | 170 |
| Uptown Rochester | $1,908 | $895 | 46 |
| Kutzky Park | $2,000 | $800 | 324 |
| Historic Southwest | $2,046 | $800 | 312 |
| East Rochester | $2,066 | $800 | 359 |
| Meadow Park | $2,075 | $800 | 291 |
| Mayo Clinic | $2,130 | $800 | 304 |
| Forest Knoll Heritage | $2,594 | $1,387 | 20 |
| Downtown Rochester | $3,195 | $800 | 263 |
| North Rochester | $3,993 | $800 | 532 |
Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Meadow Park Apartments in the Meadow Park neighborhood priced from $895. Hillside Apartments in the Meadow Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Meadow Park Apartments | Classic Two Bedrooom | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Hillside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| 1017 21st St SE | 2 beds 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Gates of Rochester | Carlyle | 1BR,1BA | $989 |
| Essex Place | One Bedroom - Finch | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Rochester Heights | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Summit Square | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,106 |
| Homestead Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, MN
As of March 15, 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. |
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| 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 |
| Georgetowne Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Winchester Apartments & Townhomes | Pemberton | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Olympik Village Apartments | Apollo | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 1910 Valleyhigh Dr NW, Unit 1910 | 1910 Valleyhigh Dr NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Heritage Manor Apartments | Sunflower | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 2216 18 1/2 Ave NW, Unit 1 | 2216 18 1/2 Ave NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 2210 18 1/2 Ave NW, Unit 4 | 2210 18 1/2 Ave NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 1017 21st St SE | 2 beds 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Rochester Overview
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 $1,125.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rochester?
The cheapest apartment in Rochester is The Gates of Rochester which is listed at $989, while the average apartment in Rochester costs $2,383.
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 203 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 $229 which is $2,154 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rochester.
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