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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MN from $700 (55 Rentals)
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504 E Center St
RochesterMN55904
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$875
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Studio Apartment Available Jul 17Total Monthly Price
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$875
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$875
101 Center E St, Unit 416, Unit 416
101 Center E StRochester, MN 55904
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$895 - $1,525
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$895 - $1,525
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$895 - $1,525
Zick Apartments
603 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$900Studio Apartments Available May 5
1301 1st St SW, Unit 203
1301 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
818 W Center St
RochesterMN55902
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$920 - $1,325
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$920 - $1,325
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$920 - $1,325
Meadow Park Apartments
412 14th St SERochester, MN 55904
223 8th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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$995
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLobb Field Apartments
1503 4th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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229 19th Ave SW
RochesterMN55902
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$1,000 - $1,100
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityFurlow Apartments
512 4th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,000 - $1,400
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$1,000 - $1,400
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The Ida
1226-1232 4th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
423 4th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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$1,092 - $3,530
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$1,092 - $3,530
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$1,092 - $3,530
Civic Square Apartments
101 Civic Center Dr NERochester, MN 55906
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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
1348 5th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
1340 4th Ave SW
RochesterMN55902
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$1,125 - $1,495
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMed City Apartments
214 16th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,256 - $2,343
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$1,245 - $2,332
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Quarry Ridge Apartments
1728 Quarry Ridge Pl NWRochester, MN 55901
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$1,270 - $1,680
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$1,230 - $1,640
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$1,270 - $1,680
5th on 5th Apartments
510 5th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,270 - $1,795
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 7Total Monthly Price
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$1,270 - $1,795
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$1,270 - $1,795
Residence at Discovery Square
511 3rd AveRochester, MN 55902
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$1,275 - $1,600
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityThe Gryff Apartments
1935 2nd St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,295 - $1,950
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now318 Commons
318 1st Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,320 - $1,375
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$1,320 - $1,375
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$1,320 - $1,375
The Riverview
211 1st St NERochester, MN 55906
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$1,345 - $1,845
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 7Total Monthly Price
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$1,345 - $1,845
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$1,345 - $1,845
Nicholas Apartments
722 W Center StRochester, MN 55902
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$1,375 - $3,000
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now501 on First
501 1st Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,375 - $1,600
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityRichard Apartments
11 7th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
1910 Center St W
RochesterMN55902
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$1,425 - $2,995
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$1,425 - $2,995
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$1,425 - $2,995
Metropolitan Market Place
515 1st Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,450 - $1,745
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe HUE
33 4th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,470 - $1,890
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 1Total Monthly Price
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$1,320 - $1,740
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$150
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$1,470 - $1,890
Uptown Apartments
1721 3rd St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,475 - $3,300
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$1,475 - $3,300
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$1,475 - $3,300
Flats on 4th
412 SE 3rd AveRochester, MN 55904
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$1,538
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$1,538
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1148 5th Ave SE, Unit Unit 2, Unit Unit 2
1148 5th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
1215 7th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
1215 7th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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$1,595 - $2,275
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 4Total Monthly Price
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$1,595 - $2,275
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$1,595 - $2,275
The Park in Kutzky Neighborhood
408 8 1/2 Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Flats at Uptown
221-229 19th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Chester Estates
1463-1537 6th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Raymond Apartments
23 7th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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The Beacon
431 3rd Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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1 Bedroom Apartments
The Colby
1804-1806 Second St SWRochester, MN 55902
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Uptown Landing
621 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Newhouse
855 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
28 6th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Center Street Village
620-632 E Center StRochester, MN 55904
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Village On 3rd Apartments
510 3rd AveRochester, MN 55904
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Cascade Creek Apartments
421 6th Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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Uptown Terrace
625 3rd StRochester, MN 55902
20 Mayo Park Dr SE
RochesterMN55904
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Downtown Rochester, Rochester, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Rochester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Downtown Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,499 | $875 | $1,945 |
| Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,726 | $760 | $2,705 |
| Downtown Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $995 | $4,000 |
| Downtown Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,872 | $1,020 | $5,388 |
| Downtown Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
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There are currently 55 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Rochester Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Rochester area of Rochester, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Zick Apartments priced from $895. Hillside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Downtown Rochester apartments for rent in Rochester, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Zick Apartments | 1BR Basement | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Hillside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Modern Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
| The Beacon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Lobb Field Apartments | A | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Ida | Unfurnished 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Civic Square Apartments | One Bedroom - 602 Sq.Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 318 Commons | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Riverview | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| Bryk on Broadway | Studio - Type 2 - 80% | Studio,1BA | $1,339 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, MN
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rochester area is the $1.91 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Metropolitan Market Place in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Downtown Rochester apartment is the Orbit Model at Red44 Luxury Apartments | Specials Available starting at $1,920 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the Meadow Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Metropolitan Market Place | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Red44 Luxury Apartments | Specials Available | Orbit | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 1st Avenue Flats | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| 1148 5th Ave SE, Unit Unit 2 | 1148 5th Ave SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Med City Apartments | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Lobb Field Apartments | A | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Ida | Unfurnished 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Zick Apartments | 1BR Basement | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| DM Communities - Rochester | 620-307 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Hillside Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Rochester Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Rochester?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Rochester is at Hillside Apartments listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment is $895 at Zick Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Rochester is starting from $920 at Meadow Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Rochester Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Rochester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadow Park Apartments and starts from $1,020.
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