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101 Center E St, Unit 313
101 Center E StRochester, MN 55904
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MN from $700 (67 Rentals)
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$900 - $1,400Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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Hillside Apartments
718 5th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$945 - $1,895
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Zick Apartments
603 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$945 - $1,320
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Meadow Park Apartments
412 14th St SERochester, MN 55904
313 7th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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$995
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1243 4th Ave SW, Unit 1
1243 4th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,020 - $1,220
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Furlow Apartments
512 4th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,025 - $1,125
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Base Rent$945 - $1,045
Required Monthly Fees$80
Total Monthly Price$1,025 - $1,125
The Colby
1804-1806 Second St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,092 - $3,006
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Civic Square Apartments
101 Civic Center Dr NERochester, MN 55906
322 6th St SE
RochesterMN55904
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$1,1001 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 9
1301 1st St SW, Unit 202
1301 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,175 - $1,330
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Required Monthly Fees$80
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George Apartments
625 3rd StRochester, MN 55902
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$1,175 - $1,280
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Required Monthly Fees$80
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Andrew Apartments
621 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,188 - $2,071Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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Bryk on Broadway
401 Broadway Ave NRochester, MN 55906
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$1,195
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325 Broadway Ave S, Unit 2
325 Broadway Ave SRochester, MN 55904
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$1,200 - $1,400
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The Ida
1226-1232 4th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,205
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Base Rent$1,125
Required Monthly Fees$80
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Med City Apartments
214 16th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
519 E Center St
RochesterMN55904
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$1,250
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1115 9 1/2 Ave SE, Unit 2
1115 9 1/2 Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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$1,250
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1238 Center St W, Unit #3
1238 Center St WRochester, MN 55902
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$1,270 - $1,680
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Base Rent$1,230 - $1,640
Required Monthly Fees$40
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5th on 5th Apartments
510 5th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,270 - $1,745
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Residence at Discovery Square
511 3rd AveRochester, MN 55902
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$1,295 - $2,599Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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The HUE
33 4th St SWRochester, MN 55902
804 4th St SW
RochesterMN55902
319-323 Broadway Ave S
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$1,345 - $1,595
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The Riverview
211 1st St NERochester, MN 55906
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The Gryff Apartments
1935 2nd St SWRochester, MN 55902
517 5th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
319 14th St SW
RochesterMN55902
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$1,370 - $1,895
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Nicholas Apartments
722 W Center StRochester, MN 55902
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Richard Apartments
11 7th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,375 - $3,000Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 11
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501 on First
501 1st Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,395 - $1,495
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864 9th Ave SE
864 9th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
410 6th Ave SW, Unit C3
410 6th Ave SW
RochesterMN55902
824 W Center St
RochesterMN55902
1910 Center St W
RochesterMN55902
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$1,464 - $8,821
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The Berkman
217 14th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,507 - $2,807
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Required Monthly Fees$12
Total Monthly Price$1,507 - $2,807
Riverwalk Rochester
449 E Center StRochester, MN 55904
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$1,525 - $3,200
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Metropolitan Market Place
515 1st Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,525 - $3,300
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Flats on 4th
412 SE 3rd AveRochester, MN 55904
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$1,540 - $1,840
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Base Rent$1,470 - $1,770
Required Monthly Fees$70
Total Monthly Price$1,540 - $1,840
Uptown Apartments
1721 3rd St SWRochester, MN 55902
1215 7th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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$1,590 - $3,859
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Maven on Broadway
425 S BroadwayRochester, MN 55904
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$1,595 - $2,275
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The Park in Kutzky Neighborhood
408 8 1/2 Ave NWRochester, MN 55901
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$1,625 - $3,775Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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First & Banks
705 1st Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,675 - $2,0801 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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Red44 | Luxury Apartments
839 16th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic
15 1st St SERochester, MN 55904
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Studio Apartments
857 1st St SW
857 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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Flats at Uptown
221-229 19th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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Raymond Apartments
23 7th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,449 | $900 | $1,975 |
| Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,614 | $945 | $2,807 |
| Downtown Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,090 | $995 | $4,259 |
| Downtown Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,221 | $1,270 | $4,105 |
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Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 67 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 Studio unit found at 857 1st St SW priced from $700. The Beacon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. 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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| 857 1st St SW | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| The Beacon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Newhouse | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Colby | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Hillside Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Zick Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,170 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Modern Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Med City Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,205 |
| Quarry Ridge Apartments | S1R | Studio,1BA | $1,226 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, MN
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rochester area is the $1.07 price per square foot 864 9th Ave SE Model at 864 9th Ave SE in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Downtown Rochester apartment is the C6 Model at Maven on Broadway starting at $2,465 with a $2.05 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 864 9th Ave SE | 864 9th Ave SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Maven on Broadway | C6 | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Red44 | Luxury Apartments | Azimuth | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| The Riverview | 2bed/2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Uptown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Civic Square Apartments | Two Bedroom - 883 Sq. Ft. | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Modern Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Zick Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Nicholas Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| DM Communities - Rochester | 620-106 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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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 857 1st St SW listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Rochester Apartment is $1,050 at The Colby.
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 $1,170 at Zick 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 First & Banks and starts from $2,895.
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