322 6th St SE
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MN from $700 (51 Rentals)
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$795 - $1,095
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDM Communities - Rochester
225-229 6th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$820 - $1,325
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowZick Apartments
603 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$850 - $1,295
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMeadow Park Apartments
412 14th St SERochester, MN 55904
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$850
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Studio Apartment Available Sep 29Total Monthly Price
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$850
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$850
101 Center E St, Unit 203
101 Center E StRochester, MN 55904
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$875 - $995
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLobb Field Apartments
1503 4th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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$900 - $1,100
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHillside Apartments
718 5th St SWRochester, MN 55902
313 7th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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$905 - $960
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$895 - $950
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$905 - $960
Chester Estates
1463-1537 6th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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$995
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 8Total Monthly Price
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$995
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1309 3rd Ave SW, Unit 4
1309 3rd Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,092 - $3,006
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,092 - $3,006
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$1,092 - $3,006
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
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$1,100
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 10Total Monthly Price
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$1,100
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$1,100
1115 9 1/2 Ave SE, Unit 2
1115 9 1/2 Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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$1,150 - $1,525
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now5th on 5th Apartments
510 5th St SWRochester, MN 55902
103 7th Ave NW
RochesterMN55901
317 9th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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$1,200 - $1,300
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 7The Ida
1226-1232 4th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,220 - $1,695
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowUptown Apartments
1721 3rd St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,220 - $1,900
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowResidence at Discovery Square
511 3rd AveRochester, MN 55902
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$1,250 - $1,500
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 1The Gryff Apartments
1935 2nd St SWRochester, MN 55902
515 5th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
926 2nd St NW
RochesterMN55901
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$1,295 - $2,599
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe HUE
33 4th 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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$1,315 - $1,625
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNewly Renovated Apartments
1119 2nd St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,325 - $3,200
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now501 on First
501 1st Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,350 - $1,850
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNicholas Apartments
722 W Center StRochester, MN 55902
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$1,360 - $2,635
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowQuarry Ridge Apartments
1728 Quarry Ridge Pl NWRochester, MN 55901
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$1,425 - $1,600
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRichard Apartments
11 7th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,460 - $9,392
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,376 - $9,308
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$1,460 - $9,392
The Berkman
217 14th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,475 - $2,895
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 25Metropolitan Market Place
515 1st Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,475 - $3,300
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFlats on 4th
412 SE 3rd AveRochester, MN 55904
725 7th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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$1,495 - $2,745
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRiverwalk Rochester
449 E Center StRochester, MN 55904
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$1,500 - $3,700
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 3First & Banks
709 1st Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,500
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,500
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1144 Center St W, Unit #1
1144 Center St WRochester, 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 | $1,396 | $820 | $1,740 |
| Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $750 | $2,745 |
| Downtown Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,274 | $900 | $4,045 |
| Downtown Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,612 | $995 | $4,358 |
| Downtown Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,083 | $1,900 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 51 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 DM Communities - Rochester priced from $795. Zick Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $820. 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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| DM Communities - Rochester | Full Studio | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Zick Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $820 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Classic One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Lobb Field Apartments | E | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Hillside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Chester Estates | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| 2nd St Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Colby | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Civic Square Apartments | One Bedroom - 602 Sq.Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Uptown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, MN
As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rochester area is the $1.14 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at 1420 3rd Ave SW in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Downtown 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 Downtown Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1420 3rd Ave SW | 4 Beds, 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic | 2BR | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| The Riverview | 3bed/2bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 1144 Center St W, Unit #1 | 1144 Center St W | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Uptown Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| DM Communities - Rochester | Full Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Colby | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Lobb Field Apartments | E | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Modern One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Zick Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.64 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Rochester, Rochester, MN
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Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood in Rochester, MN
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Rochester Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Rochester?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Rochester is under $1,220.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Rochester?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Rochester is DM Communities - Rochester which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Downtown Rochester costs $2,282.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 6 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Rochester?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Rochester have an average cost of $1,078 which is $1,204 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Rochester.
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