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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MN from $800 (62 Rentals)
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423 4th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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$900 - $1,400
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718 5th St SWRochester, MN 55902
320 5th St SE
RochesterMN55904
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$900
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$900
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101 Center E St, Unit 416
101 Center E StRochester, MN 55904
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$945 - $1,320
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$945 - $1,320
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Meadow Park Apartments
412 14th St SERochester, MN 55904
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$945 - $1,325
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$945 - $1,325
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Zick Apartments
603 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
504 E Center St
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226 11th St SE
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723 E Center St
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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
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$1,020 - $1,045
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$1,020 - $1,045
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The Colby
1804-1806 Second St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,020 - $1,220
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$1,020 - $1,220
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Furlow Apartments
512 4th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,092 - $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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$1,095
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$1,095
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$1,095
812 1st St NW, Unit 2
812 1st St NWRochester, MN 55901
1348 5th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
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$1,125
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Studio Apartments Available Sep 1Med City Apartments
214 16th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
410 6th Ave SW
RochesterMN55902
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$1,188 - $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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$1,195 - $1,695
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$1,195 - $1,695
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$1,195 - $1,695
864 9th Ave SE
864 9th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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1126 7th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
802 2nd St NW
RochesterMN55901
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$1,245 - $1,795
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$1,245 - $1,795
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Residence at Discovery Square
511 3rd AveRochester, MN 55902
322 6th St SE
RochesterMN55904
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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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$1,295 - $2,599
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe HUE
33 4th St SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,345 - $1,695
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$1,345 - $1,695
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The Riverview
211 1st St NERochester, MN 55906
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$1,350 - $1,600
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityThe Gryff Apartments
1935 2nd St SWRochester, MN 55902
319 14th St SW
RochesterMN55902
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$1,370 - $1,895
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 20Total Monthly Price
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$1,370 - $1,895
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$1,370 - $1,895
Nicholas Apartments
722 W Center StRochester, 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
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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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$1,392 - $10,096
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$1,302 - $10,006
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The Berkman
217 14th Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
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$1,400
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1Total Monthly Price
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$1,400
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$1,400
1123 2nd St NW, Unit B
1123 2nd St NWRochester, MN 55901
220 Broadway Ave S, Unit Indigo 1115
220 Broadway Ave S
RochesterMN55904
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$1,495 - $3,200
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$1,495 - $3,200
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Metropolitan Market Place
515 1st Ave SWRochester, MN 55902
4 11th Ave NW
RochesterMN55901
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$1,525 - $3,300
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$1,525 - $3,300
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Flats on 4th
412 SE 3rd AveRochester, MN 55904
1215 7th Ave SE
RochesterMN55904
619 2nd St NW
RochesterMN55901
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211 Broadway Ave S
RochesterMN55904
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$1,595 - $2,275
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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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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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Chester Estates
1463-1537 6th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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The Beacon
431 3rd Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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Uptown Landing
621 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
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Lobb Field Apartments
1503 4th Ave SERochester, MN 55904
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Newhouse
855 1st St SWRochester, MN 55902
28 6th Ave 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,506 | $900 | $1,945 |
| Downtown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $875 | $2,708 |
| Downtown Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,172 | $900 | $3,695 |
| Downtown Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,817 | $1,020 | $4,080 |
| Downtown Rochester 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
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There are currently 62 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 Hillside Apartments priced from $900. Zick Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $945. 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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| Hillside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Zick Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Classic One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Flats at Uptown | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Furlow Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,020 |
| The Colby | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Center Stone Apartments | 1 Bedroom Furnished Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Residence at Discovery Square | Industrial Flat - Alcove | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| The HUE | Azure | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Riverview | 1 Bed + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, MN
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rochester area is the $1.70 price per square foot Terzina Model at The Berkman in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $3,999. The second greatest value Downtown Rochester apartment is the 2 Bed Model at The Oliver starting at $1,895 with a $1.06 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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| The Berkman | Terzina | 3BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| The Oliver | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| 318 Commons | 4BR/2.5BA | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.50 |
| 501 on First | 2 Bedroom - 2 Bath (Type 16) | 2BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Quarry Ridge Apartments | B5R | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 1st Avenue Flats | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Civic Square Apartments | Two Bedroom - 855 Sq. Ft. | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Modern One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| DM Communities - Rochester | 620-106 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 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 $945 at Meadow Park 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 $1,045 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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