Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MN from $1,400 (4 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Rochester area of Rochester.

property at 1119 2nd St SW

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

1119 2nd St SW

RochesterMN55902
property at 524 10th St SE

$1,475

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$1,475

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$1,475

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Mar 13

524 10th St SE

RochesterMN55904

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property at 917 3rd St NE

$1,550

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$1,550

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$1,550

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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917 3rd St NE

RochesterMN55906
property at 936 3rd Ave SE

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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936 3rd Ave SE

RochesterMN55904

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Downtown Rochester, Rochester, MN Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, MN

As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Rochester area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2BR Model at Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Downtown Rochester apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 1st Avenue Flats starting at $1,490 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Historic Southwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic2BR2BR,2.5BA$1.07
1st Avenue Flats2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.48
1148 5th Ave SE, Unit 21148 5th Ave SE2BR,1BA$1.71
The Riverview2bed/2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.68
Civic Square ApartmentsTwo Bedroom - 855 Sq. Ft.2BR,2BA$1.77
Richard Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.96
Meadow Park ApartmentsModern Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
Chester Estates1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.33
The IdaUnfurnished 1B1B1BR,1BA$1.85
Hillside ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.90

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Rochester, Rochester, MN

Ranked #5

Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Rochester

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Rochester?

There are currently 124 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Rochester, MN with pricing that ranges from $800 to $5,588. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Rochester ranging from $1,475 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Rochester?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Rochester ranges from $1,475 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,973.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.