
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MN from $700 (86 Rentals)
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1143 1st St NW, Unit 206

Lobb Field Apartments

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101 Center E St, Unit 312

Zick Apartments

Hillside Apartments

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1600 Marion Rd SE, Unit 10

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17 15th Ave SE, Unit 1

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1309 3rd Ave SW, Unit 4

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2216 18 1/2 Ave NW, Unit 1
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2nd St Flats

1017 21st St SE

1017 21st St SE

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Heritage Manor Apartments

Meadow Park Apartments

423 4th Ave SE

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Civic Square Apartments

Bryk on Broadway

Homestead Village Townhomes

Med City Apartments
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1-8 1/2 2nd St SE

5th on 5th Apartments

EastGate Apartments

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The Ida

The Manor at Med City

Berkshire Village

Silver Lake Crossing

The Gryff Apartments

Maria Apartments

Residence at Discovery Square
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117 21st St SE

318 Commons

620 2nd Ave NW

1911 Viking Dr NW

The Riverview

Avani Living

TwentyFirst Ave

Preserve on Maine

Nicholas Apartments

916 1st St SE
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501 on First

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The Rosewater

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The Park in Kutzky Neighborhood

Uptown Apartments

725 7th Ave SE

1346 4th Ave SW

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1910 Valleyhigh Dr NW, Unit 1910

1348 4th Ave SW

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1225 8th Ave NW, Unit 1

Eastwood Ridge
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East Rochester, Rochester, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Rochester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,470 | $845 | $2,050 |
| East Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $840 | $2,705 |
| East Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,105 | $920 | $3,700 |
| East Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,116 | $1,150 | $3,710 |
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There are currently 86 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MN.
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Cheapest Available East Rochester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Rochester area of Rochester, MN is a Studio unit found at The Graham priced from $775. Hillside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable East Rochester apartments for rent in Rochester, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Graham | Studio w/ Utilities & Wifi Included | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Hillside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| The Beacon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| 1017 21st St SE | 2 beds 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| 2nd St Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Modern One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Heritage Manor Apartments | Sunflower | 2BR,1BA | $1,115 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Rochester, MN
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the East 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 East Rochester apartment is the Excelsior Model at Crystal Bay Townhomes starting at $1,820 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Historic Southwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic | 2BR | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| Crystal Bay Townhomes | Excelsior | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 1225 8th Ave NW, Unit 1 | 1225 8th Ave NW | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 1910 Valleyhigh Dr NW, Unit 1910 | 1910 Valleyhigh Dr NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Heritage Manor Apartments | Sunflower | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 1309 3rd Ave SW, Unit 4 | 1309 3rd Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Homestead Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 2216 18 1/2 Ave NW, Unit 1 | 2216 18 1/2 Ave NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 1017 21st St SE | 2 beds 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 1143 1st St NW, Unit 206 | 1143 1st St NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Best Local Schools in East Rochester, Rochester, MN
Longfellow Choice Elementary
Lincoln K-8 District-Wide School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Rochester Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Rochester?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Rochester is under $1,115.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Rochester?
The cheapest apartment in East Rochester is 2nd St Flats which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in East Rochester costs $2,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 16 regular apartments in East 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 East Rochester?
Cheap apartments in East Rochester have an average cost of $174 which is $1,826 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Rochester.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

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.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!