
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Historic Southwest Neighborhood of Rochester, MN from $775 (43 Rentals)


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1143 1st St NW, Unit 206

Lobb Field Apartments

DM Communities - Rochester

2nd St Flats

Meadow Park Apartments

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Civic Square Apartments

Zick Apartments
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Hillside Apartments

5th on 5th Apartments

Med City Apartments

EastGate Apartments

Bryk on Broadway

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The Ida

The Manor at Med City

The Gryff Apartments
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Maria Apartments

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Woodridge on Second

The Riverview

Nicholas Apartments

Avani Living

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The Park in Kutzky Neighborhood

Uptown Apartments

Residence at Discovery Square
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501 on First

Richard Apartments

The HUE

Silver Lake Crossing

Building 4 - 210 16th St NE

504 14th St SE

Mile Manor Apartments

The Colby
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The Meadows Apartments

Uptown Landing

Washington Village East Apartments

Furlow Apartments

Village On 3rd Apartments

Cascade Creek Apartments

Uptown Terrace

1st Avenue Flats
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Old City Hall

115 16th St NE

Lofts at Mayo Park
Historic Southwest, Rochester, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Historic Southwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic Southwest Studio Apartments | $1,485 | $845 | $2,050 |
Historic Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $775 | $2,705 |
| Historic Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $945 | $3,700 |
| Historic Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,114 | $1,150 | $3,710 |
| Historic Southwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,232 | $2,232 | $2,232 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHistoric Southwest, Rochester, MN
Ranked #3
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Historic Southwest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Historic Southwest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Historic Southwest is under $1,125.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Historic Southwest?
The cheapest apartment in Historic Southwest is 2nd St Flats which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Historic Southwest costs $2,232.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Historic Southwest?
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 10 regular apartments in Historic Southwest 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 Historic Southwest?
Cheap apartments in Historic Southwest have an average cost of $243 which is $1,989 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Historic Southwest.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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!