Cheap Homes for Rent in Historic Southwest Neighborhood of Rochester, MN from $1,000 (12 Rentals)

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

property at 28 6th Ave SE

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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28 6th Ave SE

RochesterMN55904
property at 2106 Valleyhigh Dr NW

$1,095

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$1,095

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$1,095

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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2106 Valleyhigh Dr NW, Unit 208

2106 Valleyhigh Dr NW
RochesterMN55901
property at 1513 2nd St NE

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1513 2nd St NE

RochesterMN55906
property at 2120 Valleyhigh Dr NW

$1,195

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$1,195

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$1,195

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2120 Valleyhigh Dr NW

RochesterMN55901
property at 2094 11th Ave SE

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2094 11th Ave SE

RochesterMN55904
property at 1807 Greenfield Ln SW

$1,295

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$1,295

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$1,295

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 8

1807 Greenfield Ln SW, Unit 1

1807 Greenfield Ln SW
RochesterMN55902

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property at 415 10th St NW

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 20

415 10th St NW

RochesterMN55901
property at 220 Broadway Ave S

$1,395

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$1,395

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$1,395

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

220 Broadway Ave S

RochesterMN55904
property at 1910 Center St W

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 4

1910 Center St W

RochesterMN55902
property at 1909 5th St SW

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1909 5th St SW

RochesterMN55902
property at 410 6th Ave SW

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 7

410 6th Ave SW, Unit M5

410 6th Ave SW
RochesterMN55902
property at 728 1st Ave SW

$1,495

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$1,495

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$1,495

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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728 1st Ave SW, Unit 401

728 1st Ave SW
RochesterMN55902

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Historic Southwest, Rochester, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Historic Southwest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Historic Southwest area of Rochester, MN is a Studio unit found at Hillside Apartments priced from $900. Meadow Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Historic Southwest apartments for rent in Rochester, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hillside ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
Meadow Park ApartmentsModern Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,075
The Colby1bd/1ba1BR,1BA$1,095
Homestead Village Townhomes2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,125
Andrew Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Southwest, MN

As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Historic Southwest area is the $1.65 price per square foot Terzina Model at The Berkman in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $3,884. The second greatest value Historic Southwest apartment is the 4BR/2.5BA Model at 318 Commons starting at $1,950 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Meadow Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Historic Southwest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The BerkmanTerzina3BR,2BA$1.65
318 Commons4BR/2.5BA4BR,2.5BA$1.50
The Quarters4 Bedroom A4BR,2BA$0.63
Avani LivingTwo Bedroom A2BR,2BA$1.65
1st Avenue Flats2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.32
864 9th Ave SE864 9th Ave SE1BR,1BA$1.20
West WillowTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.62
Homestead Village Townhomes2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Berkshire Village2 Bedroom Standard2BR,1BA$1.66
504 7th St SW, Unit 3504 7th St SWStudio ,1BA$1.32

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Historic Southwest, Rochester, MN

Ranked #4

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 Historic Southwest

What type of rentals are currently available in Historic Southwest?

There are currently 208 Apartments for Rent in Historic Southwest, MN with pricing that ranges from $760 to $3,887. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Historic Southwest ranging from $1,050 to $4,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Historic Southwest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Historic Southwest ranges from $1,050 to $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,128.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Historic Southwest?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Historic Southwest range from $1,175 to $3,887, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,575.

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