Cheap Homes for Rent in Historic Southwest Neighborhood of Rochester, MN from $800 (15 Rentals)

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property at 1511 7th ave nw

1511 7th ave nw, Unit #1

1511 7th ave nw
RochesterMN55901
property at 2011 Viking Dr NW

2011 Viking Dr NW, Unit 34

2011 Viking Dr NW
RochesterMN55901
property at 111 8th Ave SE

111 8th Ave SE

RochesterMN55904

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property at 1419 8th Ave NW

1419 8th Ave NW, Unit Upstairs

1419 8th Ave NW
RochesterMN55901
property at 1107 5th Ave NW

1107 5th Ave NW

RochesterMN55901
property at 2114 Valleyhigh Dr NW

2114 Valleyhigh Dr NW

RochesterMN55901

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property at 120 11th St NW

120 11th St NW

RochesterMN55901
property at 535 19th St NW

535 19th St NW

RochesterMN55901
property at 215 Elton Hills Dr NW

215 Elton Hills Dr NW, Unit 6

215 Elton Hills Dr NW
RochesterMN55901
property at 10 8th St NE

10 8th St NE

RochesterMN55906
property at 1144 W Center St

1144 W Center St

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 1 Bed unit found at Chester Estates priced from $805. DM Communities - Rochester has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Historic Southwest apartments for rent in Rochester, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chester Estates1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$805
DM Communities - RochesterUptown Court Apartment1BR,1BA$845
Meadow Park ApartmentsClassic One Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Zick ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
Hillside ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Southwest, MN

As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Historic Southwest area is the $1.00 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at 1420 3rd Ave SW in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Historic Southwest apartment is the 2BR Model at Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic starting at $1,700 with a $1.07 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.
1420 3rd Ave SW4 Beds, 2 baths4BR,2BA$1.00
Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic2BR2BR,2.5BA$1.07
Crystal Bay TownhomesExcelsior3BR,2BA$1.26
1144 Center St W, Unit #11144 Center St W2BR,1BA$1.25
1st Avenue Flats2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.50
TwentyFirst Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.49
Sunshine Highland Block2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.27
1309 3rd Ave SW, Unit 41309 3rd Ave SW2BR,1BA$1.15
Homestead Village Townhomes2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.36
DM Communities - Rochester2nd Street Villas Apartment1BR,1BA$1.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Historic Southwest, Rochester, MN

Ranked #3

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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 195 Apartments for Rent in Historic Southwest, MN with pricing that ranges from $650 to $5,353. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Historic Southwest ranging from $800 to $3,100.

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 $800 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,627.

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 $995 to $5,353, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.