Cheap Homes for Rent in the Historic Southwest Neighborhood of Rochester, MN from $1,100 (10 Rentals)

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

property at 1807 Greenfield Ln SW

$1,130

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$1,130

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 8

1807 Greenfield Ln SW, Unit 1

1807 Greenfield Ln SW
RochesterMN55902
property at 2094 11th Ave SE

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

2094 11th Ave SE

RochesterMN55904
property at 32 11th St NW

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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32 11th 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

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property at 410 6th Ave SW

$1,395

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$1,395

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

410 6th Ave SW, Unit M5

410 6th Ave SW
RochesterMN55902
property at 1929 3rd Ave NE

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1929 3rd Ave NE, Unit #2

1929 3rd Ave NE
RochesterMN55906
property at 101 8th Ave SE

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 4

101 8th Ave SE

RochesterMN55904
property at 1910 Center St W

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 4

1910 Center St W

RochesterMN55902
property at 415 15th Ave NE

$1,500

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$1,500

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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Oct 28

415 15th Ave NE

RochesterMN55906

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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 Sutton Place priced from $925. The Beacon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Historic Southwest apartments for rent in Rochester, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sutton Place1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$925
The BeaconStudioStudio,1BA$995
109 16th St NE2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic Southwest, MN

As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Historic Southwest area is the $1.18 price per square foot 2416 5th St SW Model at 2416 5th St SW, Unit B in the in the Historic Southwest neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Historic Southwest apartment is the 1131 7th Ave SW Model at 1131 7th Ave SW starting at $1,225 with a $0.94 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.
2416 5th St SW, Unit B2416 5th St SW3BR,2BA$1.18
1131 7th Ave SW1131 7th Ave SW2BR,1BA$0.94
Crystal Bay TownhomesLafayette2BR,1.5BA$1.39
Woodridge on SecondB1R2BR,2BA$1.47
1st Avenue Flats2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.32
The Riverview2bed/2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.51
TwentyFirst Ave2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.49
Homestead Village Townhomes2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Meadow Park ApartmentsModern Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.55
Sutton Place1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.41

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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

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Historic Southwest

What type of rentals are currently available in Historic Southwest?

There are currently 206 Apartments for Rent in Historic Southwest, MN with pricing that ranges from $725 to $4,259. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Historic Southwest ranging from $1,130 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 $1,130 to $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,034.

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 $1,250 to $4,163, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $2,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,395.

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