Cheap Homes for Rent in Rochester, MN from $800 (19 Rentals)

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property at 2604 4th Ave NE

$995

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$995

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2604 4th Ave NE

RochesterMN55906
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 1872 Deerhaven Ln NE

$1,145

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$1,145

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$1,145

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 10

1872 Deerhaven Ln 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

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property at 2312 Valleyhigh Dr NW

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 14

2312 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
property at 521 19th St NW

$1,295

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$1,295

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$1,295

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

521 19th St NW, Unit 31

521 19th St NW
RochesterMN55901
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 1808 42nd St NW

$1,360

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$1,360

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$1,360

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1808 42nd St NW

RochesterMN55901

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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 410 6th Ave SW

$1,395

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$1,395

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$1,395

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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410 6th Ave SW, Unit M5

410 6th Ave SW
RochesterMN55902
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 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

Available Aug 1

1929 3rd Ave NE, Unit #2

1929 3rd Ave NE
RochesterMN55906
property at 5916 Sandcherry Pl NW

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 11

5916 Sandcherry Pl NW

RochesterMN55901
property at 5109 Weatherstone Dr NW

$1,475

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$1,475

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$1,475

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 8

5109 Weatherstone Dr NW

RochesterMN55901

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property at 366 Elton Hills Dr NW

$1,495

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$1,495

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 4

366 Elton Hills Dr NW, Unit 15

366 Elton Hills Dr NW
RochesterMN55901

Rochester, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, MN

Pricing Updated: 07/28/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, MN area range in price from $825 to $4,348 with an overall median price of $2,902. The three Rochester neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Northwest Rochester at $995, Historic Southwest at $825, and East Rochester at $825. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rochester Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Northwest Rochester$1,823$995149
Historic Southwest$2,050$825187
East Rochester$2,191$825230
Meadow Park$2,280$825187
Mayo Clinic$2,495$825190
Forest Knoll Heritage$2,594$1,41013
Kutzky Park$3,295$825188
Downtown Rochester$3,775$825142
Uptown Rochester$4,241$90035
North Rochester$4,285$825403

Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, MN is a Studio unit found at Hillside Apartments in the Meadow Park neighborhood priced from $900. Zick Apartments in the Meadow Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $945. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hillside ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
Zick ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$945
Essex PlaceOne Bedroom - Finch1BR,1BA$945
Heritage Manor ApartmentsDaisyStudio,1BA$960
Meadow Park ApartmentsModern Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, MN

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $1.14 price per square foot 864 9th Ave SE Model at 864 9th Ave SE in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the 1131 7th Ave SW Model at 1131 7th Ave SW starting at $1,295 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Meadow Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
864 9th Ave SE864 9th Ave SE2BR,1BA$1.14
1131 7th Ave SW1131 7th Ave SW2BR,1BA$1.00
Avalon Cove TownhomesB1R Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.42
Georgetowne Homes2 Bedroom Income Restricted2BR,2BA$1.21
The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes2 BD/1 BA2BR,1BA$1.40
Dakota TownhomesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.35
2210 18 1/2 Ave NW2210 18 1/2 Ave NW2BR,1BA$1.06
812 1st St NW, Unit 2812 1st St NW2BR,1BA$1.22
Homestead Village Townhomes2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.36
The Gates of RochesterCarlyle1BR,1BA$1.42

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rochester

What type of rentals are currently available in Rochester?

There are currently 289 Apartments for Rent in Rochester, MN with pricing that ranges from $825 to $4,348. There are also 103 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rochester ranging from $825 to $4,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rochester?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rochester ranges from $825 to $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,049.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rochester?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rochester range from $1,170 to $4,241, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,599 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,495.

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