
Cheap Homes for Rent in Rochester, MN from $700 (21 Rentals)
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1816 34th St NW

1015 8th Ave NW

1015 8th Ave NW

1816 34th St NW

354 Elton Hills Dr NW
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1807 Greenfield Ln SW, Unit 1

4733 14th Ave NW, Unit 4

2106 Valleyhigh Dr NW, Unit 108

220 Broadway Ave S

4049 18th Ave NW

1309 3rd St NE

410 6th Ave SW, Unit M2

525 8th St NW
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1513 4th St NE

4043 18th Ave NW

1800 43rd St NW

4445 Portage St NW

6450 37th Ave NW, Unit 115

707 11th Ave NE

2841 19th Ave NW
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Rochester, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Rochester?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rochester 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,222 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Rochester 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,037 | $1,650 | $3,225 |
Rochester 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,502 | $1,800 | $3,875 |
Rochester 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,241 | $1,875 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, MN
Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, MN area range in price from $775 to $11,010 with an overall median price of $2,296. The three Rochester neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Meadow Park at $775, East Rochester at $775, and Historic Southwest at $775. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rochester Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Meadow Park | $1,941 | $775 | 130 |
East Rochester | $1,979 | $775 | 202 |
Historic Southwest | $1,987 | $775 | 153 |
Kutzky Park | $2,007 | $775 | 148 |
Mayo Clinic | $2,007 | $775 | 137 |
Uptown Rochester | $2,007 | $845 | 44 |
Downtown Rochester | $2,015 | $775 | 96 |
Forest Knoll Heritage | $2,214 | $1,340 | 15 |
Northwest Rochester | $2,330 | $915 | 281 |
North Rochester | $4,475 | $775 | 488 |
Cheapest Available Rochester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rochester, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at DM Communities - Rochester in the Meadow Park neighborhood priced from $795. Meadow Park Apartments in the Meadow Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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DM Communities - Rochester | Full Studio | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Meadow Park Apartments | Classic One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
The Colby | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Winchester Apartments & Townhomes | OHara | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
The Midtown Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, MN
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $1.11 price per square foot 3 BD/1.5BA Model at The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Kutzky Park neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Rochester 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 Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes | 3 BD/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic | 2BR | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
Georgetowne Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
106 14th St NE, Unit Basement Duplex | 106 14th St NE | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
The Quarters | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Harvestview Place II | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
Cottages of Stewartville | 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Dakota Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Heritage Manor Apartments | Sunflower | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
DM Communities - Rochester | Full Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rochester
What type of rentals are currently available in Rochester?
There are currently 251 Apartments for Rent in Rochester, MN with pricing that ranges from $775 to $11,010. There are also 106 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rochester ranging from $750 to $50,000.
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 $750 to $50,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,430.
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 $995 to $11,010, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $3,225. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,395.
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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