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property at 2604 4th Ave NE

2604 4th Ave NE, Unit 2

2604 4th Ave NE
RochesterMN55906
property at 4733 14th Ave NW

4733 14th Ave NW, Unit 4

4733 14th Ave NW
RochesterMN55901
property at 2011 Viking Dr NW

2011 Viking Dr NW, Unit 34

2011 Viking Dr NW
RochesterMN55901

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property at 2114 Valleyhigh Dr NW

2114 Valleyhigh Dr NW, Unit 208

2114 Valleyhigh Dr NW
RochesterMN55901
property at 22 7th St NW

22 7th St NW, Unit Upper

22 7th St NW
RochesterMN55901

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property at 410 6th Ave SW

410 6th Ave SW, Unit C3

410 6th Ave SW
RochesterMN55902
property at 6450 37th Ave NW

6450 37th Ave NW

RochesterMN55901
property at 215 Elton Hills Dr NW

215 Elton Hills Dr NW, Unit 6

215 Elton Hills Dr NW
RochesterMN55901

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property at 1910 Center St W

1910 Center St W

RochesterMN55902

Rochester, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rochester, MN

Pricing Updated: 09/15/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Rochester, MN area range in price from $750 to $4,475 with an overall median price of $2,407. The three Rochester neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Rochester at $750, Historic Southwest at $750, and Kutzky Park at $750. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rochester Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East Rochester$2,058$750245
Historic Southwest$2,067$750194
Kutzky Park$2,067$750196
Uptown Rochester$2,079$82570
Mayo Clinic$2,092$750188
Meadow Park$2,148$750168
Northwest Rochester$2,330$925310
Forest Knoll Heritage$2,359$1,32517
Downtown Rochester$2,395$750135
North Rochester$4,475$750567

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. The Colby in the Historic Southwest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rochester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
DM Communities - RochesterFull Studio1BR,1BA$795
The Colby1bd/1ba1BR,1BA$825
Zick ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$845
Meadow Park ApartmentsClassic One Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Lobb Field ApartmentsE1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rochester, MN

As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rochester area is the $1.14 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2 baths Model at 1420 3rd Ave SW in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Rochester apartment is the 2 BD with den/1.5BA Model at The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes starting at $1,850 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Kutzky 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.
1420 3rd Ave SW4 Beds, 2 baths4BR,2BA$1.14
The Brittany's Apartments and Townhomes2 BD with den/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.11
Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic2BR2BR,2.5BA$1.07
Georgetowne Homes3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.17
The Riverview3bed/2bathroom3BR,2BA$1.27
Harvestview Place II3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.24
1144 Center St W, Unit #11144 Center St W2BR,1BA$1.25
Cottages of Stewartville2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Colonial Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Olympik Village ApartmentsAthena2BR,1.5BA$1.24

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Rochester, MN
Population: 116,961

Ranked #243

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rochester, MN

Ranked #29

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rochester

What type of rentals are currently available in Rochester?

There are currently 280 Apartments for Rent in Rochester, MN with pricing that ranges from $750 to $4,475. There are also 112 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rochester ranging from $875 to $4,750.

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 $875 to $4,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,991.

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 $4,358, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,529 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,900.

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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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.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.