
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MN from $900 (27 Rentals)
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The Gates of Rochester

Bella Grove

Technology Park

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Winchester Apartments & Townhomes

Rochester Heights
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Forte Living of Rochester: 55+ Community!

3117 15th Ave NW

Crown Apartments

Vue North Apartments

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Songhill41- Rent Specials

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Dakota Townhomes
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6450 37th Ave NW

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Georgetowne Homes

The Pines | Specials Available | Townhomes For Rent

Harvestview Place II

ValleyHigh Flats

Green Arbor Commons
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Nue 52

ValleyHigh Flats II

Technology Park II

Summit Square

2607 55th St NW

Jordan Creek
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Carty Family Apartments

Jordan Creek and Mills

Georgetowne Square
Northwest Rochester, Rochester, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Rochester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,470 | $1,195 | $1,851 |
| Northwest Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,623 | $970 | $2,250 |
| Northwest Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,061 | $1,120 | $3,399 |
| Northwest Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,851 | $1,195 | $3,699 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MN.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Rochester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Rochester area of Rochester, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Essex Place priced from $970. The Gates of Rochester has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Northwest Rochester apartments for rent in Rochester, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Place | One Bedroom - Finch | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| The Gates of Rochester | Carlyle | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Rochester Heights | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,109 |
| Forte Living of Rochester: 55+ Community! | Forte II- Blue Jay | Studio,1BA | $1,221 |
| Crown Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath-First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Technology Park | 1 Bedroom A - Market | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Jordan Creek and Mills | Zumbro | 2BR,1BA | $1,328 |
| Technology Park II | 1 Bedroom A - MKT | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
| The Lodge at Overland | Durango | 1BR,1BA | $1,588 |
| Georgetowne Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,620 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Rochester, MN
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest 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 Northwest Rochester apartment is the The Maple - Townhome Model at The Pines | Specials Available | Townhomes For Rent starting at $2,599 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Northwest Rochester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest 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 |
| The Pines | Specials Available | Townhomes For Rent | The Maple - Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.88 |
| Georgetowne Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Songhill41- Rent Specials | Swan | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Jordan Creek and Mills | Zumbro | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Essex Place | One Bedroom - Canary | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Crown Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath-First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| The Gates of Rochester | Carlyle | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Technology Park | 1 Bedroom A - Market | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Rochester Heights | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Rochester Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northwest Rochester?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest Rochester is under $1,620.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Rochester?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Rochester is Essex Place which is listed at $970, while the average apartment in Northwest Rochester costs $1,957.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest Rochester?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 38 regular apartments in Northwest Rochester that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Northwest Rochester?
Cheap apartments in Northwest Rochester have an average cost of $345 which is $1,612 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Rochester.
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