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Apartments under $1,200 for Rent in Rochester, MN

131 Rentals
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  5. Exceptional Value
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    1 BED
    $995+
    2 BEDS
    $1,145+
    3 BEDS
    $1,195+
    Plus Fees

    Essex Place

    937 41st St NW, Rochester, MN 55901
    (507) 580-0370
  7. Building Photo - The Gates of Rochester
    1 BED
    $958+
    2 BEDS
    $1,114+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$899 - $1,160
    Required Monthly Fees$59
    Total Monthly Price$958 - $1,219
         - 12 Month Lease

    The Gates of Rochester

    2015 41st St NW, Rochester, MN 55901
    (507) 516-7194
  15. 2 BEDS
    $1,115
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,035 - $1,060
    Required Monthly Fees$80
    Total Monthly Price$1,115 - $1,140
         - 12 Month Lease

    Olympik Village Apartments

    402 31st St, Rochester, MN 55906
    (507) 512-7304
  16. 2 BEDS
    $1,035
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$970 - $1,130
    Required Monthly Fees$65
    Total Monthly Price$1,035 - $1,195
         - 12 Month Lease

    Heritage Manor Apartments

    2408 18 1/2 Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901
    (507) 486-4563
  19. Building Photo - The Ida
    1 BED
    $1,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,200 - $1,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,200 - $1,400

    The Ida

    1226-1232 4th Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902
  20. Building Photo - The Beacon
    STUDIO
    $900
    Plus Fees

    The Beacon

    431 3rd Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904
  23. STUDIO
    $895+
    1 BED
    $1,095+
    Plus Fees

    Zick Apartments

    603 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55902
  25. 1 BED
    $950
    Plus Fees

    2nd St Flats

    221-229 19th Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902
  29. STUDIO
    $400+
    1 BED
    $675+
    Plus Fees

    105 Main St S

    105 Main St S, Stewartville, MN 55976
  35. Building Photo - 101 Center E St
    STUDIO, 0.5 BATH
    $875
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$875
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$875
         - 1 Month Lease

    101 Center E St Unit 417

    101 Center E St, Rochester, MN 55904
  36. Building Photo - 1600 Marion Rd SE
    STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $925
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$925
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$925
         - 1 Month Lease

    1600 Marion Rd SE Unit 10

    1600 Marion Rd SE, Rochester, MN 55904
  37. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $945
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$945
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$945
         - 12 Month Lease

    2604 4th Ave NE Unit 5

    2604 4th Ave NE, Rochester, MN 55906
  38. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$950
         - 12 Month Lease

    2216 18 1/2 Ave NW Unit 1

    2216 18 1/2 Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901
  39. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $945
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$945
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$945
         - 12 Month Lease

    1309 3rd Ave SW Unit 3

    1309 3rd Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902
  40. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,060
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,060
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,060
         - 12 Month Lease

    2825 56th St NW Unit C

    2825 56th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901
  42. Building Photo - Prime Downtown Rochester 2BR
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$900

    Prime Downtown Rochester 2BR Unit 2

    223 8th Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904
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Living & Renting in Rochester

Rochester at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,418
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Some Transit

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Transportation in Rochester
64

Somewhat Bikeable

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Rochester, MN Apartments for Rent

Rochester, Minnesota, anchored by the world-renowned Mayo Clinic, combines medical innovation with natural beauty along the Zumbro River. The city's landscape features rolling bluffs and an extensive parks system with over 100 sites spanning 5 square miles and 85 miles of paved trails.

With an average rent of $1,418 for a one-bedroom apartment, Rochester offers housing options throughout its diverse neighborhoods. The downtown area buzzes with activity, while areas like Lincolnshire and Country Club Manor provide different atmospheres. The city features the University of Minnesota Rochester and Rochester Community and Technical College campuses, along with public schools serving the community. Rochester's robust public transportation system and four-season climate complement its parks, trails, and growing urban amenities.

Why Rochester?

  • The impressive Mayo Civic Center hosts exhibits, tournaments, concerts, and other events.
  • Rochester is home to the Olmsted County Fairgrounds, site of the fair, farmer’s markets, and more.
  • Mayowood Mansion, built by the co-founder of Mayo Clinic, is an impressive historic house museum.
  • Rochester’s stable economy centers around the Mayo Clinic, which employs nearly 30,000 people.
  • Several college campuses are located in Rochester, including the University of Minnesota Rochester.
  • Beautiful Rochester is pedestrian and bike friendly with 85 miles of paved trails and a huge park system.

Renting in Rochester

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Getting Around Rochester

Transportation

51

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
64

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

Public University
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John Adams Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
731 Students
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Washington Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
332 Students

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