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  24. Building Photo - The Ida
    Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $1,200

    The Ida

    1226-1232 4th Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902
  25. Building Photo - The Graham
    STUDIO
    $925

    The Graham

    108 16th St SE, Rochester, MN 55904
  26. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    STUDIO
    $775

    The Parker

    101 E Center St, Rochester, MN 55904
  29. STUDIO
    $400+
    1 BED
    $775+

    105 Main St S

    105 Main St S, Stewartville, MN 55976
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Living & Renting in Rochester

Rochester at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,420
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64

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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

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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

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Willow Creek Middle

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Grades 6-8
890 Students

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