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Apartments under $1,300 for Rent in Rochester, MN

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  4. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $1,381
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,291 - $1,295
    Required Monthly Fees$89
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,380 - $1,384

    The Rosewater

    1155 Felty Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904
    (507) 824-4950
  9. |
    1 BED
    $1,295
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Nue 52

    6717 Gaillardia Dr NW, Rochester, MN 55901
    (507) 516-5887
  14. 1 BED
    $999+
    2 BEDS
    $1,099+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$940 - $1,300
    Required Monthly Fees$59
    Total Monthly Price$999 - $1,359
         - 12 Month Lease

    The Gates of Rochester

    2015 41st St NW, Rochester, MN 55901
    (507) 516-7194
  15. STUDIO
    $930+
    1 BED
    $1,010+
    2 BEDS
    $1,115+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$865 - $1,130
    Required Monthly Fees$65
    Total Monthly Price$930 - $1,195
         - 12 Month Lease

    Heritage Manor Apartments

    2408 18 1/2 Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901
    (507) 486-4563
  31. 2 BEDS
    $1,140+
    3 BEDS
    $1,380+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,060 - $1,300
    Required Monthly Fees$80
    Total Monthly Price$1,140 - $1,380
         - 12 Month Lease

    Olympik Village Apartments

    402 31st St, Rochester, MN 55906
    (507) 512-7304
  39. Building Photo - The Beacon
    STUDIO
    $900
    Plus Fees

    The Beacon

    431 3rd Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904
  40. Building Photo - The Ida
    1 BED
    $1,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,100 - $1,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,100 - $1,400

    The Ida

    1226-1232 4th Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902
  41. 2 BEDS
    $935
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$925
    Required Monthly Fees$10
    Total Monthly Price$935
         - 12 Month Lease

    Chester Estates

    1463-1537 6th Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904
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Living & Renting in Rochester

Rochester at a Glance

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$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

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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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John Adams Middle

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Grades 6-8
731 Students
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Washington Elementary

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Grades K-5
332 Students

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