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

214 Rentals
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  3. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $1,377
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,287 - $1,291
    Required Monthly Fees$90
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,377 - $1,381

    The Rosewater

    1155 Felty Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904
    (507) 824-4950
  7. $150 Off
    Price Drop. $150 Off
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    1 BED
    $1,045+
    2 BEDS
    $1,145+
    3 BEDS
    $1,195+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,045 - $1,495
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,045 - $1,495

    Essex Place

    937 41st St NW, Rochester, MN 55901
    (507) 580-0370
  12. 1 BED
    $989+
    2 BEDS
    $1,114+
    3 BEDS
    $1,289+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$930 - $1,300
    Required Monthly Fees$59
    Total Monthly Price$989 - $1,359
         - 12 Month Lease

    The Gates of Rochester

    2015 41st St NW, Rochester, MN 55901
    (507) 516-7194
  14. STUDIO
    $1,270+
    1 BED
    $1,295+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,230 - $1,355
    Required Monthly Fees$40
    Total Monthly Price$1,270 - $1,395

    5th on 5th Apartments

    510 5th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902
    (507) 486-4396
  20. Interior Photo - The Manor at Med City
    1 BED
    $1,360+
    2 BEDS
    $1,435+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,225 - $1,300
    Required Monthly Fees$135
    Total Monthly Price$1,360 - $1,435

    The Manor at Med City

    1505 Marion Rd SE, Rochester, MN 55904
    (507) 486-4512
  21. Building Photo - Meadow Park Apartments
    1 BED
    $995+
    2 BEDS
    $895+
    3 BEDS
    $1,095+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$895 - $1,325
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$895 - $1,325

    Meadow Park Apartments

    412 14th St SE, Rochester, MN 55904
    (952) 206-9764
  24. STUDIO
    $975+
    1 BED
    $1,025+
    2 BEDS
    $1,135+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$910 - $1,150
    Required Monthly Fees$65
    Total Monthly Price$975 - $1,215
         - 12 Month Lease

    Heritage Manor Apartments

    2408 18 1/2 Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901
    (507) 486-4563
  25. 2 BEDS
    $1,130+
    3 BEDS
    $1,305+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,050 - $1,515
    Required Monthly Fees$80
    Total Monthly Price$1,130 - $1,595
         - 12 Month Lease

    Olympik Village Apartments

    402 31st St, Rochester, MN 55906
    (507) 512-7304
  32. Building Photo - Newhouse
    STUDIO
    $1,025+
    1 BED
    $1,025+
    Plus Fees

    Newhouse

    855 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55902
  33. Building Photo - The Ida
    STUDIO
    $1,000+
    1 BED
    $1,200+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000 - $1,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000 - $1,400

    The Ida

    1226-1232 4th Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902
  36. 1 BED
    $1,295
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,295 - $1,320
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,295 - $1,320

    The Riverview

    211 1st St NE, Rochester, MN 55906
  38. STUDIO
    $895+
    1 BED
    $895+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$895 - $1,095
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$895 - $1,095

    Zick Apartments

    603 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55902
  40. 1 BED
    $950
    Plus Fees

    2nd St Flats

    221-229 19th Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902
  42. 2 BEDS
    $1,260
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,250
    Required Monthly Fees$10
    Total Monthly Price$1,260
         - 12 Month Lease

    Carty Family Apartments

    2721-2801 56th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901
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Living & Renting in Rochester

Rochester at a Glance

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$1,437
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Some Transit

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Rochester, MN Apartments for Rent

Rochester is the birthplace and home of the world-renowned Mayo Clinic, making it a national center for healthcare and a hub for medical innovation since 1864. Those looking for apartments for rent in Rochester will find a city that delivers genuine Midwestern hospitality along the rolling bluffs of the Zumbro River's south fork. As Minnesota's third-most populous city with over 121,000 residents, Rochester features an extensive network of climate-controlled skyways and subterranean walkways that connect downtown buildings, allowing comfortable navigation year-round regardless of the weather.

Renting in Rochester provides access to more than 100 parks spanning five square miles and 85 miles of paved recreational trails, including scenic paths along Bear Creek and the Zumbro River. The city's apartment communities range from the architecturally rich Historic Southwest district to the Heart of the City neighborhood near downtown. Residents enjoy convenient access to the restored Chateau Theatre, Rochester Art Center, and Thursdays Downtown summer festivals featuring local food vendors and artists. The presence of University of Minnesota Rochester and Rochester Community and Technical College adds educational opportunities, while major employers like Mayo Clinic contribute to the area's median household income of $83,057. Highway access and the city's compact 58-square-mile layout make commuting straightforward for those working throughout the Rochester metropolitan area.

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.
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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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Rochester Off-Campus Charter High School

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Rochester Stem Academy

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Washington Elementary

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