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Apartments under $1,500 for Rent in Rochester, MN

482 Rentals
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  2. Building Photo - The Lodge at Overland
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    |
    1 BED
    $1,503
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,430 - $2,554
    Required Monthly Fees$73
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,503 - $2,627

    The Lodge at Overland

    6635 Lodge View Rd NW, Rochester, MN 55901
    (507) 322-3164
  6. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    |
    1 BED
    $1,377
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,287 - $1,477
    Required Monthly Fees$90
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,377 - $1,567

    The Rosewater

    1155 Felty Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904
    (507) 824-4950
  11. |
    STUDIO
    $1,475
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,475 - $1,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,475 - $1,500

    Flats on 4th

    412 SE 3rd Ave, Rochester, MN 55904
    (507) 315-4183
  13. $150 Off
    Price Drop. $150 Off
    |
    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
  14. $200 Off
    Price Drop. $200 Off
    STUDIO
    $1,270+
    1 BED
    $1,395+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,270 - $1,445
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,270 - $1,445

    Residence at Discovery Square

    511 3rd Ave, Rochester, MN 55902
    (507) 486-4556
  15. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    |
    STUDIO
    $1,345+
    1 BED
    $1,495+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,345 - $1,595
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,345 - $1,595

    Nicholas Apartments

    722 W Center St, Rochester, MN 55902
    (507) 486-4366
  16. STUDIO
    $1,425+
    1 BED
    $1,495+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,425 - $1,695
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,425 - $1,695

    Metropolitan Market Place

    515 1st Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902
    (507) 405-2701
  19. 1 BED
    $1,440
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,365 - $1,458
    Required Monthly Fees$75
    Total Monthly Price$1,440 - $1,533

    Songhill41- Rent Specials

    3345 41st St NW, Rochester, MN 55901
    (507) 322-3722
  24. 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
  26. STUDIO
    $1,270+
    1 BED
    $1,295+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,230 - $1,505
    Required Monthly Fees$40
    Total Monthly Price$1,270 - $1,545

    5th on 5th Apartments

    510 5th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902
    (507) 486-4396
  36. Interior Photo - The Manor at Med City
    1 BED
    $1,360+
    2 BEDS
    $1,435+
    3 BEDS
    $1,615+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,225 - $1,480
    Required Monthly Fees$135
    Total Monthly Price$1,360 - $1,615

    The Manor at Med City

    1505 Marion Rd SE, Rochester, MN 55904
    (507) 486-4512
  37. 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
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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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Somewhat Bikeable

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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

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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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Rochester Off-Campus Charter High School

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Rochester Stem Academy

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Washington Elementary

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