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Average Rent in Rochester, MN & Rent Trends
Rent prices and market trends across 9 apartment communities in Rochester, MN. Updated daily.
Market Average
$2,072/mo
▼ 0.5% from last month
Lowest Available
$1,080/mo
cheapest unit on market
Communities
9
tracked daily
Units Listed
48
available now
Rent by Neighborhood in Rochester, MN
Compare average rent across Rochester, MN neighborhoods. Click any area to see detailed trends.
| Neighborhood | Avg Rent | From | Properties | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester 55902 | $2,016 | $1,692 | 2 | 41 |
| Rochester 55901 | $1,951 | $950 | 5 | 62 |
| Rochester 55904 | $1,592 | $1,125 | 3 | 15 |
Is Rent Going Up or Down in Rochester, MN?
As of June 2026, the average rent in Rochester, MN is $2,072 per month across 9 apartment communities and 48 available units. Rents have decreased $10 (0.5%) over the past month.
The most affordable option is Gates of Rochester Apartments starting at $1,080/mo. By unit type, a 2-bedroom averages $2,072/mo.
Prices range from $1,080 to $3,536 per month. The most common price point is the $1,800 range, where 18 units are currently listed.
Rochester, MN Rent Price History
Rent Price Distribution
Rent by Bedroom Type in Rochester, MN
Rent Prices by Apartment in Rochester, MN
| Property | Starting at | Average | Units | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gates of Rochester Apartments | $1,080/mo | $1,155/mo | 4 | 3.7 |
| Homestead Village Townhomes | $1,125/mo | $1,125/mo | 1 | 3.5 |
| Summit Square | $1,240/mo | $1,240/mo | 1 | 4.3 |
| Quarry Ridge Apartments | $1,655/mo | $1,707/mo | 7 | 4.5 |
| Eastwood Ridge | $1,786/mo | $1,887/mo | 2 | 4.6 |
| Cascade Shores Townhomes + Flats | $1,797/mo | $1,903/mo | 14 | 4.5 |
| Avalon Cove Townhomes | $1,892/mo | $1,999/mo | 8 | 4.3 |
Google Search Trends for Rochester, MN Apartments
Search interest for apartments in this area over the past 12 months.
Search Interest Over Time
Frequently Asked Questions About Rent in Rochester, MN
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Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$83,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,072/mo.
Comfortable income
$99,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,080/mo), you need to earn at least $43,000/year.
Cost of living in Rochester, MN
We only have live rent data for Rochester, MN so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,072 |
| Estimated total | $2,072/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
Explore Rochester, MN Apartments
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