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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Spacious floor plan
  • Off-street parking, ample street parking
  • Pet friendly
  • Updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartments

Location

537 Northern Hills Dr Ne, Rochester, MN 55906, USA
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Management

Black Swan Living

Leasing office

(844) 332-5934 ext. 7766

Property Overview

Northern Hills Apartments presents a strong option for renters, with an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.4 out of 10, driven by a competitive price rating of 10.0 that reflects great value. The property features off-street parking, spacious floor plans, and a pet-friendly environment, complemented by its high location rating of 9.0, providing easy access to schools and amenities. With transparency reflected in its trustworthiness rating of 8.0, potential renters can expect a well-managed living experience.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Northern Hills Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Northern Hills Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
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Floor plans

Northern Hills Apartments - 52 bed1 bath711 sqft$1,195 /mo** Fill out our FREE application now and take the first step towards securing your dream home! ** *Unit pricing based on availability. Contact our Leasing Team today to learn more. Restrictions Apply.* Welcome Home. Welcome to comfort and convenience in these updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartments located in the heart of Northeast Rochester. Each unit includes in-unit laundry, central heat and air, and a dishwasher. Enjoy the privacy of an exterior walk-up entrance and a spacious floor plan. Off-street parking is located just behind the building, as well as ample street parking right out front. Located just off North Broadway Ave, with a bus stop nearby, these apartments offer excellent access to downtown, transit, and more. BIG DOGS WELCOME! Your pets deserve a home too. That's why all Black Swan Living properties are pet friendly, with no size or breed restrictions. Pets allowed with approval and pet rent. Enjoy flexible, personalized lease terms, typically with a 6 month minimum.

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Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Application Fee

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Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

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Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

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About Northern Hills Apartments

HomeApartments in Rochester Northern Hills Apartments

** Fill out our FREE application now and take the first step towards securing your dream home! ** *Unit pricing based on availability. Contact our Leasing Team today to learn more. Restrictions Apply.* Welcome Home. Welcome to comfort and convenience in these updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartments located in the heart of Northeast Rochester. Each unit includes in-unit laundry, central heat and air, and a dishwasher. Enjoy the privacy of an exterior walk-up entrance and a spacious floor plan. Off-street parking is located just behind the building, as well as ample street parking right out front. Located just off North Broadway Ave, with a bus stop nearby, these apartments offer excellent access to downtown, transit, and more. BIG DOGS WELCOME! Your pets deserve a home too. That's why all Black Swan Living properties are pet friendly, with no size or breed restrictions. Pets allowed with approval and pet rent. Enjoy flexible, personalized lease terms, typically with a 6 month minimum. Residents are responsible for electricity, $60 Wifi charge, renter's insurance, and a property service fee of $80 per month. Ability to end lease for free if moving for homeownership, ask us about details! Black Swan Living is proud to be locally owned and owner managed. Contact us now to schedule your private virtual or in-person tour! Brokered by Keller Williams Premier Realty-Rochester.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Northern Hills Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Northern Hills Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Northern Hills Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Northern Hills Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Northern Hills Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Northern Hills Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Northern Hills Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Northern Hills Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Rochester

2-bedroom apartments at Northern Hills Apartments cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Rochester.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Rochester
A table of studio rental data trends in Rochester
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,141
January 2024$1,141
February 2024$1,141
March 2024$1,141
April 2024$1,124
May 2024$1,105
June 2024$1,171
July 2024$1,105
August 2024$1,105
September 2024$1,146
October 2024$1,171
November 2024$1,166
December 2024$1,149
January 2025$1,172
February 2025$1,195
March 2025$1,174
April 2025$1,158
May 2025$1,167
June 2025$1,160
July 2025$1,080
August 2025$1,180
September 2025$1,195
October 2025$1,218
November 2025$1,198
December 2025$1,225

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,195.
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Schools near Northern Hills Apartments

Churchill Elementary School

2240 7th ave ne

rochester, MN, 55906

PK, K-2Public
A-

Hoover Elementary School

369 elton hills dr nw

rochester, MN, 55901

3-5Public
B

Washington Elementary School

1200 11th ave nw

rochester, MN, 55901

K-5Public
B+

Early Childhood Intervention

615 7th street sw

rochester, MN, 55902

PKPublic

Lincoln K-8 School

1122 8th ave se

rochester, MN, 55904

K-8Public
A-
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Rochester near 537 Northern Hills Dr Ne

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 537 Northern Hills Dr Ne, Rochester

Groceries

2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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