Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on July 31, 2026
Average rent in
Rochester, MN
Average rent in
Last updated on July 31, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Rochester, MN rent stands today
Rochester, MN rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,600/month. Month over month, rents increased 3.2%, indicating some recent upward movement after a year of stability.
Compared to national trends
Rochester sits 17.1% more affordable than the $1,930/month national median, offering a mid-tier metro market with 208 total rentals available for choice.
Price ranges
Studios in Rochester rent for $1,195/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,314/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,500/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,950/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,400/month. Apartments make up 62% of rentals with a median of $1,392/month, while houses rent for a median of $2,095/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Rochester, MN, Baihly Meadows rents fell 59.9% year over year to $1,583/month across 19 rentals. Emerald Hills and Viking Hills also saw declines over 50%, contrasting with the citywide flat trend and showing localized market shifts.
Median rent
Median rent in Rochester
$1,600/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Rochester is $1,600 per month as of July 2026. This is 17% below the national average rent, or $330 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Rochester
208
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Rochester rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Rochester, MN
Average rent prices in Rochester have increased by 3% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Rochester, MN
Rent prices in Rochester vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Rochester is $1,392, whereas a house costs $2,095. 1-bedroom apartments in Rochester run $1,295 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,450.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,195 |  1% |  12% | |
1 bedroom | $1,314 | No Change | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $1,500 | No Change | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $1,950 | 1% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,400 | 1% | 9% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
East Side Pioneers | $1,732 | |
Folwell | $1,570 | |
Historic Southwest | $1,695 | |
John Adams | $1,500 | |
Kutzky Park | $1,250 | |
Lincolnshire Arbor Glen | $1,772 | |
Meadow Park | $1,652 | |
Northrup | $1,500 | |
Northwest Rochester | $1,670 | |
Slatterly Park | $1,497 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,392 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,350 | 7% | 10% | |
Houses | $2,095 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $878 | 7% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,195
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
12%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,314
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,950
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
9%
Historic Southwest
Average rent
$1,695
Kutzky Park
Average rent
$1,250
East Side Pioneers
Average rent
$1,732
Meadow Park
Average rent
$1,652
Northrup
Average rent
$1,500
Folwell
Average rent
$1,570
Slatterly Park
Average rent
$1,497
Lincolnshire Arbor Glen
Average rent
$1,772
John Adams
Average rent
$1,500
Northwest Rochester
Average rent
$1,670
Apartments
Average rent
$1,392
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
10%
Houses
Average rent
$2,095
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$878
Last 30 days
7%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Rochester, MN, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Rochester, MN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Rochester and Apple Valley by all bedroom counts and property types.
Rochester
17%lower than the national median
4%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Rochester, MN is 14% lower than the median rent in Apple Valley, MN.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,850
3%$995
4%$1,595
9%$1,655
1%$2,045
2%$2,337
12%$1,600
1%$1,225
3%$1,765
8%$1,639
9%$1,517
9%$1,748
1%Cost of living in Rochester, MN
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 2% higher |
| Groceries | 3% higher |
| Health | 4% higher |
| Housing | 2% higher |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 3% higher |
Discover rentals in Rochester, MN
4d ago
1609 10th St Se, Rochester, MN 55904
2 beds
1 bath
$925
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
309 27th St Ne, Rochester, MN 55906
2 beds
1 bath
$985
Apartment for rent
1h ago
931 41st St Nw, Rochester, MN 55901
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$2,145
Apartment for rent
7h ago
3906 18th Ave Nw, Rochester, MN 55901
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Baihly Meadows house for rent in Rochester
4 beds
3 baths
$4,400
House for rent
1d ago
123 6th Ave Se, Rochester, MN 55904
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,595–$4,208
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Rochester
4 beds
3 baths
$4,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Rochester
4 beds
3 baths
$4,000
House for rent
3h ago
705 1st Ave Sw, Rochester, MN 55902
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,625–$3,795
Apartment for rent
3h ago
449 E Center St, Rochester, MN 55904
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,645–$3,795
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1505 Marion Rd Se, Rochester, MN 55904
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,630
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Rochester
3 beds
3 baths
$2,550
House for rent
8h ago
211 1st St Ne, Rochester, MN 55906
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,250–$1,695
Apartment for rent
1d ago
621 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55902
1 bed
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
1d ago
807 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN 55902
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,650–$1,770
Apartment for rent
1d ago
508 4th St Sw, Rochester, MN 55902
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,170–$1,570
Apartment for rent
3h ago
705 1st Ave Sw, Rochester, MN 55902
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,625–$3,795
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1505 Marion Rd Se, Rochester, MN 55904
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,225–$1,630
Apartment for rent
1h ago
839 16th St Sw, Rochester, MN 55902
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,675–$2,200
Apartment for rent
6h ago
4871 Pines View Pl Nw, Rochester, MN 55901
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,499–$2,699
House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Rochester, MN
Quick answers to common questions about the Rochester rental market.
How much is rent in Rochester?
The average rent in Rochester is $1,600 per month as of July 25, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Rochester?
Average rent prices in Rochester have increased by 3% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Rochester rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Rochester is 17% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $330 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Rochester?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Rochester are Kutzky Park ($1,250/mo), Slatterly Park ($1,497/mo), and Northrup ($1,500/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Rochester?
To comfortably afford rent in Rochester, you'd need to earn approximately $64,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Rochester?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Rochester average around $1,380/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,530/month, both relatively stable year over year.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).