Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/22/2025
Rochesterâs metro rental market offers a diverse mix of apartments and singleâfamily homes that cater to a wide range of lifestyles and budgets. Apartment rentals are particularly strong, with studio units typically priced in the $1,200 range and oneâbedroom apartments hovering around the $1,400 mark. Larger floor plans see a steady rise, as twoâbedroom apartments average in the $1,800 range, threeâbedrooms approach $2,100, and premium fourâplus bedroom units can reach the $2,900 level. These figures reflect both average and median trends, indicating a balanced market where renters can find options that suit their financial comfort zones.
Singleâfamily houses also play a vital role in Rochesterâs rental landscape. Oneâbedroom homes are competitively priced near the $1,300 mark, while twoâbedroom houses average about $1,600. Families looking for more space often choose threeâbedroom homes, which generally sit in the $2,000 range, and larger fourâplus bedroom houses typically see median rents around $2,400. The cityâs wellâplanned neighborhoods, close proximity to major medical centers, shopping districts, and parks, make these rental options especially appealing. Whether youâre seeking a modern apartment near downtown or a spacious house in a familyâfriendly suburb, Rochesterâs metro area provides a reliable and attractive rental environment backed by steady market trends.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $1,189 | $1,210 | $550 - $1,949 | $925 - $1,350 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,422 | $1,450 | $250 - $3,095 | $1,117 - $1,650 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,822 | $1,697 | $800 - $4,354 | $1,475 - $2,059 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $2,062 | $1,823 | $1,175 - $10,544 | $1,525 - $2,079 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $14,420 | $1,387 | $1,150 - $79,900 | $1,200 - $1,500 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,694 | $1,675 | $879 - $2,300 | $1,500 - $1,900 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $2,101 | $2,000 | $1,050 - $4,000 | $1,800 - $2,300 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,737 | $2,450 | $1,600 - $6,800 | $2,100 - $3,200 |
In the current period, the average rent in Rochester, MN was $1,190 for Studio, $2,151 for 1 Bedroom, $1,793 for 2 Bedroom, $2,091 for 3 Bedroom, and $2,674 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.