RCTC believes selecting housing during your education is an important part of your college experience. Since we are a commuter campus, we encourage you to explore the array of housing options in Rochester, including housing options dedicated to students. Rochester has a good city bus system that frequently stops at the campus.
Disclaimer: Rochester Community and Technical College makes no representation whatsoever regarding the housing or the landlords listed on this page. The properties listed are done so at the request of the landlords to assist students in locating possible off-campus housing opportunities. Students are responsible for inspecting the property and negotiating lease terms with any landlord. Rochester Community and Technical College has not inspected or investigated these listings or landlords in any way and is not endorsing specific properties or landlords for students with these listings. Rochester Community and Technical College disclaims any responsibility for the condition of any premises, terms of any leases, treatment by any landlord, or compliance with any applicable local zoning ordinances.
| Property | Contact Information | Rent/Month | Bedrooms | Rochester Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayowood Acres | 507-258-4992 | $440 $640 $660 $1,135 | One Room-Shared Living Studio One Four | 3.7 miles from campus 1765 Restoration Rd SW |
| The Quarters at Rochester | 507-405-2890 | $490/person or $490/bedroom | Two Four | 1.3 miles from campus 826 21st Ave SE |
| Residences of Old Town Hall | 507-281-4668 | $725-$750 (all utilities included) | Efficiency (shared kitchen) | 2.5 miles from campus 607 E. Center St. |
| Bella Grove Apartments | 507-322-7127 | $750-$865 $975-$1025 $1250-$1385 | One Two Three | 8.5 miles from campus 4320 Marigold Pl NW |
| Silver Lake Apartments | 507-289-8982 | $775 $875 | Studio One | 3.7 miles from campus 1515 3rd Ave NE |
| Heritage Manor Apartments | 507-216-4547 | $775 $825 $875-$905 $900-$1030 | Efficiency Studio One Two | 6.6 miles from campus 2409 Highway 52 North |
| Olympik Village Apartments | 507-216-4743 | $800-$850 $950-$975 $1225 | One Two Three | 4.5 miles from campus 402 31st St NE |
| Civic Square Apartments | 507-280-4470 | $825+ $1150+ | One Two | 2.3 miles from campus 101 Civic Center Dr NE #101 |
| The Gates of Rochester | 507-216-4148 | $835-$865 $940-$1000 $1090 -- $1065 $1240 | One (apartment) Two (apartment) Three (apartment) -- Two (townhome) Three (townhome) | 6.6 miles from campus 2015 41st St. NW |
| River Glen Apartments | 507-328-0028 | $865-$1280 $1094-$1545 $1499-$2000 | One Two Three | 5.1 miles from campus 191 Sandbar Ct NE |
| Winchester Apartments | 507-322-4297 | $915 $1015 $1515-$1565 | One Two Three | 6.3 miles from campus 3908 19th Ave NW |
| Summit Square | 507-322-3536 | $934+ (includes heat) $1071+ (includes heat) | One Two | 5.9 miles from campus 936 41st St NW |
| 1st Avenue Flats | 507-512-5674 | $1040 $1050-$1250 | One Two | 3.2 miles from campus 400 1st Ave NW |
| TLE Townhomes | 507-838-1653 | $1100 | Two | 4.3 miles from campus 2827 Northern Valley Dr. NE |
| TwentyFirst Ave Apartments | 507-289-6830 | $1140 $1340 | One Two | 1.1 mile from campus 875 21st Ave SE |
| The Villages at Essex Park | 833-855-0678 | $1145+ $1574+ $1743+ | One Two Three | 5.7 miles from campus 937 41st St. NW |
| 5th on 5th Apartments | 507-282-1460 | $1150 $1325 $1450 $1475 | Studio 1 bedroom 1 bedroom with balcony 1 bedroom with den | 2.7 miles from campus 510 5th St SW |
| Med City Apartments | 507-369-2140 | $1175 $1325 | One Two | 4.0 miles from campus 214 16th Avenue SW |
| Residence at Discovery Square | 507-995-1557 | $1200 $1695 $2100 | Studio 1 bedroom with den 2 bedroom | 2.7 miles from campus 511 3rd Ave SW |
| Kascade Place Apartments | 507-242-1400 | $1200+ $1420+ | One Two | 11 miles from campus 6520 Clarkia Dr. NW |
| The Vista at South Broadway | 507-216-4617 | $1215+ $1300-$1500+ $1542+ | Studio One Two | 4.6 miles from campus 560 28th St. SE |
| NUE52 | 507-218-2017 | $1250 $1475 | One Two | 11.3 miles from campus 6717 Gaillardia Dr. NW |
| The Pines of Rochester | 507-226-3302 | $1250 $1399 $1650 $2650 | Studio One Two Three | 8.6 miles from campus 4880 Pines View Place NW |
| Edgewood Apartments | 507-388-9375 | $1295 | Four | 1.8 miles from campus 873 16th Ave SE |
| Richard Apartments | 507-272-9620 | $1295 $1325 $1425 | 1 bedroom 1 bedroom with balcony 1 bedroom with den | 2.8 miles from campus 11 7th Ave SW |
| The Park (Kutzky Park) | 507-322-1100 | $1295-$1445 $1445-$1595 $1600+ | Studio One Two | 3.9 miles from campus 408 8 ½ Ave NW |
| Eastwood Ridge | 507-322-3835 | $1325+ $1460+ $1665+ | Studio One Two | 1.2 miles from campus 3043 Towne Club Park way SE |
| SoRoc on Maine | 833-995-2235 | $1350+ $1680+ $2170+ | One Two Three | 7 miles from campus 4850 Maine Ave SE |
| Sunset Trail Apartments | 507-204-9784 | $1350+ Call for Details $2130+ | One Two Three | 9 miles from campus 3639 41st St. NW |
| Quarry Ridge Apartments | 507-517-3833 | Call for Details $1493 Call for Details $1730 | Studio One Two Three | 5.6 miles from campus 1805 Quarry Ridge Place NW |
| The Boulders | 507-258-7800 | $1499+ $1734+ | One Two | 6.5 miles from campus 350 Boulder Rd SE |
| French Creek Townhomes | 507-216-4605 | $1550+ $1650-$1700 | Two Three | 6.6 miles from campus 2000 Chardonnay Ln NW |
| Crystal Bay Townhomes | 507-216-4828 | $1585-$1765 Call for Details | Two Three | 5 miles from campus 2301 Crystal Bay Ct SW |
| Timberland Heights | 507-216-4402 | Call for Details | Call for Details | 6.1 miles from campus 1515 41st St. NW |
There are numerous online tools for searching for rental apartments in the Rochester area. Map-based searching will help you find just what you’re looking for. You can customize your search, and your results will be refreshed in a flash. Browse apartment communities in real-time, with photos, floor plans, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before choosing a place to live off campus?
- Leases – The basic agreement between you and the owner of rental property is a lease. A lease is a binding legal agreement that is enforceable through the legal system. If you move before the end of the lease term and the landlord has performed properly, you may be legally responsible to pay for the remainder of the lease.
- Deposits (security or damage) – Most owners require you to deposit a sum of money when you rent a unit. Deposits generally range in amount from one half to a full month’s rent. This is designed to reimburse the owner for any damage to the unit or for failure to pay rent. At the end of the tenancy, the owner must return the deposit plus interest or submit an explanation why the deposit or any part of it has been withheld. You should find out the exact purpose for which the deposit will be used and the circumstances affecting its refund. This should be clearly stated in the written lease, which you sign.
- Renter’s Insurance – Renter’s insurance is an item you should purchase. Landlord’s property insurance does not cover your personal property. If you cannot afford to replace your belongings if they are damaged, lost, or stolen, then you should look into buying a policy. If you are still on your parent/guardian’s insurance, the least expensive policies can be added to theirs. If these alternatives are not available to you, you can purchase personal property insurance from many insurance agencies.
- Additional Information and Rental Facts – A good source of information about landlord/tenant law is the handbook, Landlords and Tenants: Rights and Responsibilities (http://www.ag.state.mn.us/Brochures/pubLandlordTenants.pdf) , a publication available from the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office.
What should I ask before renting off-campus housing?
- Rent – How much; When it is due; Starting date?
- Deposit – How much; How will it be used; How and when is it refunded?
- Damages – Who pays for breakage or other damages over and above normal wear and tear- individuals or all occupants?
- Subletting – Is it permitted; What is the procedure?
- Roommates – Should all roommates sign the lease; Are roommates responsible for only a portion of the rent; If someone moves out must the remaining roommates make up the difference?
- Alterations – May the unit be altered, such as painted; Can you hang pictures on the wall (and how)?
- Laundry Facilities – Are they available and are there any restrictions?
- Noise Restrictions – For musical instruments, stereo, TV, or social events?
- Inspection by Landlord – When may the landlord enter your unit; How much notice must be given?
- Parking – Is it available; Is it included in the rent or is it an added charge?
- Pets – Are pets allowed; Is there an added charge for having a pet?
- Utilities – What utilities are included in the rent; How much is the installation fee for those not included; What are the billing and payment procedures?
- Smoking – Is smoking allowed in the building or not? Drifting smoke from a neighboring unit could be harmful to your health or just a nuisance. Find smoke free apartments here http://mnsmokefreehousing.org/smoke-free-housing-directory/
What should I know before I sign a lease?
- If the landlord makes any promises or representation about the apartment, have them put it in writing! Make sure the lease reflects the fact that you will have new furniture, parking is guaranteed, etc. Verbal contracts can be impossible to enforce; some leases expressly preclude verbal agreements.
- Don’t sign a lease until you are certain you want the place. It can be difficult and/or expensive to cancel a lease once it’s signed.
- Don’t commit yourself to a place you can’t afford! Each fall, there are students who have rented a multi-bedroom place in the spring and still have not been able to round up enough house mates to make the payments. Anyone who has signed the lease remains legally liable for the full rent.
- Be sure to get a copy of the signed lease from your landlord and keep it in a safe place. The landlord is required by law to give you a copy. You may need it for future reference if any problems occur during the term of the lease.
- Before signing the lease or paying any money, you should inspect the property with the landlord and a witness. You should also be allowed to inspect the utilities – the appliances, the electrical system, the plumbing, heating and lights – as well as locks and windows. Write down all existing damages. Both you and the landlord should sign and date the list. You may also want to videotape or take photographs to document your descriptions. This list will prevent the landlord from trying to charge you for these damages when you move out. Landlords can refuse to cooperate (these are not “rights” legally enforceable in court), but cooperation is advised. To have a list is in the best interest of both landlord and tenant, since it protects all parties if there is a disagreement about who is responsible for any repairs.
- The lease should state who is responsible for paying which utility bills. In some cases, the landlord pays for heat, electricity, and water. Sometimes the tenant is responsible for these bills. If this issue is not addressed in the lease, the tenant and landlord should work out their own understanding. It is good to put this agreement in writing, and have it signed by both parties. Information about utility shutoffs can be found in the handbook, Landlords and Tenants: Rights and Responsibilities (http://www.ag.state.mn.us/Brochures/pubLandlordTenants.pdf).
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