Off-Campus Student Housing

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.

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	$500/person $660/person	Four Two	1.3 miles from campus 826 21st Ave SE
Styba Properties	507-474-7640	$800+ Call for details	One Two	Various Locations in Rochester
Silver Lake Apartments	507-289-8982	$820+ $925+	Studio One	3.7 miles from campus 1515 3rd Ave NE
Heritage Manor Apartments	507-216-4547	$835+ $900+ $985+	Studio One Two	6.6 miles from campus 2409 Highway 52 North
Olympik Village Apartments	507-216-4743	$865+ $965+ $1150+	One Two Three	4.5 miles from campus 402 31st St NE
The Gates of Rochester	507-216-4148	$885+ $970+ $1115+	One Two Three	6.6 miles from campus 2015 41st St. NW
Winchester Apartments	507-322-4297	$915+ $1030+ Call for Details	One Two Two & Three Bed Townhomes	6.3 miles from campus 3908 19th Ave NW
River Glen Apartments	507-328-0028	$925+ $1175 $1600	One Two Three	5.1 miles from campus 191 Sandbar Ct NE
Bella Grove Apartments *If full-time student, call for eligibility	507-322-7127	$950+ $1200+ $1450+	One Two Three	8.5 miles from campus 4320 Marigold Pl NW
Infinity Management Group	507-550-1052	$950+ $1200+ $1500+	One Two Three	Various Locations in Rochester
Technology Park Apartments	507-419-5167	$995+ $1210+ $1295+	Studio One Two	8.1 miles from campus 2712 Commerce Dr. NW
Rochester Heights	507-216-4402	$999+ $1149+ $1299+	One Two Three	6.1 miles from campus 1515 41st St. NW
Summit Square	507-322-3536	$1024+ $1225+	One Two	5.9 miles from campus 936 41st St NW
Civic Square Apartments	507-280-4470	$1050+ $1425+	One Two	2.3 miles from campus 101 Civic Center Dr NE #101
The Villages at Essex Park	833-855-0678	$1081+ $1229+ $1308+	One Two Three	5.7 miles from campus 937 41st St. NW
Quarry Ridge Apartments	507-870-3465	$1100+ $1508+ $1745+ $1938+	Studio One Two Three	5.6 miles from campus 1805 Quarry Ridge Place NW
Eastwood Ridge	507-322-3835	$1105+ $1545+ $1718+ $1930+	Studio One Two Three	1.2 miles from campus 3043 Towne Club Park way SE
5th on 5th Apartments	507-282-1460	$1175+ $1225+ $1525+ $1475+	Studio 1 bedroom 1 bedroom with balcony 1 bedroom with den	2.7 miles from campus 510 5th St SW
Songhill41 Apartments	507-514-6096	$1180+ $1299+ $1799+	Studio One Two	7.6 miles from campus 3345 41st St. NW
TwentyFirst Ave Apartments	507-289-6830	$1180+ $1380+	One Two	1.1 mile from campus 875 21st Ave SE
TLE Townhomes	507-838-1653	$1250+	Two	4.3 miles from campus 2827 Northern Valley Dr. NE
1st Avenue Flats	507-512-5674	$1260+ $1520+	One Two	3.2 miles from campus 400 1st Ave NW
The Pines of Rochester	507-226-3302	$1275+ $1415+ $1675+ $2650+	Studio One Two Three	8.6 miles from campus 4880 Pines View Place NW
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
SoRoc on Maine	855-746-4790	$1310+ $1572+ $1897+ $2015+	Studio One Two Three	7 miles from campus 4850 Maine Ave SE
Kascade Place Apartments	507-242-1400	$1340+ $1600+	One Two	11 miles from campus 6520 Clarkia Dr. NW
The Vista at South Broadway	833-791-1893	$1413+ $1818+ Call for Details	One Two Three	4.6 miles from campus 560 28th St. SE
Sunset Trail Apartments	507-204-9784	$1450+ $1520+ $2130+	One Two Three	9 miles from campus 3639 41st St. NW
NUE52	507-218-2017	$1455+ $1555+	One Two	11.3 miles from campus 6717 Gaillardia Dr. NW
Residence at Discovery Square	507-995-1557	$1455+ $1680+ $1780+ $2040+	Studio One 2 bedroom with 1 bath 2 bedroom with 2 bath	2.7 miles from campus 511 3rd Ave SW
Med City Apartments	507-369-2140	$1480+ $1530+ $1630+	Studio One Two	4.0 miles from campus 214 16th Avenue SW
The Park (Kutzky Park)	507-322-1100	$1495+ $1545+ $1695	Studio One Two	3.9 miles from campus 408 8 ½ Ave NW
The Boulders	507-407-8475	$1499+ $1734+	One Two	6.5 miles from campus 350 Boulder Rd SE
French Creek Townhomes	507-216-4944	$1595+ Call for Details	Two Three	6.6 miles from campus 2000 Chardonnay Ln NW
Crystal Bay Townhomes	507-216-4828	$1715+ Call for Details	Two Three	5 miles from campus 2301 Crystal Bay Ct SW
MainStay Suites	507-536-7444	$1792 per 28 nights $1960 per 28 nights	One queen bed Two double beds	6.6 miles from campus 55 Wood Lake Dr. SE

*Prices subject to change. List last updated May 2024.

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Frequently Asked Housing 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 Landlords and Tenants: Rights and Responsibilities, a site 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 (https://www.ag.state.mn.us/Brochures/pubLandlordTenants.pdf).

Frequently Asked Housing Questions

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