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  • Income restricted

    1st Avenue Flats

    400 1st Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901

    Apartment building
    2 beds
    Other parking
    Shared laundry

    Available units

    Price may not include required fees and charges
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Unit
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    Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnBase rent, sorted ascending
    213
    2 bd, 2 ba
    1,004
    Nov 30
    $1,510
    107
    2 bd, 2 ba
    940
    Now
    $1,510
    114
    2 bd, 2 ba
    1,004
    Now
    $1,510

    What's special

    Clubhouse
    Get the party started
    This building features a clubhouse. Less than 14% of buildings in Rochester have this amenity.
    1st Avenue Flats is conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Rochester, Minnesota. 1st Avenue Flats participates in the Section 42 Tax Credit Program and has income restrictions based on the number of members in the household.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:9 am - 4 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:9 am - 4 pm

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Club House: Community Room
    • Fitness Center
    Other
    • Shared: Laundry
    Outdoor common areas
    • Patio: Patio/Balcony
    Security
    • Gated Entry: Gate
    Services & facilities
    • Elevator

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Garbage Disposal: Disposal
    • Microwave Oven: Microwave
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioning: Air Conditioner
    Other
    • Patio Balcony: Patio/Balcony

    Policies

    • Contact for details

    Special Features

    • Marble Vanity Tops
    • Underground Parking

    Neighborhood: Lowertown

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    • Family Vibes
      Warm atmosphere with family-friendly amenities and safe, welcoming streets.
      Outdoor Activities
      Ample parks and spaces for hiking, biking, and active recreation.
      Biking Trails
      Safe, accessible paths for cycling, commuting, and outdoor enjoyment.
      Medical Hub
      Central access to hospitals, clinics, and comprehensive healthcare.
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    Northwest Rochester’s 55901 mixes suburban calm with quick access to downtown and the Mayo Clinic, set in a true four-season climate with snowy winters and warm, sunny summers. You’ll find leafy neighborhoods near Silver Lake and Cascade Lake, the Douglas State Trail for biking and running, and recreation at Northern Hills Golf Course and Essex Park, all framed by the area’s IBM campus legacy and a practical, friendly Midwestern vibe. Recent Zillow market trends show a median asking rent in the mid-$1,300s, with most listings ranging roughly from the upper $900s to the low $2,000s. Daily errands are easy with Hy-Vee on 37th St NW, Target and Aldi on Marketplace Dr NW, and Costco on Commerce Dr NW; coffee stops include Moka and Caribou, while Forager and LTS highlight the local brewery and dining scene. The Rochester Athletic Club, plentiful green spaces, and dog-friendly trails make it popular with families and pets, and US-52 keeps commutes simple.

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    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    90 / 100
    Very Walkable
    84 / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Rochester

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 1st Avenue Flats?

    1st Avenue Flats has a walk score of 90, it's very walkable.

    What schools are assigned to 1st Avenue Flats?

    The schools assigned to 1st Avenue Flats include Bishop Elementary School, John Adams Middle School, and John Marshall Senior High School.

    Does 1st Avenue Flats have in-unit laundry?

    No, but 1st Avenue Flats has shared building laundry.

    What neighborhood is 1st Avenue Flats in?

    1st Avenue Flats is in the Lowertown neighborhood in Rochester, MN.

    Your dream apartment is waitingOne new unit was recently added to this listing.
    This is an income restricted propertyThis property offers housing at affordable prices. Renters or households must meet income requirements, and the property manager may have additional eligibility criteria.