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First Avenue Flats - Unclaimed

400 1st Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901

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Apartment building

1 bed

Available units

Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided for each unit.

Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
Unit 104 1 bd, 1 ba	597	Jan 8	$1,297

What's special

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Neighborhood: Lowertown

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Nearby schools in Rochester

Bishop Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • 2.7 miles

6/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

6/10

Student Progress Rating

6/10

John Adams Middle School

Grades 6-8 • 2.3 miles

5/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

7/10

Student Progress Rating

3/10

John Marshall Senior High School

Grades 9-12 • 1.2 miles

5/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

6/10

College Readiness Rating

5/10

Arts Scene
The Rochester Art Center brings visual art exhibitions and programming close to Lowertown.
Walkable Streets
Compact blocks make it convenient to reach nearby dining, cafés, shops, and downtown destinations on foot.
Historic Area
Older buildings and historic architecture give Lowertown a distinctive streetscape.
Outdoor Activities
Nearby riverfront paths and public spaces provide options for walking and biking.

Lowertown sits near downtown Rochester, with a compact, urban setting shaped by its historic buildings and proximity to the Zumbro River. Winters are cold and snowy, while summers are warm, making indoor arts and dining as appealing as time outdoors. The neighborhood is known for the Rochester Art Center and nearby public spaces along the river; parks and paths offer room to walk, bike, or take a dog outside. Restaurants, cafés, and shops contribute to a lively streetscape, with downtown venues adding options for performances and evening outings. Historic architecture gives the area a distinct sense of place, while local streets connect to transit and routes across the city. The Lowertown neighborhood’s median rent is $1,297 per month, with a typical range of $555 to $2,200, based on 12 active listings.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is First Avenue Flats located, and what is the neighborhood like?

First Avenue Flats is located at 400 1st Ave NW in Lowertown, Rochester, MN. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 1 mile, such as Cheap Charlie's, Starbucks, and Chester's Kitchen & Bar.

What hospitals and medical facilities are near First Avenue Flats?

The closest hospitals and medical facilities to First Avenue Flats include Charlton Building - Mayo Clinic (0.3 miles away), Mayo Building - Mayo Clinic (0.4 miles away), and Mayo 15 West Allergy (0.4 miles away).

What schools are assigned to First Avenue Flats?

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

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near First Avenue Flats?

First Avenue Flats is located near 5 grocery stores, including The Fit Loon (0.2 miles) and Silver Lake Foods (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including Sherwin-Williams Paint Store, are approximately 0.2 miles away.

What colleges and universities are near First Avenue Flats?

First Avenue Flats is located within 0.3 miles of Luther College-Rochester Campus, 0.4 miles of University of Minnesota, and 0.4 miles of Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science.