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The Lofts

609 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55902

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Highlights

  • Picnic Area
  • Elevator
  • Grill
  • Balcony
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Patio

About The Lofts

**Discounted application fee of only $20.** Welcome to your Black Swan Living Home! The Lofts is only a moment away from Mayo Clinic and the Saint Mary's campus, less than 200 feet to the DALC. The convenient downtown location puts you a short distance from all the shopping, dining, parks, and entertainment Rochester has to offer! In these bright, spacious units, you will find a full kitchen with plenty of cabinet space and stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and in-unit laundry. Hard surface flooring is featured through the majority of the unit. Enjoy fresh air and views of the city from your private balcony! Garbage, Heat, Sewer, and Water included. Your pets deserve a home too. That’s why all Black Swan Living properties are pet friendly. Pets allowed with approval and pet rent. Enjoy flexible, personalized lease terms, typically with a 6 month minimum. Ability to end lease early if moving for homeownership; ask us for details about Black Swan licensed realtors and early termination specifics. Black Swan Living is proud to be locally owned and owner managed. Contact Black Swan Living now to schedule your private tour!

The Lofts is an apartment community located in Olmsted County and the 55902 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Rochester Public School District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Air Conditioner
  • BBQ/Picnic Area
  • Bike Racks
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpeting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Dishwasher
  • Efficient Appliances
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Microwave
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Pet Friendly
  • Recycling
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Wheelchair Access
  • Window Coverings

Community Amenities

Elevator

Recycling

Grill

24 Hour Access

  • Wi-Fi
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Recycling
  • Elevator
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable Ready
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice Maker
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Patio

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Location
609 1st St SW, Rochester,
MN 55902
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City - Rochester

Rochester, Minnesota centers around healthcare innovation and community living. Home to the Mayo Clinic, the city combines medical excellence with authentic Midwestern hospitality. The downtown area features an extensive network of climate-controlled skyways and subterranean walkways connecting buildings, allowing comfortable navigation throughout the year. Current rental trends show steady growth, with average one-bedroom apartments commanding $1,399 per month, reflecting a modest 1.5% annual increase. Notable areas include the Historic Southwest district, with its architectural charm, and the Heart of the City neighborhood, where residential developments sit near downtown amenities.

Rochester's park system encompasses more than 100 sites across five square miles, including paths along Bear Creek and the Zumbro River. The city maintains 85 miles of paved trails for recreation, while Quarry Hill Nature Center offers 329 acres of natural space within city limits.

Learn more about living in Rochester 
Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Kutzky Park Rochester, MN
Studio $1,282 $1,265
1 Bedroom $1,454 $1,439
2 Bedrooms $1,798 $1,722
3 Bedrooms - $2,006
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Univ. Of Minn.-Rochester
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
The Lofts is within 9 minutes or 0.5 mile from Univ. Of Minn.-Rochester.
Schools
Folwell Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Mayo Senior High
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Attendance Zone
Willow Creek Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
St. John Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Lourdes High School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

The Lofts is near Rochester International, located 9.8 miles or 15 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Rochester International
 Drive: 15 min 9.8 mi

Walkability Near The Lofts

Getting Around
Very Walkable
Walkability
80 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
72 / 100

Traffic

Active

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Lofts.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Centerplace Galleria
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Miracle Mile Shopping Center
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Soldier Field Plaza
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
The Lofts has 3 shopping centers within 1.0 miles, which is about a 19-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Quarry Hill Nature Center
 Drive: 8 min 3.6 mi
The Lofts has a nearby park, Quarry Hill Nature Center , located 3.6 miles or 8 minutes away.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Olmsted Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Community Behavioral Health Hospital Rochester
Drive: 11 min 6.6 mi
The Lofts has 3 hospitals within 6.6 miles, the nearest is Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester which is 0.6 mile away and a 10 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fort Snelling Military Reservation
Drive: 94 min 76.9 mi
The Lofts is 76.9 miles and a 94 minute drive from Fort Snelling Military Reservation.

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