Rochester

Nestled in a valley on the Zumbro River’s south fork in southeast Minnesota is the city of Rochester. Home to the renowned Mayo Clinic, Rochester is often called “Med City” as a result. The city was founded in 1854, and today covers 55.8 square miles and has a median age of 35.9 (2022). While healthcare dominates Rochester’s economy, agriculture plays an important role, along with food processing and dairy production.

When it comes to housing, Rochester is dotted with homes in Romanesque, Tudor, and Ranch styles. The average home price is $316,408, up 9.1% over the past year (Zillow, 2022). Annual can’t-miss events include RochesterFest, a weeklong celebration of the city, the Olmsted County Fair, and Thursdays Downtown summer market and music festival.

Rochester is served by three U.S. Highways: 14, 52, and 63. I-90 and State Highway 30 skirt the southern edge of the city. Its Golfview district, just west of U.S. Highway 52, is a family-friendly area with several homes that have fantastic views of the fairways of the nearby golf course. Further south in the heart of the city is Pine Hill, a historic neighborhood with beautiful old houses featuring exquisite brick, stone, and wooden exteriors.

Rochester is known for its picturesque scenery, leisurely pace, and a wealth of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. It’s distinguished by its culture of care and spirit of creativity.