So you’re thinking of moving to Rochester! If you haven’t been here before, you’re probably wondering what it’s like. Just southeast of Minneapolis, Rochester is the third-largest city in Minnesota.

Let’s break down the reasons why Rochester, Minnesota, is truly a great place to live.

Living in Rochester certainly has its perks: strong economy, great school system, and affordable housing. It’s actually rated one of the best places to live in Minnesota! You get the suburban feel of living in the country, while only being about 25 minutes to the city. It’s the best of both worlds!

A lot of professionals move to Rochester because of Mayo Clinic, home of this nonprofit medical practice and research group’s main campus. It employs over 4,500 physicians and scientists and has over 55,000 people on staff. As you can tell from the numbers, working at Mayo Clinic is a big driving force on why people choose to live in Rochester. With this large network, the healthcare industry highly attributes for a strong economy in the area.

The public schools in the Olmsted County area all are rated above average. That’s just another reason why this is a great town for growing families! If you’re wondering which schools are in your zone, check out this useful tool to see your schools.

People love the feel of “more space” — having an open, spacious home and full back yard to enjoy. In Rochester, space is attainable! The beauty of living here is that you can live in the country but still be a short drive to the city. With tons of picturesque parks nearby, there are always activities you can do outdoors. Hiking trails, biking, fishing!

RyMark can build you the perfect home to accommodate you here in Rochester. Whether you are moving here for Mayo Clinic, wanting to raise a family, or just needing a beautiful new home with a view — we can help make it happen. We have a variety of home styles and plans you can view. Click here to see homes that are currently for sale!

Welcome to Rochester!