Soldiers Field Memorial Park - This beautiful park is located a short 5-minute walk from your new home. Take a stroll around the many trails and green space or play a round of golf at Rochester’s premier downtown park location!
Pure Barre - A fitness studio located INSIDE 501 on First. Utilizing the best barre technique in a high-intensity, low-impact, total body workout.
Live Near Mayo Clinic in Downtown Rochester, MN Today
From the skyway to Soldiers Field, the city stays close
Downtown Rochester puts daily destinations close together, and 501 on First sits in the middle of that grid at an address near Mayo Clinic campus, local dining, and the city’s skyway system. One block from the skyway, this location helps connect errands, appointments, and time downtown without sending you far from home. Restaurants, shops, and entertainment line the surrounding streets, so the neighborhood keeps something new in view throughout the week.That central setting is a major part of what makes apartments near Mayo Clinic campus stand out in Rochester. Life here keeps work, dining, green space, and everyday stops within easy reach, which changes how the city feels from morning to night.
Start with Soldiers Field, just one block away, where an eighteen-hole golf course, a swimming pool, and biking and walking trails bring open space into the middle of downtown. PFC sits right next door for grocery runs and pantry stops, while Pasquale's Neighborhood Pizzeria and Pure Barre add two familiar names right at 501 on First. Head farther into downtown, and the restaurant scene keeps expanding, with more places to grab coffee, dinner, or dessert close by.
Rochester locals know the skyway as one of the city's defining conveniences, and its proximity adds another layer to this address. Spend time outdoors at Soldiers Field, pick up what you need next door, then make your way through downtown with Mayo Clinic, shops, and entertainment all nearby. Schedule a tour and experience how this location places Rochester at your doorstep.


Food for Thought
Bleu Duck Kitchen – Around the corner from 501 on First. Seasonal New American dishes served in an upscale-casual space with a full bar & an industrial vibe.
Pasquale’s Neighborhood Pizzeria – Conveniently located in 501 on First, you can find the award-winning pizza in Rochester! Come feel like family in Pasquale’s bustling atmosphere and enjoy a slice of New York style pizza or a cold scoop of Gelato!
Pasquale’s Neighborhood Pizzeria – Conveniently located in 501 on First, you can find the award-winning pizza in Rochester! Come feel like family in Pasquale’s bustling atmosphere and enjoy a slice of New York style pizza or a cold scoop of Gelato!

Discovery Square
Located in the heart of new technological innovation. Discovery Square is the home to groundbreaking medical research.

Shop Out | Eat In
Need to grab some groceries? Located in the adjacent building you can find the People’s Food Co-op, a perfect place to find local produce and fresh food!
Curious how the neighborhood connects with life at home? Visit the gallery to see the views, interiors, and shared spaces, then picture your place in downtown Rochester.
Frequently Asked Questions
501 on First is located at 501 1st Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, 55902.
What places are near 501 on First?
The neighborhood around 501 on First features airport, bus station, cafe, convenience store, department store, gas station, gym, hardware store, laundry, meal delivery, meal takeaway, movie theater, park, restaurant, school, store, supermarket, taxi stand, train station, and transit station.
What transportation facilities are available near 501 on First?
Near 501 on First transportation options include Airport, and Bus Station supporting commuting and travel to and from the property.
Are there dining options close to 501 on First?
Yes. Near 501 on First there are several restaurants and cafés nearby , along with meal takeaway options, and meal delivery options providing flexible dining choices close to the property.