
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Albany, MN from $700 (42 Rentals)
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Driftwood Apartments

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Bright River Estates

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Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC

134 21st Ave N

Suncrest Apartments

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Jacobs Square Apartments

Westwood Village

Pioneer Pointe

Cypress Court

Savanna Apartments

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Parkview Apartments

Graceview Estates

134 Crossing
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Wobegon Crossings

River Oak Heights

The Oaks on 20th

Kensington

Pheasant Crest Townhomes

Riverside Flats of Melrose
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Victory Court Apartments

539 Pacific Ave SW

512 Maple Ln

311 5th St S

6445 132nd Ave NE

Meadowlark Apartments

812 6th St SE
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Bel Clare Estates

490 3rd St S
Albany, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Albany?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Studio Apartments | $1,113 | $750 | $1,340 |
| Albany 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,164 | $747 | $1,851 |
| Albany 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $850 | $2,700 |
| Albany 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $1,039 | $2,991 |
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Cheapest Available Albany Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Albany, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments priced from $747. Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC in the West Saint Cloud neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Albany apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $747 |
| Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Suncrest Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Westwood Village | Two bedroom/ One bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
| Pioneer Pointe | 2 Bed-1 | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Savanna Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| Cypress Court | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,155 |
| Wobegon Crossings | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,218 |
| Pheasant Crest Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1,255 |
| Windsong Apartments | 3 Bed/2 Bath-F | 3BR,2BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Albany, MN and Nearby
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Albany area is the $0.86 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section Model at Bel Clare Estates in the starting from $1,259. The second greatest value Albany apartment is the 3 Bed/2 Bath-F Model at Windsong Apartments starting at $1,550 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Pantown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Albany apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Bel Clare Estates | 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Windsong Apartments | 3 Bed/2 Bath-F | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Pheasant Crest Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Westwood Village | Two bedroom/ One bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Pioneer Pointe | 2 Bed-1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Savanna Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Suncrest Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Wobegon Crossings | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Albany Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Albany?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Albany is at Cypress Court listed at $1,155.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Albany Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Albany Apartment is $747 at Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Albany Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Albany is starting from $872 at Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments.
What is the most affordable Albany Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Albany Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westwood Village and starts from $1,060.
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