
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Albany, MN from $700 (49 Rentals)
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School Square Apartments and Townhomes

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Driftwood Apartments

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Bright River Estates

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Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC

Windsong Apartments

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Westchester Apartments

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Clover Hill Apartments

Suncrest Apartments
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Jacobs Square Apartments

Westwood Village

Cypress Court

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Parkview Apartments

The Oaks on 20th

Graceview Estates

Westwood Parkway Estates

134 Crossing

Kensington
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Riverview Lofts

Boulder Ridge Apartment Homes

Meadowlawn Village

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Birch Spring Apartment Homes

GrandView Estates

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Wobegon Crossings

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Wedgewood

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Joetown Apartment Homes

Savanna Apartments
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Granite Landing

1130 West Apartments

Parkbury Villa

River Oak Heights

Pheasant Crest Townhomes

Victory Court Apartments

Riverside Flats of Melrose

The Lodge at Pine Lakes

Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments
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313 5th St S

512 Maple Ln

519 14th St S

Pioneer Pointe

Meadowlark Apartments

Bel Clare Estates

490 3rd St S

24 North Lofts on College Avenue

1114 Hawthorne St
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723 5th Ave S

120 City Park Rd

913 Richland Ave SW

240 2nd Ave
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 | $1,114 | $750 | $1,877 |
| Albany 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,176 | $779 | $1,947 |
| Albany 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $850 | $2,700 |
| Albany 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $1,059 | $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 Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC in the West Saint Cloud neighborhood priced from $795. Westchester Apartments in the West Saint Cloud neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $844. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Albany apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Westchester Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $844 |
| Suncrest Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Westwood Village | Two bedroom/ One bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
| Bright River Estates | 2B1B A | 2BR,1BA | $984 |
| Riverview Lofts | 1 Bedroom and 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Meadowlawn Village | 2 Bed/1 Bath Middle | 2BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Cypress Court | S5 | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
| Wobegon Crossings | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,139 |
| Savanna Apartments | D | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Albany, MN and Nearby
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Albany area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2 Bed/ 2 Bath Model at Parkbury Villa in the in the West Saint Cloud neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Albany apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Single Section Model at Bel Clare Estates starting at $1,349 with a $1.28 price per square foot . 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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| Parkbury Villa | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Bel Clare Estates | 2 Bed 2 Bath Single Section | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Pheasant Crest Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Savanna Apartments | D | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Meadowlawn Village | 2 Bed/1 Bath Middle | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Westwood Village | Two bedroom/ One bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Bright River Estates | 2B1B A | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Suncrest Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Westchester Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 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 $1,130.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Albany Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Albany Apartment is $795 at Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC.
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 $880 at Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC.
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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Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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