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property at 1003 12th Ave NE

1003 12th Ave NE

AustinMN55912
property at 702 E Main St

702 E Main St

Albert LeaMN56007

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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property at 413 Main St N

413 Main St N

Grand MeadowMN55936
property at 815 11th Ave SW

815 11th Ave SW

AustinMN55912
property at 106 11th St NE

106 11th St NE

AustinMN55912
property at 121 Main St S

121 Main St S

Grand MeadowMN55936
property at 10248 Bixby Pl

10248 Bixby Pl

Blooming PrairieMN55917

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 210 16th Ave NE

210 16th Ave NE

AustinMN55912

Albert Lea, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Albert Lea Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Albert Lea, MN is a Studio unit found at Shalom Tower II priced from $405. Key Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Albert Lea apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shalom Tower IITower I EfficiencyStudio,1BA$405
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$450
City Center Kent ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$495
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$525
A-Lea ApartmentsB and C Buildings1BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Albert Lea, MN and Nearby

As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Albert Lea area is the $0.82 price per square foot 510 W Main St Model at 510 W Main St, Unit 512 in the starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Albert Lea apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at Pebble Creek Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Albert Lea apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
510 W Main St, Unit 512510 W Main St2BR,1BA$0.82
Pebble Creek Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms3BR,1.5BA$1.03
Northern Place Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.03
Dodger 56, LLC2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.25
Lincoln Apartments LLCApt. 292BR,1BA$1.26
GRAY GABLES OF ALBERT LEA2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.07
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.74
Shalom Tower IITower II - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.70
CityView Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$0.98
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95

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Frequently Asked Questions about Albert Lea

What type of rentals are currently available in Albert Lea?

There are currently 64 Apartments for Rent in Albert Lea, MN with pricing that ranges from $405 to $2,690. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Albert Lea ranging from $725 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Albert Lea?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Albert Lea ranges from $725 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,517.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Albert Lea?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Albert Lea range from $935 to $1,895, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,575 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $937.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.