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property at 1845 Ferry St

$1,199

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jan 10, 2026

1845 Ferry St

AnokaMN55303

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1225 9th Ave NW
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1225 9th Ave NW

1225 9th AveAnoka, MN 55303
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Greenwood
2 Bedroom Apartments

Greenwood

1036 Lincoln StAnoka, MN 55303
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Engels Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Engels Apartments

1845 S Ferry StAnoka, MN 55303
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Dellwood Estates
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dellwood Estates

749 E River RdAnoka, MN 55303
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property at 438 Independence Ave N

$1,249

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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438 Independence Ave N

ChamplinMN55316

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CR Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

CR Flats

3931 Coon Rapids Blvd NWCoon Rapids, MN 55433
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Dakotah Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Dakotah Apartments

11644 Dakotah St NWCoon Rapids, MN 55433
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Oakmont Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakmont Apartments

11610 Tulip St NWCoon Rapids, MN 55433
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Balsam Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Balsam Apartments

13680 Balsam Ln NDayton, MN 55327

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Cheapest Available Anoka Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Anoka, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Nolte River Place (Affordable Senior Living) in the Outer Coon Rapids Fridley Blaine neighborhood priced from $905. Rivers Bend Apartments in the Ramsey Town Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $960. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Anoka apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nolte River Place (Affordable Senior Living)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$905
Rivers Bend ApartmentsSmall 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$960
Rainbow Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Anoka Flats2 BR2BR,1BA$1,100
CR Flats1 Bedroom 3rd Floor1BR,1BA$1,111
Elmwood Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1,145
Heritage Heights Apartments1BR Standard 1st Floor Patio1BR,1BA$1,160
RobinwoodEfficiency 01AStudio,1BA$1,160
Cove ApartmentsCove Apartments!1BR,1BA$1,199
535 Madison StTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Anoka, MN

As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Anoka area is the $1.35 price per square foot Corner 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at River Ridge Apartments in the in the Outer Coon Rapids Fridley Blaine neighborhood starting from $1,494. The second greatest value Anoka apartment is the I - Two Bedroom Model at Balsam Apartments starting at $1,277 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Ramsey Town Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Anoka apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River Ridge ApartmentsCorner 2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.35
Balsam ApartmentsI - Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.16
Dellwood EstatesTwo Bedroom 21B2BR,1BA$1.43
Savannah Oaks of Ramsey Senior Community 55+C2BR,2BA$1.55
Elmwood Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.15
535 Madison StTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Eldorado Oaks/Maples ApartmentsOaks/Maples2BR,1BA$1.44
Anoka Flats2 BR2BR,1BA$1.24
Rivers Bend ApartmentsSmall 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
Nolte River Place (Affordable Senior Living)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29

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Anoka Overview

As a suburb of Minneapolis, Anoka is just about 30 minutes from the City of Lakes. The vibe in Anoka is like a mix of urban and suburban, due to it’s diverse mix of culture, things to do and family-friendly communities. Although Anoka does have some cold winter weather, there are lots of public outdoor spaces to enjoy nature. The schools are considered above average, which helps to make Anoka an attractive destination for families. At the same time, many single, young professionals live in Anoka, MN, supported by the many career opportunities that abound. And with less than 20,000 residents within city boundaries, Anoka feels more like a small town than a bustling city, though it boasts qualities of both.

Why live in Anoka, MN?

Anoka has many unique aspects that make it an attractive place for people to live in apartments in Anoka. It happens to be called the Halloween Capital of the World, because it was the host of one of the very first Halloween parades ever held in the U.S. The little city of Anoka embraces this tradition, and Halloween is almost as celebrated as Christmas. Another big draw is that Anoka is a mere 30 minutes from one of the best cities in the country, Minneapolis. Residents can reach Minneapolis very easily using the commuter rail, so they never feel far from the City of Lakes. The quality of schools is another big attraction, they are run by the most respected school district, the Anoka-Hennepin School District. There’s no shortage of extra-curricular activities, and the students in the area have a higher than average success rate.

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Getting Around Anoka, MN

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48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

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56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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18 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Anoka Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Anoka Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Anoka Apartment is $905 at Nolte River Place (Affordable Senior Living).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Anoka Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Anoka is starting from $960 at Rivers Bend Apartments.

What is the most affordable Anoka Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Anoka Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Legends of Champlin 55+ Apartments and starts from $1,599.

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