Cheap Apartments for Rent in Austin, MN from $400 (22 Rentals)
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1105 3rd St NW

1200 2nd Dr NE
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1111 4th St NW

806 15th St NE

1300 2nd Ave SW

Parkview Place

Northern Place Apartments

202 11th Ave NW

204 11th Ave NW
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Lincoln Apartments LLC

105 Main St S

A-Lea Apartments

CityView Apartments

Skye Lofts Apartments

South Pointe Apartments

Clifton Apartments
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1680 469 St

113 Grand Ave E
Austin, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Austin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Austin Studio Apartments | $1,056 | $500 | $2,189 |
Austin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $625 | $3,185 |
Austin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,732 | $845 | $4,105 |
Austin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,920 | $950 | $2,930 |
Austin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $2,650 | $2,650 |
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Cheapest Available Austin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Austin, MN is a Studio unit found at CityView Apartments priced from $625. Skye Lofts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $790. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Austin apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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CityView Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Skye Lofts Apartments | 1 Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
Parkview Place | Parkview 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Northern Place Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 25 | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Austin, MN and Nearby
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Austin area is the $1.36 price per square foot 2 Bedroom w/ Den Model at Skye Lofts Apartments in the starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Austin apartment is the Lafayette Model at Crystal Bay Townhomes starting at $1,740 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Historic Southwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Austin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Skye Lofts Apartments | 2 Bedroom w/ Den | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Crystal Bay Townhomes | Lafayette | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
Kodiak Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
Park Plaza Apartments | 2B 1011 sq. ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
VALLEY VIEW ESTATES | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Lincoln Apartments LLC | Apt. 17 | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Webster Apartments | Apt. 10 | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Northern Place Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Parkview Place | Parkview 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
CityView Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.56 |
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Getting Around Austin, MN
Walk Score®
43 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Austin Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Austin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Austin Apartment is $735 at CityView Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Austin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Austin is starting from $825 at CityView Apartments.
What is the most affordable Austin Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Austin Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northern Place Apartments and starts from $950.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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