Cheap Apartments for Rent in Austin, MN from $500 (10 Rentals)

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property at 605 11th St NW

$595

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$595

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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605 11th St NW

AustinMN55912
property at 806 15th St NE

$800

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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806 15th St NE

AustinMN55912

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Austin, MN Local Guide

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. 105 Main St S has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Austin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CityView ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
105 Main St S1-bedroom1BR,1BA$675
A-Lea ApartmentsB and C Buildings1BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Austin, MN and Nearby

As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Austin area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Loft Model at Stone Haven Townhomes in the starting from $1,920. The second greatest value Austin apartment is the Four Bedroom Model at Edge Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $1.33 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Austin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stone Haven Townhomes2 Bedroom Loft2BR,2.5BA$1.23
Edge ApartmentsFour Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.33
Skye Lofts Apartments2 Bedroom w/ Den2BR,1BA$1.36
Crystal Bay TownhomesLafayette2BR,1.5BA$1.43
Cottages of Stewartville3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$1.25
Lincoln Apartments LLCApt. 282BR,1BA$1.23
CityView Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Webster ApartmentsApt. 102BR,1BA$1.37
Northern Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.21
A-Lea ApartmentsB and C Buildings1BR,1BA$1.40

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Austin Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Austin?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Austin is at CityView Apartments listed at $625.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Austin Apartment is $675 at 105 Main St S.

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 $860 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 Cottages of Stewartville and starts from $1,345.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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!