
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Backus, MN from $500 (24 Rentals)
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Backus, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Backus?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Backus Studio Apartments | $880 | $785 | $1,175 |
Backus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,112 | $580 | $1,763 |
Backus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $694 | $2,112 |
Backus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $900 | $2,320 |
Backus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $1,150 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Backus Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Backus, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Tree Housing Corp. priced from $580. Bonneywoode Arms Apartments in the Downtown Brainerd neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Backus apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pine Tree Housing Corp. | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $580 |
Bonneywoode Arms Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
Oakcrest Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Sebeka Housing | Riverview 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
Stony Ridge Studios | Studios | Studio,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Backus, MN and Nearby
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Backus area is the $1.35 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Cardinal Pines Apartment Homes in the starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Backus apartment is the Three-Bedroom Model at Marsh Run Townhomes starting at $1,470 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Downtown Brainerd neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Backus apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cardinal Pines Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Marsh Run Townhomes | Three-Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
Park Rapids Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
Northern Lakes Senior Living | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Cedar Street Complex | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Parkview Housing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath H/C Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
2nd Ave Apartments | B.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Sebeka Housing | Hilltop 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Oakcrest Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Pine Tree Housing Corp. | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
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Getting Around Backus, MN
Walk Score®
9 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Backus Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Backus?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Backus is at Presidential Estates/ Justice Apartments listed at $825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Backus Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Backus Apartment is $580 at Pine Tree Housing Corp..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Backus Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Backus is starting from $694 at Pine Tree Housing Corp..
What is the most affordable Backus Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Backus Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Presidential Estates/ Justice Apartments and starts from $1,175.
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