Cheap Homes for Rent near Backus, MN from $600 (6 Rentals)

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property at 1819 Norwood St

$695

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 7

1819 Norwood St

BrainerdMN56401
property at 17193 Lisa Ct

$930

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$930

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$930

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 14

17193 Lisa Ct

BrainerdMN56401
property at 921 4th Ave NE

$995

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$995

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

921 4th Ave NE

BrainerdMN56401

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property at 228 Aspen Ave S

$1,000

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$1,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

228 Aspen Ave S

MenahgaMN56464
property at 911 2nd Ave NE

$1,135

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$1,135

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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911 2nd Ave NE

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property at 1115 6th Ave NE

$1,150

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Oct 1

1115 6th Ave NE

BrainerdMN56401

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Backus, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Backus Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Backus, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Deering Manor - Section 8: 62+ ,Handicapped, priced from $715. Oakcrest Manor Apartments in the Downtown Brainerd neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $727. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Backus apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Deering Manor - Section 8: 62+ ,Handicapped,Deering Manor, 1 bed, 1 bath.1BR,1BA$715
Oakcrest Manor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$727
McCarthy Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$794

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Backus, MN and Nearby

As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Backus area is the $1.31 price per square foot Mason Model at JP Place in the starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Backus apartment is the 2 Bed Townhome 1 Level Model at Pine Grove Estates starting at $1,915 with a $1.74 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Backus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
JP PlaceMason3BR,2BA$1.31
Pine Grove Estates2 Bed Townhome 1 Level2BR,1BA$1.74
Presidential Estates/ Justice ApartmentsTwo bedroom/ One bathroom2BR,1BA$0.91
South Point Apartments2 bedroom 2 bathroom2BR,2BA$1.32
McCarthy Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.99
Cedar Street Complex2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.56
Parkview Housing2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.34
Oakcrest Manor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Deering Manor - Section 8: 62+ ,Handicapped,Deering Manor, 1 bed, 1 bath.1BR,1BA$1.22
Canal ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio ,1BA$1.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about Backus

What type of rentals are currently available in Backus?

There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Backus, MN with pricing that ranges from $580 to $2,500. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Backus ranging from $695 to $5,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Backus?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Backus ranges from $695 to $5,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,965.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Backus?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Backus range from $1,175 to $2,320, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,135 to $5,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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