
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Big Lake, AK from $400 (11 Rentals)
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Big Lake, AK Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Big Lake?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Big Lake Studio Apartments | $1,342 | $900 | $2,025 |
Big Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $695 | $2,450 |
Big Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $866 | $2,060 |
Big Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,108 | $2,860 |
Big Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $2,050 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Big Lake Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Big Lake, AK is a Studio unit found at Merrill Crossing in the Government Hill neighborhood priced from $900. Panoramic View in the Government Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Big Lake apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Merrill Crossing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Panoramic View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
McKinley Tower Apartments | Unit G Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,010 |
Forest Hill | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,108 |
Castle | Studio small | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Big Lake, AK and Nearby
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Big Lake area is the $1.39 price per square foot CS - 2 Bedroom Model at Creekside Terrace in the in the Downtown Anchorage neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Big Lake apartment is the 3 Beds Model at Stephens Park starting at $1,875 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Downtown Anchorage neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Big Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Creekside Terrace | CS - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Stephens Park | 3 Beds | 3BR,2BA | $1.57 |
Brighton Park | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.86 |
The Greenbriar | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Town Square Manor Apartments | 2x2 924 | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
Forest Hill | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Legacy | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
The Mallary | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Taiga | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Chester Park Estate | 1BD/1BA- Floorplan A | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Big Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Big Lake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Big Lake is at Merrill Crossing listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Big Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Big Lake Apartment is $1,050 at Panoramic View.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Big Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Big Lake is starting from $1,108 at Forest Hill.
What is the most affordable Big Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Big Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Hill and starts from $1,108.
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