
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Blue Earth County, MN from $500 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Blue Earth County.


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930 N 5th St

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Highland Hills Apartments

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526 Carney Ave, Unit 526

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609 S Broad St, Unit 4

442 Belgrade Ave

Glenwood Terrace

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605 E Main St, Unit 3
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222 1/2 W 6th St.

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112 Grove St, Unit 3

Valley View Apartments

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The Grove at Mankato

Village Place Apartments of Mankato

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141 E Welcome Ave, Unit M Hanson Prop.

525 S Broad St

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909 S Front St, Unit 3
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Cherry Ridge Apartments

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612 N 4th St, Unit 4

Lewis Lofts

404 S 4th St

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201 Pilgrim St
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Blue Earth County, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Blue Earth County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Earth County Studio Apartments | $1,082 | $750 | $1,315 |
| Blue Earth County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,230 | $750 | $1,850 |
| Blue Earth County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $900 | $2,150 |
| Blue Earth County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,596 | $990 | $2,415 |
| Blue Earth County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,980 | $1,780 | $2,080 |
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Cheapest Available Blue Earth County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Blue Earth County, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at 442 Belgrade Ave in the North Mankato neighborhood priced from $835. Lewis Lofts in the University neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $855. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Blue Earth County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 442 Belgrade Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Lewis Lofts | 1a1t | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Village Place Apartments of Mankato | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Valley View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 201 Pilgrim St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Wesley Place | Wesley Place - 8 | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Southwood Flats | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,064 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blue Earth County, MN
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Blue Earth County area is the $1.13 price per square foot Fox Run Townhomes Model at Fox Run Townhomes in the in the City Center Mankato neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Blue Earth County apartment is the 120 Locust St Model at 120 Locust St starting at $1,150 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Blue Earth County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Fox Run Townhomes | Fox Run Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
| 120 Locust St | 120 Locust St | 3BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Legacy Park Estates | Three Bedroom 1.75 Bathroom | 3BR,1.75BA | $1.22 |
| 909 S Front St, Unit 3 | 909 S Front St | 3BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Pfau Reed Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 442 Belgrade Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Wesley Place | Wesley Place - 8 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 612 N 4th St, Unit 4 | 612 N 4th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Bunting Lane Apartments | Individual Roommates Included! | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Blue Earth County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Blue Earth County?
The cheapest apartment in Blue Earth County is 442 Belgrade Ave which is listed at $835, while the average apartment in Blue Earth County costs $2,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Blue Earth County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Blue Earth County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Blue Earth County?
Cheap apartments in Blue Earth County have an average cost of $322 which is $2,028 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Blue Earth County.
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