Cheap Homes for Rent in Blue Earth County, MN from $600 (8 Rentals)

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property at 109 4th Ave SE

$650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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109 4th Ave SE

MapletonMN56065
property at 222 1/2 W 6th St

$895

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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222 1/2 W 6th St.

222 1/2 W 6th St
MankatoMN56001
property at 325 E Washington St

$1,025

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$1,025

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$1,025

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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325 E Washington St

MankatoMN56001
property at 114 Lynn Ln

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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114 Lynn Ln

MankatoMN56001

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property at 525 S 5th St

$1,145

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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525 S 5th St

MankatoMN56001
property at 815 N 4th St

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 11

815 N 4th St

MankatoMN56001
property at 136 Lynn Ln

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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136 Lynn Ln

MankatoMN56001
property at 730 N Broad St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 10

730 N Broad St

MankatoMN56001

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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
442 Belgrade AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$835
Lewis Lofts1a1t1BR,1BA$855
Village Place Apartments of MankatoOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Blue Earth County, MN

As of July 07, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fox Run TownhomesFox Run Townhomes2BR,2.5BA$1.13
120 Locust St120 Locust St3BR,1BA$0.88
Legacy Park EstatesThree Bedroom 1.75 Bathroom3BR,1.75BA$1.24
909 S Front St, Unit 3909 S Front St3BR,1BA$0.83
Pfau Reed Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.02
Cherry Ridge ApartmentsTax Credit2BR,1BA$0.94
442 Belgrade AveTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.12
Wesley PlaceWesley Place - 82BR,1BA$1.17
Bunting Lane ApartmentsIndividual Roommates Included!2BR,2BA$0.92
Village Place Apartments of MankatoOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23

Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Earth County

What type of rentals are currently available in Blue Earth County?

There are currently 169 Apartments for Rent in Blue Earth County, MN with pricing that ranges from $750 to $2,415. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Blue Earth County ranging from $650 to $2,679.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Blue Earth County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Blue Earth County ranges from $650 to $2,679 with an average monthly rent of $1,581.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Blue Earth County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Blue Earth County range from $990 to $2,415, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $2,395. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,425 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,780.

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