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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brainerd, MN from $500 (25 Rentals)
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOakcrest Manor Apartments
2106 Spruce DrBrainerd, MN 56401
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$795 - $850
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBonneywoode Arms Apartments
724 SW 4th StBrainerd, MN 56401
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTrail Ridge
601 SW 6th StBrainerd, MN 56401
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922 Broadway St
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Excelsior Court Apartments
17021 Commercial Park RdBrainerd, MN 56401
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Circle Pines Apartments
603 Circle Pines DrBrainerd, MN 56401
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Ridgeview II Apartments
810 Walnut StBrainerd, MN 56401
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Ridgeview I Apartments
805 Walnut StBrainerd, MN 56401
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1005 S 6th St
BrainerdMN56401
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Valley View Townhomes
701 SW 6th StBrainerd, MN 56401
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College Drive
701-757 Brian LnBrainerd, MN 56401
1819 Norwood St
BrainerdMN56401
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Mississippi Terrace
215-221 SW 4th StBrainerd, MN 56401
815 5th Ave S
St. CloudMN56301
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityClearwater Estates
6887 Clearwater RdBaxter, MN 56425
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1Lofts on Novotny Apartment Homes
7180 Novotny RdBaxter, MN 56425
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Fawn Terrace
7970 Greenwood RdBaxter, MN 56425
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Grand Oaks Court Townhomes
14146 Grand Oaks DrBaxter, MN 56425
1 N Maddy St
McGregorMN55760
21939 Hillcrest Dr
NisswaMN56468
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Brainerd, MN Local Guide
Fall, French Rapids, Brainerd by Sharon Mollerus is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brainerd?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brainerd Studio Apartments | $1,070 | $650 | $1,385 |
| Brainerd 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $727 | $2,495 |
| Brainerd 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,496 | $785 | $2,145 |
| Brainerd 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,815 | $1,020 | $2,320 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brainerd, MN
Pricing Updated: 05/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the Brainerd, MN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Brainerd Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Downtown Brainerd | $1,870 | $650 | 5 |
Cheapest Available Brainerd Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Brainerd, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Circle Pines Apartments in the Downtown Brainerd neighborhood priced from $590. 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 Brainerd apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Circle Pines Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $590 |
| Oakcrest Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $727 |
| Bonneywoode Arms Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Mississippi Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $963 |
| Trail Ridge | 3 bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brainerd, MN and Nearby
As of May 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brainerd area is the $0.78 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at Trail Ridge in the in the Downtown Brainerd neighborhood starting from $1,020. The second greatest value Brainerd 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 Brainerd apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Trail Ridge | 3 bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.78 |
| Pine Grove Estates | 2 Bed Townhome 1 Level | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Marsh Run Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Circle Pines Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Mississippi Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Oakcrest Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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What types of apartments are the cheapest in Brainerd?
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 1 regular apartments in Brainerd 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 Brainerd?
Cheap apartments in Brainerd have an average cost of $204 which is $1,666 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Brainerd.
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