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17021 Commercial Park RdBrainerd, MN 56401
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603 Circle Pines DrBrainerd, MN 56401
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701 SW 6th StBrainerd, MN 56401
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6887 Clearwater RdBaxter, MN 56425
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7180 Novotny RdBaxter, MN 56425
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brainerd?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Brainerd Studio Apartments | $1,189 | $899 | $1,385 |
| Cheap Brainerd 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,334 | $727 | $2,495 |
| Cheap Brainerd 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $795 | $2,145 |
| Cheap Brainerd 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $1,270 | $2,320 |
| Cheap Brainerd 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $1,175 | $1,175 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brainerd, MN
Pricing Updated: 07/21/2026Current 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 | $1,734 | $727 | 7 |
Cheapest Available Brainerd Apartments for Rent
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 | $961 |
| Pine Grove Estates | Two Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brainerd, MN
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brainerd area is the $1.74 price per square foot 2 Bed Townhome 1 Level Model at Pine Grove Estates in the starting from $1,915. The second greatest value Brainerd apartment is the 219 W Laurel St Model at 219 W Laurel St, Unit Laurel St. 4- plex starting at $2,100 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Downtown Brainerd neighborhood. 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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| Pine Grove Estates | 2 Bed Townhome 1 Level | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 219 W Laurel St, Unit Laurel St. 4- plex | 219 W Laurel St | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brainerd Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brainerd Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brainerd Apartment is $727 at Oakcrest Manor Apartments.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brainerd is starting from $590 at Circle Pines Apartments.
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The best deal on a cheap Brainerd Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pine Grove Estates and starts from $2,320.
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