Cheap Homes for Rent in Center City, MN from $1,100 (12 Rentals)

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property at 137 Skyline Dr

$1,190

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$1,190

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$1,190

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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137 Skyline Dr

St. PaulMN55127
property at 161 1st Ave N

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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161 1st Ave N

BayportMN55003

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property at 11418 5th Pl NE

$1,950

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$1,950

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$1,950

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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11418 5th Pl NE

BlaineMN55434
property at 125 113th Square NE

$1,990

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$1,990

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$1,990

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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125 113th Square NE

BlaineMN55434

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Center City, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Center City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Center City, MN is a Studio unit found at Arbor View Apartments in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood priced from $1,070. Chisago Lake Apartments in the Chisago Outlying Northern Suburbs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Center City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arbor View ApartmentsStudio 6-01Studio,1BA$1,070
Chisago Lake ApartmentsStudio AStudio,1BA$1,095
844 4th St SW1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
Isanti Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom BLDG D1BR,1BA$1,115
Isanti Village IIOne Bedroom One Bathroom BLDG D1BR,1BA$1,115

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, MN and Nearby

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.19 price per square foot Three Bedroom, Two Bedroom Model at Fitzgerald Flats in the in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood starting from $1,560. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at East Bethel Village starting at $1,590 with a $1.49 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fitzgerald FlatsThree Bedroom, Two Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.19
East Bethel VillageTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.49
Birchview ApartmentsGeneva3BR,1BA$1.59
Greystone ApartmentsTahoe3BR,1BA$1.56
Park Brook Apartments2 Bedroom/2 Bath Apartment (Building B)2BR,2BA$1.60
Westview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath H2BR,1BA$1.45
Sarah Lane Court2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.46
Falcon Apartments2 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment A2BR,1BA$1.54
Ashwood Birchwood ApartmentsAshwood-2-2-9122BR,2BA$1.59
Roosevelt Flats1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.61

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Frequently Asked Questions about Center City

What type of rentals are currently available in Center City?

There are currently 58 Apartments for Rent in Center City, MN with pricing that ranges from $1,020 to $3,058. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Center City ranging from $1,190 to $7,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Center City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Center City ranges from $1,190 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $4,118.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.