
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cottage Grove, MN from $600 (32 Rentals)
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Hinton Heights

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The Legends of Cottage Grove 55+ Apartments

7777 Hemingway Ave S

6844 Meadow Grass Ln S

Park Place I Apartments

Newport Ponds

1340 8th Ave, Unit 3
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Newport Commons

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1651 10th Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4

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Ascend at Woodbury

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10 Pointe Apartments

132 W Warburton St
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Orville Commons

Red Rock Manor

118 25th St W

630 7th Ave

2355 Springside Dr E

2571 Mallard Dr

691 Cimarron

154 Cimarron
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Cottage Grove, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottage Grove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Grove Studio Apartments | $1,410 | $999 | $1,560 |
| Cottage Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $1,199 | $2,445 |
| Cottage Grove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $878 | $2,925 |
| Cottage Grove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,892 | $1,054 | $3,700 |
| Cottage Grove 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,650 | $3,650 | $3,650 |
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Cheapest Available Cottage Grove Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cottage Grove, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Park Place I Apartments in the Silverwood neighborhood priced from $878. Newport Ponds in the Kingsfield Colonial neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cottage Grove apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place I Apartments | Two Bedroom Floor Plan | 2BR,1BA | $878 |
| Newport Ponds | Studio (500 sq. ft.) | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Newport Commons | 1 Bedroom Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Grove80 Apartments | Cedarhurst - S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,503 |
| The Aurilla Apartments | Couplet | 1BR,1BA | $1,596 |
| Hinton Heights | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,664 |
| The Legends of Cottage Grove 55+ Apartments | Two Bedroom P | 2BR,2BA | $1,713 |
| Ascend at Woodbury | The Sanford (B8) | 1BR,1BA | $1,734 |
| Acclaim of Woodbury – Modern Living, Thoughtfully Designed | The Alpin | Single-Level | 3BR,2BA | $2,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottage Grove, MN
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottage Grove area is the $2.12 price per square foot The Ridge | Single-Level Model at Acclaim of Woodbury – Modern Living, Thoughtfully Designed in the in the Bailey's Arbor neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Cottage Grove apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Hinton Heights starting at $1,664 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Silverwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottage Grove apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acclaim of Woodbury – Modern Living, Thoughtfully Designed | The Ridge | Single-Level | 3BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Hinton Heights | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| The Legends of Cottage Grove 55+ Apartments | Two Bedroom C | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Ascend at Woodbury | The Sanford (B8) | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| The Aurilla Apartments | Couplet | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Grove80 Apartments | Hyde - A7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Park Place I Apartments | Two Bedroom Floor Plan | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Newport Commons | 1 Bedroom Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Newport Ponds | Studio (500 sq. ft.) | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottage Grove Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottage Grove Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottage Grove Apartment is $1,199 at Newport Ponds.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cottage Grove Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cottage Grove is starting from $878 at Park Place I Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cottage Grove Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cottage Grove Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hinton Heights and starts from $1,974.
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