Cheap Homes for Rent in Cottage Grove, MN from $1,300 (11 Rentals)

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property at 626 7th Ave

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jan 1, 2026

626 7th Ave

NewportMN55055
property at 1719 8th Ave

$1,695

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$1,695

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$1,695

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1719 8th Ave

NewportMN55055
property at 1745 8th Ave

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1745 8th Ave

NewportMN55055
property at 2739 Mallard Dr

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2739 Mallard Dr

WoodburyMN55125
property at 1442 Laurel Ave

$2,335

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$2,279
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$56

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$2,335

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rentals

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1442 Laurel Ave

St. Paul ParkMN55071

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property at 3751 Hazel Trail

$2,450

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$2,450

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$2,450

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3751 Hazel Trail

WoodburyMN55129
property at 5289 Long Pointe Pass

$2,495

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$2,495

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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Townhome for Rent

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5289 Long Pointe Pass

WoodburyMN55129
property at 8496 Harkness Rd

$2,495

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$2,495

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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8496 Harkness Rd

Cottage GroveMN55016

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property at 8656 Imperial Ave S

$2,500

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$2,500

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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8656 Imperial Ave S

Cottage GroveMN55016

Cottage Grove, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cottage Grove Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cottage Grove, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Place I Apartments in the Silverwood neighborhood priced from $774. Woodland Park Apartments in the Silverwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $989. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cottage Grove apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Place I ApartmentsOne Bedroom Floor Plan1BR,1BA$774
Woodland Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$989
Newport Commons1 Bedroom Apartments1BR,1BA$1,245
Red Rock Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,260
Newport Ponds1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottage Grove, MN

As of December 20, 2025 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 2BA (Wheelchair Accessible) Model at Orville Commons starting at $1,401 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Bailey's Arbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottage Grove apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Acclaim of Woodbury – Modern Living, Thoughtfully DesignedThe Ridge | Single-Level3BR,2BA$2.12
Orville Commons2BA (Wheelchair Accessible)2BR,2BA$1.33
Woodmount Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.80
The Legends of Cottage Grove 55+ ApartmentsOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.76
Woodland Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$1.30
Hinton Heights1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.83
680 6th St680 6th St1BR,1BA$1.27
Grove80 ApartmentsHenslowe - A11BR,1BA$2.19
Newport Ponds1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.96
Park Place I ApartmentsOne Bedroom Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1.66

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottage Grove

What type of rentals are currently available in Cottage Grove?

There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Cottage Grove, MN with pricing that ranges from $666 to $3,650. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cottage Grove ranging from $1,350 to $4,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cottage Grove?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cottage Grove ranges from $1,350 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,775.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cottage Grove?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cottage Grove range from $1,054 to $3,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,850 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,650.

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