
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, MN from $300 (57 Rentals)
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26 2nd Ave W

902 S Douglas St

512 Vernon Ave

517 Pleasant Dr

RC Square Apartments

808 Evergreen Ave

301 Bernice St

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Suite Liv'N - Willmar

Sterling Manor Apartments
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516 Ann St SE, Unit 1

Cardinal Manor Apartments

Suite Liv'n - Marshall

Downtown Estates

400 Mound Ave

Ghent Housing

Circle Pines Apartments

1100 Elizabeth Ave SE

800 Hackberry Dr

Thunder Hawk Apartments
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Red Skye Lofts

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Edgeview Apartments

Henry Hill Apartments

Lakeland Apartments

Stone Meadow Apartments

609 Main St S

901 Pearl Ave

2426 4th Ave SE, Unit 2426

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The Preserve on 24th

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Valleyside Townhomes
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1009 N 4th St

Clara City Community Haus

Lyon County Apartments

330 4th St SW

Westside Apartments

River Ridge Apartments

Morning Sun Apartments

Erickson Meadowview Apartments

Lake Place II

Scotland Green Apartments
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Woodland Park - Ivanhoe

North Villa Apartments

Spicer B Apartments

Bethel On Bryant

Westmar Apartments

Parkview Apartments

Nyberg Apartments 55+

Oak Street

Suite Liv'n on 15th NW

1505 Becker Ave SE
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Cottonwood, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cottonwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Studio Apartments | $932 | $745 | $1,065 |
| Cottonwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,008 | $525 | $1,595 |
| Cottonwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,197 | $625 | $1,755 |
| Cottonwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,518 | $1,150 | $1,960 |
| Cottonwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $1,195 | $1,350 |
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Cheapest Available Cottonwood Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cottonwood, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at 512 Vernon Ave priced from $595. Suite Liv'N - Willmar has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cottonwood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 512 Vernon Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Suite Liv'N - Willmar | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Bethel On Bryant | Renville - 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Cardinal Manor Apartments | One Bedroom - Handicap Accessible | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Suite Liv'n - Marshall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Ghent Housing | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Circle Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Red Skye Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Edgeview Apartments | 1011 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cottonwood, MN and Nearby
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cottonwood area is the $0.85 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Handicap Model at Paris Park Townhomes in the in the Downtown Marshall neighborhood starting from $1,180. The second greatest value Cottonwood apartment is the 2BR/1.5 Bath Model at Valleyside Townhomes starting at $1,095 with a $0.96 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Cottonwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris Park Townhomes | Two Bedroom, Handicap | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.85 |
| Valleyside Townhomes | 2BR/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.96 |
| Sterling Manor Apartments | Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 512 Vernon Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Stone Meadow Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathoom B | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 505 15th Ave SW | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Edgeview Apartments | 1011 - 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Cardinal Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Ghent Housing | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cottonwood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cottonwood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cottonwood is at Suite Liv'N - Willmar listed at $745.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment is $595 at 512 Vernon Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cottonwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cottonwood is starting from $695 at 512 Vernon Ave.
What is the most affordable Cottonwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cottonwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Suite Liv'N - Willmar and starts from $1,150.
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