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property at 4207 Lakeside Ave N

4207 Lakeside Ave N

MinneapolisMN55429
property at 6007 W Broadway Ave

6007 W Broadway Ave

New HopeMN55428
property at 2710 Rosalyn Ct

2710 Rosalyn Ct

New HopeMN55427
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2710 Rosalyn Ct

MinneapolisMN55427

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property at 4350 Trenton Ln N

4350 Trenton Ln N, Unit 119

4350 Trenton Ln N
PlymouthMN55442
property at 4207 Lakeside Ave N

4207 Lakeside Ave N

Brooklyn CenterMN55429
property at 5020 Welcome Ave N

5020 Welcome Ave N

MinneapolisMN55429
property at 3311 N Sheridan Ave

3311 N Sheridan Ave

MinneapolisMN55412
property at 1801 N Thomas Ave

1801 N Thomas Ave

MinneapolisMN55411

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property at 3237 Douglas Dr N

3237 Douglas Dr N

CrystalMN55422

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Crystal, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Crystal, MN

Pricing Updated: 11/09/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Crystal, 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 Crystal Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bassett Creek$2,474$925206
Cavanagh Oaks$2,474$850221
Forest$2,730$850375
Brownwood$2,747$850313

Cheapest Available Crystal Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Crystal, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Allianze Sr. Community in the Twin Lakes neighborhood priced from $500. Bass Lake Crossing in the Becker neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Crystal apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Allianze Sr. Community1X11BR,1BA$500
Bass Lake CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$850
Autumn Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$918
Plymouth CommonsstudioStudio,1BA$925
Cabana Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crystal, MN

As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Crystal area is the $1.35 price per square foot Two Bedroom - C Model at The Cavanagh 55+ Apartments in the in the Shingle Creek neighborhood starting from $1,698. The second greatest value Crystal apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Pheasant Park Apartments starting at $1,480 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Main Street Maple Grove neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crystal apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Cavanagh 55+ ApartmentsTwo Bedroom - C2BR,2BA$1.35
Pheasant Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.34
Kings Manor2bed2BR,1BA$1.14
Tradewinds Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.30
3737 Hubbard Ave. N- Windsor Court2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.10
2708 Penn Ave N, Unit 22708 Penn Ave N1BR,1BA$0.93
Granite RidgeMackenzie1BR,1BA$1.39
Cabana Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
Autumn Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
Allianze Sr. Community1X11BR,1BA$1.25

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Frequently Asked Questions about Crystal

What type of rentals are currently available in Crystal?

There are currently 289 Apartments for Rent in Crystal, MN with pricing that ranges from $500 to $4,085. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Crystal ranging from $999 to $5,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Crystal?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Crystal ranges from $999 to $5,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,342.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Crystal?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Crystal range from $1,581 to $3,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,789 to $3,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,295 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,314.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Minneapolis

Written by: Stephanie Lica

I'm Stephanie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Minneapolis, MN. I've lived in Minnesota all my life, save for a brief stint in Wisconsin.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.