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1550 Charlton StWest St. Paul, MN 55118
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dakota County, MN from $700 (192 Rentals)
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRambush Estates
14709 W Burnsville PkyBurnsville, MN 55306
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$946 - $2,000
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVoyageur Estates
2400 Voyageur PkyHastings, MN 55033
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$930 - $1,349
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The Concord
1240 Bryant AveSouth St. Paul, MN 55075
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$995 - $1,599
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Haven at Eagandale
3040 Eagandale PlEagan, MN 55121
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$1,000
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHidden Valley Apartments
561 Westview DrHastings, MN 55033
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$1,000 - $1,500
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRosewood Manor
14595-14599 Cimarron AveRosemount, MN 55068
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$1,000 - $1,900
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Stoneridge Apts-2060
2060 Charlton StSt. Paul, MN 55118
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$1,015 - $1,414
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$1,000 - $1,399
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$1,015 - $1,414
Live at The Oaks of West Saint Paul | Spacious & Comfortable Living
177 Thompson Ave EWest St. Paul, MN 55118
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$1,017 - $1,185
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityWestview Village Apartments
501 Westview DrHastings, MN 55033
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$1,040 - $1,540
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$945 - $1,445
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$1,040 - $1,540
View Pointe Apartments
3898 S Valley View Dr SEagan, MN 55122
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$1,040 - $1,400
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWestview Park Community
285 Westview Dr EWest St. Paul, MN 55118
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$1,049 - $1,059
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 1Heritage Crest Apartments
219 3rd Ave SSouth St. Paul, MN 55075
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$1,050 - $2,490
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLemay Lake Apartments
3015 Eagandale PlEagan, MN 55121
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$1,050 - $1,275
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCedar Valley Apartments
7433 128th St WApple Valley, MN 55124
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$1,070 - $1,235
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBuron Lane Apartments
221 Buron LnSouth St. Paul, MN 55075
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$1,075 - $2,521
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,047 - $2,493
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$28
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$1,075 - $2,521
Elevate on Parkway
1505 E Burnsville PkyBurnsville, MN 55337
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$1,091 - $2,324
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,036 - $2,269
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$55
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$1,091 - $2,324
Meridian Pointe
251 McAndrews Rd WBurnsville, MN 55337
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$1,095 - $1,465
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBayberry Place
3395 Yankee Doodle LnEagan, MN 55121
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$1,100 - $1,335
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFox Ridge Estates
3367 Coachman RdEagan, MN 55121
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$1,100 - $1,530
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowOakdale Apartments
1926 Oakdale Ave WWest St. Paul, MN 55118
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$1,100
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$1,100
2112 Spring St, Unit 2
2112 Spring StHastings, MN 55033
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$1,100
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$1,100
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$1,100
122 State St, Unit 5
122 State StHastings, MN 55033
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$1,109 - $1,599
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBriar Oaks
7405 W 123rd StApple Valley, MN 55124
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$1,110 - $1,745
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPEARLWOOD ESTATES
1860 52nd St EInver Grove Heights, MN 55077
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$1,111 - $1,536
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$1,104 - $1,529
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$1,111 - $1,536
Connelly On Eleven
2003 E 121st StBurnsville, MN 55337
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$1,119 - $1,999
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBerkshire of Burnsville
13901 Echo Park CirBurnsville, MN 55337
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$1,125 - $1,485
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026Southview Greens
4835-4865 Babcock TrlInver Grove Heights, MN 55077
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$1,126 - $2,305
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$976 - $2,155
Required Monthly Fees
$150
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$1,126 - $2,305
Eagle Pointe
2044 Oakdale AveWest St. Paul, MN 55118
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$1,129 - $1,569
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLake Cove Village
5335-5365 Audobon AveInver Grove Heights, MN 55077
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$1,140 - $2,154
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$1,140 - $2,154
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Twelve 501 Apartment Homes
12501 Portland Ave SBurnsville, MN 55337
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCentennial & Heritage Apartments
1337 Centennial DrFarmington, MN 55024
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$1,150 - $1,395
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAllen Avenue
1526 Allen AveWest St. Paul, MN 55118
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$1,125
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Boulder Court Apartments
4182 Rahn RdEagan, MN 55122
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$1,159 - $2,079
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$1,095 - $2,015
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Stone Grove Apartments
2525 Williams DrBurnsville, MN 55337
3530 Lexington Ave S
EaganMN55123
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityDakota Station
124 E Highway 13 EBurnsville, MN 55337
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$1,171 - $1,525
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGlen at Burnsville
13000 Harriet Ave SBurnsville, MN 55337
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$1,175 - $1,540
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPines of Burnsville
1024 W Burnsville PkyBurnsville, MN 55337
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$1,180 - $1,450
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHoliday Acres Apartments
1762 Oakdale AveWest St. Paul, MN 55118
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$1,184 - $4,254
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$1,180 - $4,250
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$1,184 - $4,254
Willow Pond
11751 W River Hills DrBurnsville, MN 55337
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$1,185 - $1,755
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCARRINGTON COURT
700 Evergreen DrBurnsville, MN 55337
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$1,185 - $1,770
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMAJESTIC COVE
7472 157th St WApple Valley, MN 55124
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$1,185 - $2,860
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGlen Pond
1364 High Site DrEagan, MN 55121
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$1,191 - $2,348
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Felix
1311 W 143rd St WBurnsville, MN 55306
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$1,195 - $1,375
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLexington Hills Apartments
4100-4160 Lexington Ave SEagan, MN 55123
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$1,199 - $2,188
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHistorical - Southwind Village
15025 Greenhaven DrBurnsville, MN 55306
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$1,200 - $2,495
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEagan Heights Apartments
3345 Sherman CtEagan, MN 55121
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Dakota County, MN Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dakota County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Dakota County Studio Apartments | $1,354 | $946 | $2,739 |
| Dakota County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $900 | $3,100 |
| Dakota County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,916 | $1,075 | $4,674 |
| Dakota County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,314 | $1,535 | $4,100 |
| Dakota County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Dakota County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Dakota County, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Rambush Estates in the Timberland Knolls Acres neighborhood priced from $902. The Haven at Eagandale in the Terra Glenn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dakota County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rambush Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
| The Haven at Eagandale | The Retreat | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Hidden Valley Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 2-845 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Westview Park Community | Westview Gardens - 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| Live at The Oaks of West Saint Paul | Spacious & Comfortable Living | The Nook - Fully Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Buron Lane Apartments | 207 Buron Lane 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Meridian Pointe | Jasmine (S1gi) | Studio,1BA | $1,091 |
| Bayberry Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Oakdale Apartments | The Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dakota County, MN
As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dakota County area is the $0.78 price per square foot 5729 Model at 5721 Brent Ave in the in the Cahill Corridor neighborhood starting from $2,325. The second greatest value Dakota County apartment is the 2 Bedroom - Market Model at Grande Market Place starting at $1,818 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Heart of the City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dakota County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 5721 Brent Ave | 5729 | 3BR,4BA | $0.78 |
| Grande Market Place | 2 Bedroom - Market | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Eagle Pointe (2550 Voyageur) | 3B2B | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| The Ridge | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Rambush Estates | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| Emerson Hills Apartments | Oakdale | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Colonial Terrace | Renovated 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Allen Avenue | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Clark Place Apartments-Affordable Housing Available | 2 bed/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 2-845 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dakota County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dakota County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dakota County is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dakota County?
The cheapest apartment in Dakota County is Rambush Estates which is listed at $902, while the average apartment in Dakota County costs $2,324.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dakota County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 54 regular apartments in Dakota County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Dakota County?
Cheap apartments in Dakota County have an average cost of $1,052 which is $1,272 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dakota County.
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