
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dakota County, MN from $922 (240 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Dakota County.


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Buron Lane Apartments

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Somerset Green/Sandalwood Place

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Eagle Pointe Apartments

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Imperial Heights Apartments

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Waterford Green Apartments & Townhomes

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The Drover

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Lemay Lake Apartments

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Westview Village Apartments

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Oaks of West Saint Paul
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Westview Park Community

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The Bluffs of Burnsville

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View Pointe Apartments

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Fox Ridge Estates

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430 Mendota Apartments

903 Oakdale Ave

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Heritage Crest Apartments

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PEARLWOOD ESTATES

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Berkshire of Burnsville

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Southview Greens
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Lake Cove Village

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405 10th Ave N

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Bayberry Place

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Cedar Ridge Apartments

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Meridian Pointe

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Parkwood Pointe Apartments

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Boulder Court Apartments

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Twelve 501 Apartments

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Willow Pond

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Cedar Valley Apartments
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Dakota Station

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Clark Place Apartments & Townhomes

105 2nd St E

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902 Wescott Trl

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Glen Pond

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Holiday Acres Apartments

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MAJESTIC COVE

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Oakdale Apartments

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The Concord

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White Oaks Apartments
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The Pointe at Cedar Grove

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Voyageur Estates

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Stoneridge

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Rosewood Manor

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Allen Avenue

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Hidden Valley Apartments

136 11th Ave N

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Charlton Terrace

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Silver Bell Apartments

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Colonial Terrace
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Dakota County, MN Local Guide

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 | $1,405 | $922 | $2,799 |
| Dakota County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $950 | $8,234 |
| Dakota County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $1,135 | $8,524 |
| Dakota County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,693 | $1,175 | $4,495 |
| Dakota County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,823 | $2,500 | $4,508 |
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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 Annapolis Apartments in the West Side neighborhood priced from $965. Imperial Heights Apartments in the Moreland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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 |
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| Annapolis Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR, 1BA | $965 |
| Imperial Heights Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $995 |
| Westview Park Community | Westview Gardens - 1br | 1BR, 1BA | $1,075 |
| The Bluffs of Burnsville | 2 BR 1.5 B | 2BR, 1BA | $1,086 |
| 3-848 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,095 |
| PEARLWOOD ESTATES | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Waitlist Application | 1BR, 1BA | $1,110 |
| 405 10th Ave N | 1BR | 1BR, 1BA | $1,129 |
| Bayberry Place | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,131 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 3 BR 1.5 B | 3BR, 1BA | $1,135 |
| Meridian Pointe | Jasmine (S1gi) | Studio, 1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dakota County, MN
As of September 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dakota County area is the $1.35 price per square foot Quartet Model at Summit Townhomes in the Vista View neighborhood starting from $2,819. The second greatest value Dakota County apartment is the Large 2BR/2BA Model at Southview Greens in the Cahill Corridor neighborhood starting at $1,485 with a $1.24 price per square foot. 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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| Summit Townhomes | Quartet | 4BR, 3.5BA | $1.35 |
| Southview Greens | Large 2BR/2BA | 2BR, 2BA | $1.24 |
| Boulder Ridge | The Quartz | 2BR, 2BA | $1.32 |
| 20660 Holyoke Ave | 20660 Holyoke Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $1.10 |
| The Ridge | 2BR/2BA | 2BR, 2BA | $1.32 |
| Cedar Ridge Apartments | 2 BR Split | 2BR, 1BA | $1.19 |
| Hidden Valley Apartments | Two Bedroom/One Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.37 |
| Emerson Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR, 1BA | $1.37 |
| 3-848 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.37 |
| The Bluffs of Burnsville | 1 BR | 1BR, 1BA | $1.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dakota County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dakota County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dakota County is at Imperial Heights Apartments listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dakota County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dakota County Apartment is $965 at Annapolis Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dakota County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dakota County is starting from $1,086 at The Bluffs of Burnsville.
What is the most affordable Dakota County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dakota County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,135.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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