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1550 Charlton StWest St. Paul, MN 55118
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dakota County, MN from $700 (194 Rentals)
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14709 W Burnsville PkyBurnsville, MN 55306
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2400 Voyageur PkyHastings, MN 55033
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Charlton Estates
1492 Charlton StWest St. Paul, MN 55118
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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 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Haven at Eagandale
3040 Eagandale PlEagan, MN 55121
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561 Westview DrHastings, MN 55033
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14595-14599 Cimarron AveRosemount, MN 55068
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Stoneridge Apts-2060
2060 Charlton StSt. Paul, MN 55118
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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 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBurnsville Pointe
3809 Sibley StBurnsville, MN 55337
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View Pointe Apartments
3898 S Valley View Dr SEagan, MN 55122
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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 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLemay Lake Apartments
3015 Eagandale PlEagan, MN 55121
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307 4th St EHastings, MN 55033
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBuron Lane Apartments
221 Buron LnSouth St. Paul, MN 55075
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$1,071 - $1,584
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Connelly On Eleven
2003 E 121st StBurnsville, MN 55337
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Willow Pond
11751 W River Hills DrBurnsville, MN 55337
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Charlton Terrace
212-232 Thompson Ave WWest St. Paul, MN 55118
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGlen at Burnsville
13000 Harriet Ave SBurnsville, MN 55337
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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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$1,115 - $2,130
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGlen Pond
1364 High Site DrEagan, MN 55121
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBerkshire of Burnsville
13901 Echo Park CirBurnsville, MN 55337
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSouthview Greens
4835-4865 Babcock TrlInver Grove Heights, MN 55077
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLake Cove Village
5335-5365 Audobon AveInver Grove Heights, MN 55077
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Eagle Pointe
2044 Oakdale AveWest St. Paul, MN 55118
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$1,138 - $3,266
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Avana West Park
429 E Travelers TrlBurnsville, MN 55337
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$1,140 - $2,664
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Twelve 501 Apartment Homes
12501 Portland Ave SBurnsville, MN 55337
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCedar Valley Apartments
7433 128th St WApple Valley, MN 55124
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$1,150 - $1,250
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCentennial & Heritage Apartments
1337 Centennial DrFarmington, MN 55024
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFox Ridge Estates
3367 Coachman RdEagan, MN 55121
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Bayberry Place
3395 Yankee Doodle LnEagan, MN 55121
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14115 Pennock Ave, Unit 306
14115 Pennock AveApple Valley, MN 55124
3520 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 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVillas at Pleasant Ave II - 55+
12800 Pleasant AveBurnsville, MN 55337
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Boulder Court Apartments
4182 Rahn RdEagan, MN 55122
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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 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCARRINGTON COURT
700 Evergreen DrBurnsville, MN 55337
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMAJESTIC COVE
7472 157th St WApple Valley, MN 55124
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Felix
1311 W 143rd St WBurnsville, MN 55306
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The Concord
1240 Bryant AveSouth St. Paul, MN 55075
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$1,198 - $2,195
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$1,143 - $2,140
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$1,198 - $2,195
Meridian Pointe
251 McAndrews Rd WBurnsville, MN 55337
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEagan Heights Apartments
3345 Sherman CtEagan, MN 55121
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1625 Walnut St, Unit #3
1625 Walnut StHastings, MN 55033
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Charlton Place
110-120 Thompson Ave WWest St. Paul, MN 55118
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$1,204 - $2,014
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$1,195 - $2,005
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$1,204 - $2,014
Parkwood Pointe Apartments
12312 Parkwood DrBurnsville, MN 55337
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$1,209 - $2,281
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$1,176 - $2,248
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The Woods of Burnsville Apartments
14701 Portland Ave SBurnsville, MN 55306
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$1,210 - $1,415
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White Oaks Apartments
425 Arion St EWest St. Paul, MN 55118
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota County Studio Apartments | $1,347 | $946 | $1,965 |
| Dakota County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $900 | $3,100 |
| Dakota County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $1,158 | $4,650 |
| Dakota County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,365 | $1,535 | $3,620 |
| Dakota County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,325 | $2,000 | $2,650 |
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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 $945. Charlton Estates in the Moreland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $979. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dakota County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annapolis Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Charlton Estates | Studio (ground lv) | Studio,1BA | $979 |
| The Haven at Eagandale | The Retreat | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Hidden Valley Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Burnsville Pointe | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Westview Park Community | Westview Gardens - 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| View Pointe Apartments | Studio/1-Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
| Willow Pond | Elm | Studio,1BA | $1,079 |
| Glen at Burnsville | A1 Rockford | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Buron Lane Apartments | 362 6th Ave N | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dakota County, MN
As of January 13, 2026 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 D1 Model at Wexford Place starting at $1,646 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Glendalough 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5721 Brent Ave | 5729 | 3BR,4BA | $0.78 |
| Wexford Place | D1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Eagle Pointe (2550 Voyageur) | 3B2B | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| The Ridge | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Emerson Hills Apartments | Oakdale | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Bluffs of Burnsville | 2 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Southview Greens | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 1625 Walnut St, Unit #3 | 1625 Walnut St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Charlton Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Glen at Burnsville | A1 Rockford | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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 Charlton Estates listed at $979.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dakota County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dakota County Apartment is $945 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 $1,170 at Buron Lane Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dakota County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dakota County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eagle Pointe (2550 Voyageur) and starts from $1,500.
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