Cheap Homes for Rent in Dakota County, MN from $1,000 (21 Rentals)

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5161 148th St W

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1800 Riverwood Dr, Unit 224

1800 Riverwood Dr
BurnsvilleMN55337

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1887 Silver Bell Rd
EaganMN55122

Cheapest Available Dakota County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Dakota County, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial Court Apartments in the Moreland neighborhood priced from $905. River Ridge Apartments in the Dakota Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $910. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dakota County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Colonial Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$905
River Ridge Apartments2 bed/1bath2BR,1BA$910
View Pointe ApartmentsStudio/1-BathStudio,1BA$925
Annapolis Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$945
The Haven at EagandaleThe Retreat1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dakota County, MN

As of September 15, 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 $1,729 with a $1.10 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5721 Brent Ave57293BR,4BA$0.78
Grande Market Place2 Bedroom - Market2BR,2BA$1.10
1562 Motor Ave, Unit 11562 Motor Ave3BR,1BA$1.20
Imperial Heights Apartments2 Bedroom + Den Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.41
Allen Avenue2 Bedroom - Remodeled2BR,1BA$1.41
River Ridge Apartments2 bed/1bath2BR,1BA$1.01
Hidden Valley ApartmentsTwo Bedroom/One Bath2BR,1BA$1.37
Charlton ParkRenovated 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.41
Centennial & Heritage Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
The Bluffs of Burnsville1 BR1BR,1BA$1.33

Frequently Asked Questions about Dakota County

What type of rentals are currently available in Dakota County?

There are currently 611 Apartments for Rent in Dakota County, MN with pricing that ranges from $900 to $9,557. There are also 128 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dakota County ranging from $1,075 to $4,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dakota County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dakota County ranges from $1,075 to $4,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,418.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Dakota County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Dakota County range from $1,299 to $3,945, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,750 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,499 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,999.

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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