
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Dakota, MN from $500 (44 Rentals)
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Galesville Greens

WEDGEWOOD COMMONS

615 Market St

Fairway Woods Apartments

Cliffside Apartments

Lakeview Manor Apartments

2126 Kyle Ln, Unit 1
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The Hub on 6th

The Millennial

Badger West Residences

Gund Brewery Lofts

C & C Residences

110 N Holmen Dr

Garden Terrace Apartments

Riverview Apartments
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Elliott Arms Apartments

Great River Residences

The Driftless Senior Apartments and Townhomes

Roosevelt School Apartments

5th Ward Residences

Valley View Townhomes

Grand River Station

The Meadows (Amy Dr)
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Hidden Glen Apartments

Field of Dreams

2538 Harvey St

Halfway Creek Apartments

308 7th St S

The Residences at 843 Oak

Pine Ridge Apartment Homes

109 W Oak St
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Stonefield Manor Senior Apartments

1026 Liberty St

Collective on 4th

1132 Vine St

River Bluff Apartment Homes

921 6th St S

Bluffview Apartments

1551 Loomis St
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802 7th St

River's Edge Apartments

1617 10th St S

16899 S 12th St
Dakota, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dakota?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota Studio Apartments | $902 | $775 | $1,056 |
| Dakota 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,212 | $799 | $2,100 |
| Dakota 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,483 | $746 | $2,855 |
| Dakota 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $786 | $2,800 |
| Dakota 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
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Cheapest Available Dakota Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dakota, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Galesville Greens priced from $746. Lakeview Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dakota apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galesville Greens | 2BR Rent based on 30% of income | 2BR,1BA | $746 |
| Lakeview Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| The Hub on 6th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Badger West Residences | Ori Flex Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| C & C Residences | Ori Shift Studio | Studio,1BA | $930 |
| WEDGEWOOD COMMONS | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Riverview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Elliott Arms Apartments | Deluxe Corner Studio (Includes Heat) | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| Great River Residences | 400 Court St 1BR|1B | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dakota, MN and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dakota area is the $0.47 price per square foot 4 BR Model at The Vine in the in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood starting from $635. The second greatest value Dakota apartment is the 1135 State 3 BR Model at 1125-1135 State Street starting at $600 with a $0.49 price per square foot in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dakota apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vine | 4 BR | 4BR,2BA | $0.47 |
| 1125-1135 State Street | 1135 State 3 BR | 3BR,1BA | $0.49 |
| Hidden Glen Apartments | 3 Bdrm Townhome 60% | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| The Residences @ 1027 | 2 Beds/2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| 5th Ward Residences | 2 Bedroom | 2 Bath Corner | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| The Meadows (Amy Dr) | 2 Bedroom Holmen | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Cliffside Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Fairway Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Galesville Greens | 2BR Rent based on 30% of income | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dakota Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dakota?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dakota is at Lakeview Manor Apartments listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dakota Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dakota Apartment is $900 at Lakeview Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dakota Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dakota is starting from $746 at Galesville Greens.
What is the most affordable Dakota Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dakota Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Galesville Greens and starts from $786.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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