
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Dawson, MN from $425 (68 Rentals)
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Beardsley Apartments

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RC Square Apartments

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Sterling Manor Apartments

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Suite Liv'N - Willmar

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Nature's Edge Apartments

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Suite Liv'n - Marshall

104 W Main St

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Suite Livn Suites

Innovation Village
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Archer Flats

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506 Flats Apartments

1100 Elizabeth Ave SE

Wilkeshire Apartments

232 Fremont St S

312 Hidden Acres Dr NW

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Thunder Hawk Apartments

Marketplace Apartments
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Henry Hill Apartments

The Lofts

1008 Hackberry Dr

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Red Skye Lofts

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Nexus Apartments

Generations on 1st

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Edgeview Apartments

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East Point Village Apartments

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The Preserve on 24th

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Valleyside Townhomes
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Clara City Community Haus

Clinton Community Housing

Lyon County Apartments

806 W 5th St

Morning Sun Apartments

Heritage Apartments- Morris

Lake Place II

Scotland Green Apartments

Woodland Park - Ivanhoe

Home Rite Apartments
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North Villa Apartments

Wildwood Apartments

Bethel On Bryant

Westmar Apartments

Eastside Acres

Cardinal Manor Apartments

Nyberg Apartments 55+

105 1st Ave SW

Oak Street

1505 Becker Ave SE
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Dawson, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dawson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson Studio Apartments | $941 | $425 | $1,190 |
| Dawson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $600 | $2,030 |
| Dawson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $625 | $2,040 |
| Dawson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,617 | $1,150 | $1,905 |
| Dawson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $1,350 | $1,995 |
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Cheapest Available Dawson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dawson, MN is a Studio unit found at Building Three Thirty priced from $425. Beardsley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dawson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Building Three Thirty | Small Studio | Studio, 1BA | $425 |
| Beardsley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $600 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $725 |
| Bethel On Bryant | Renville - 1/1 | 1BR, 1BA | $745 |
| Suite Liv'N - Willmar | Studio 1 Bath | Studio, 1BA | $745 |
| Suite Liv'n - Marshall | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $775 |
| Suite Livn Suites | Suite | 2BR, 1BA | $800 |
| Archer Flats | Efficiency | Studio, 1BA | $925 |
| Circle Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $925 |
| Lamplighter Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $930 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dawson, MN and Nearby
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dawson area is the $1.43 price per square foot Enterprise C Model at Innovation Village in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood starting from $1,785. The second greatest value Dawson apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Beardsley Apartments starting at $700 with a $0.58 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dawson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Innovation Village | Enterprise C | 3BR, 2BA | $1.43 |
| Beardsley Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $0.58 |
| Block 25 Lofts | Sibley | 2BR, 2BA | $1.32 |
| Wilkeshire Apartments | Hawthorne | 2BR, 1BA | $1.27 |
| The Oaks I & II | Oaks I Two Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.46 |
| Suite Livn Suites | Suite | 2BR, 1BA | $0.94 |
| Sterling Manor Apartments | Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.27 |
| Generations on 1st | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.46 |
| Lamplighter Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.30 |
| 505 15th Ave SW | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dawson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dawson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dawson is at Building Three Thirty listed at $425.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dawson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dawson Apartment is $600 at Beardsley Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dawson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dawson is starting from $700 at Beardsley Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dawson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dawson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Suite Liv'N - Willmar and starts from $1,150.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
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