Cheap Apartments for Rent in Detroit Lakes, MN from $400 (36 Rentals)
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6 11th St S

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1009 13th Ave N

1510 11th Ave N

2913 8th St N

710 10th Ave N

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Detroit Lakes, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Detroit Lakes?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Detroit Lakes Studio Apartments | $737 | $485 | $925 |
Detroit Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $565 | $1,763 |
Detroit Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,120 | $595 | $2,100 |
Detroit Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,287 | $715 | $1,795 |
Detroit Lakes 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $1,150 | $1,680 |
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Cheapest Available Detroit Lakes Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Detroit Lakes, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Jeannie Anne Apartments priced from $595. Sebeka Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $780. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Detroit Lakes apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Jeannie Anne Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $595 |
Sebeka Housing | Riverview 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
Valley Pines Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $813 |
Cascade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
Park Rapids Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $885 |
Waterstone Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
The Colony | H | 2BR,1BA | $940 |
The Fairways | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Parkview Housing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath H/C Unit | 2BR,1BA | $977 |
Sunset Ridge Apartments | 2467 - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Detroit Lakes, MN and Nearby
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Detroit Lakes area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 Bed/2 Bath Model at Huntington Pointe Apartments in the starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Detroit Lakes apartment is the C Model at South Shore Landing starting at $1,450 with a $1.18 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Detroit Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Huntington Pointe Apartments | 3 Bed/2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
South Shore Landing | C | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
Horizon Shores Estates | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Westfield Apartments | Westfield 3 bed | 3BR,1BA | $1.20 |
The Colony | H | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Blue Eagle Townhomes | 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Park Rapids Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
Colonial Village Apartments | Colonial: 2 Bedroom Apt | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Parkview Housing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath H/C Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Jeannie Anne Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
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Getting Around Detroit Lakes, MN
Walk Score®
37 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Detroit Lakes Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Detroit Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Detroit Lakes Apartment is $780 at Sebeka Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Detroit Lakes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Detroit Lakes is starting from $595 at Jeannie Anne Apartments.
What is the most affordable Detroit Lakes Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Detroit Lakes Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Fairways and starts from $1,195.
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