
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Detroit Lakes, MN from $400 (69 Rentals)
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Norby Flats

Long Lake Apartments
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Jeannie Anne Apartments

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Sunset Ridge Apartments

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Blue Eagle Townhomes

Easten Townhomes

Westfield Apartments

Prairie Crossing Townhomes

Page House

Silverleaf Apartments

Goldenwood
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Lakes Studio Apartments | $844 | $485 | $1,070 |
| Detroit Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,169 | $575 | $1,850 |
| Detroit Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $595 | $2,500 |
| Detroit Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $750 | $1,925 |
| Detroit Lakes 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $1,270 | $1,715 |
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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. Riverside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Detroit Lakes apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeannie Anne Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $595 |
| Riverside Apartments | 911 studios | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| McCarthy Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $794 |
| South Shore Landing | Studio - G | Studio,1BA | $805 |
| Cascade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
| Spruce Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | Laurel Place | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Campus View Historic Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Fairways | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Huntington Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Pelican River | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Detroit Lakes, MN and Nearby
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Detroit Lakes area is the $0.86 price per square foot 2 Bedroom + Den, 1.5 Bath Model at Easten Townhomes in the starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Detroit Lakes apartment is the Mason Model at JP Place starting at $1,525 with a $1.31 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easten Townhomes | 2 Bedroom + Den, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
| JP Place | Mason | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| South Point Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Blue Eagle Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Waterstone Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Spruce Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | Laurel Place | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| McCarthy Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Pelican River | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Jeannie Anne Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Huntington Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Detroit Lakes Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Detroit Lakes?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Detroit Lakes is at Riverside Apartments listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Detroit Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Detroit Lakes Apartment is $898 at Cascade Apartments.
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.
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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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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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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.