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

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Silver Birch
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Silver Birch

303 Washington AveDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Jackson Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jackson Apartments

1210 Jackson AveDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Marigold Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Marigold Apartments

110 Union St EDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Lakeview
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeview

1333 Madison AveDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Riverplace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverplace

1215 Long AveDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Norby Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Norby Flats

823 Washington AveDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Long Lake Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Long Lake Apartments

1710 Brainard BlvdDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Apex Townhomes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Apex Townhomes

1402-1412 Apex CtDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Union Square Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Union Square Apartments

405 Andrews AveDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Richwood Heights
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Richwood Heights

200-278 Heights Ridge LnDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Stonebrook III
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stonebrook III

226 Stone Creek DrDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Pelican River
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pelican River

1260 Loring AveDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Stonebrook Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stonebrook Apartments

304 Pelican River RdDetroit Lakes, MN 56501
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Page House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Page House

221 E Cavour AveFergus Falls, MN 56537
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Silverleaf Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Silverleaf Apartments

124 E Summit AveFergus Falls, MN 56537
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Goldenwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Goldenwood

1145 Friberg AveFergus Falls, MN 56537
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Detroit Lakes, MN Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jeannie Anne ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$595
Riverside Apartments911 studiosStudio,1BA$695
McCarthy Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$794
South Shore LandingStudio - GStudio,1BA$805
Cascade ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$898
Spruce Place Apartments2 Bedroom | Laurel Place2BR,1BA$900
Campus View Historic Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$900
The Fairways1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$995
Huntington Pointe Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$995
Pelican River2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Easten Townhomes2 Bedroom + Den, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.86
JP PlaceMason3BR,2BA$1.31
South Point Apartments2 bedroom 2 bathroom2BR,2BA$1.32
Blue Eagle TownhomesThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.15
Waterstone Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.06
Spruce Place Apartments2 Bedroom | Laurel Place2BR,1BA$1.01
McCarthy Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.99
Pelican River2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.32
Jeannie Anne ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.79
Huntington Pointe Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.33

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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