Cheap Homes for Rent in Elgin, MN from $1,000 (6 Rentals)

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property at 1107 5th Ave NW

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1107 5th Ave NW

RochesterMN55901
property at 111 8th Ave SE

$1,085

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$1,085

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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111 8th Ave SE

RochesterMN55904

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property at 2114 Valleyhigh Dr NW

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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2114 Valleyhigh Dr NW

RochesterMN55901
property at 1422 2nd St SE

$1,350

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Dec 18, 2026

1422 2nd St SE

RochesterMN55904
property at 1507 5th Ave NE

$1,475

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$1,475

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2 Bedroom, 1.25 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1507 5th Ave NE

RochesterMN55906

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Elgin, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elgin Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elgin, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at The Gates of Rochester in the Northwest Rochester neighborhood priced from $989. Rochester Heights in the Northwest Rochester neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,049. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elgin apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Gates of RochesterCarlyle1BR,1BA$989
Rochester Heights1 Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1,049
Green Arbor Commons2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elgin, MN and Nearby

As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elgin area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2BR Model at Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic in the in the Meadow Park neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Elgin apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at River Glen starting at $1,900 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the North Rochester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic2BR2BR,2.5BA$1.07
River Glen3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.36
Georgetowne Homes3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.14
Winchester Apartments & TownhomesPemberton3BR,1.5BA$1.26
Falcon Heights Townhomes2 Bed, 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.66
Olympik Village ApartmentsApollo3BR,2BA$1.20
Green Arbor Commons2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.05
Essex PlaceOne Bedroom - Finch1BR,1BA$1.54
The Gates of RochesterCarlyle1BR,1BA$1.39
Rochester Heights1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.67

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elgin

What type of rentals are currently available in Elgin?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Elgin, MN with pricing that ranges from $775 to $3,300. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elgin ranging from $1,000 to $3,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elgin?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elgin ranges from $1,000 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,774.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.