
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elk River, MN from $500 (37 Rentals)
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Elk River Lodge and Apartments

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Ridgewood Manor Partnership

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Jackson Hills Apartments

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The Delta Apartments

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11755 191 1/2 Ave NW, Unit #302

365 Baldwin Ave NW, Unit 106
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365 Baldwin Ave NW, Unit 105

Lions Park Apartments

Dove Terrace

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Evans Meadows

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Dove Tree Apartments

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Granite Shores

Elk Ridge Manor

Pullman Place Cooperative

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Elk Ridges Estates

School Place Apartments

Jackson Place

Elk Ridge Lodge

Lake Orono Estates

17130 Nixon St

22167 156th St NW

17127 Polk St NW

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Rivers Edge Apartments

The Village of Otsego

16190 71st Ln NE

860 Independence Dr

4165 Orleans Dr NE

7224 147th Terrace NW

23345 Yucca St NW

599 William St
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7279 147 Ln NW
Elk River, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elk River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elk River Studio Apartments | $962 | $895 | $1,245 |
| Elk River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $573 | $1,914 |
| Elk River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $735 | $2,300 |
| Elk River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $811 | $2,750 |
| Elk River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,047 | $2,047 | $2,047 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elk River, MN
Pricing Updated: 06/21/2026Current apartment rentals in the Elk River, MN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Elk River Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Lakes Estates | $2,047 | $573 | 35 |
Cheapest Available Elk River Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elk River, MN is a Studio unit found at Elk River Lodge and Apartments in the Twin Lakes Estates neighborhood priced from $845. Jackson Hills Apartments in the Twin Lakes Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,189. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elk River apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elk River Lodge and Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| Jackson Hills Apartments | The Bunker - CONTACT FOR AVAILABILITY | Studio,1BA | $1,189 |
| The Delta Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| Lions Park Apartments | Two Bedroom/ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Dove Terrace | 2 Bedroom A - 871 | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Dove Tree Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath A | 3BR,2BA | $1,750 |
| Evans Meadows | Timberwolf | 1BR,1BA | $1,819 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elk River, MN
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elk River area is the $1.51 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath A Model at Dove Tree Apartments in the in the Twin Lakes Estates neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Elk River apartment is the 11755 191 1/2 Ave NW Model at 11755 191 1/2 Ave NW, Unit #302 starting at $1,300 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Twin Lakes Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elk River apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dove Tree Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath A | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 11755 191 1/2 Ave NW, Unit #302 | 11755 191 1/2 Ave NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Lions Park Apartments | Two Bedroom/ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Dove Terrace | 2 Bedroom A - 871 | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Evans Meadows | Timberwolf | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| The Delta Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.96 |
| Jackson Hills Apartments | The Bunker - CONTACT FOR AVAILABILITY | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
| Elk River Lodge and Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elk River Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Elk River?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Elk River is under $1,819.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elk River?
The cheapest apartment in Elk River is Jackson Hills Apartments which is listed at $1,269, while the average apartment in Elk River costs $2,047.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Elk River?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Elk River that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Elk River?
Cheap apartments in Elk River have an average cost of $1,021 which is $1,026 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elk River.
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