
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Excelsior, MN (48 Rentals)


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Bay Pointe Apartments

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Christmas Lake Manor Apartments

182 West Dr

The Lake House - Excelsior

200 Cedar St

24530 Smithtown Rd

Excelsior Manor

Greenwood Manor
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Excelsior Shores

One West Drive

Carriage Hill

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Tonka Manor

Excelsior Lake

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Venue on 78th

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THE PLAZA at Hazeltine Apartments

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Lake Hazeltine Woods

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Harbor District Apartments

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Heritage Park Apartments

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Victoria Flats

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Springs at McKnight Lake

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Lake Susan Apartments

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The Ellie

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Sterling Ponds Apartments
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Minnetonka Edgewater

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Solace on Lake Minnetonka

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Dockside Apartments on Lake Minnetonka

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Lake Jonathan Flats

Villages of Island Park

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Highcroft Manor

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Bayview Apartments

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AbleLight Village

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Oaks Glen Lake Apartments
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Langdon Lake Apartments

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Hazeltine Shores

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Highland Shores Apartments

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Hunters Ridge

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Gateway Place Apartments

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Shorewood Place Apartments

810 9th Ave S

946 Westbrooke Way

Stratford Wood
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The Mist on Lake Minnetonka

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Excelsior, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Excelsior?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior Studio Apartments | $1,410 | $1,000 | $1,707 |
| Excelsior 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $1,050 | $3,150 |
| Excelsior 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,216 | $1,059 | $8,950 |
| Excelsior 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,117 | $1,350 | $7,107 |
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Largest Available Excelsior and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Excelsior, MN is found at The Mist on Lake Minnetonka in the Outlying Hennepin Far Western Suburbs neighborhood and is 1,543 square feet priced from $2,521. Sterling Ponds Apartments in the Oak Terrace neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 972 square feet and currently listed start at $1,865. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Excelsior:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mist on Lake Minnetonka | 1 Bed 2 Bath with Den | 1,543 Sq Ft | $2,521 |
| Sterling Ponds Apartments | 1 Bedroom+Den | 972 Sq Ft | $1,865 |
| The Ellie | June | 935 Sq Ft | $2,035 |
| Springs at McKnight Lake | 1 BR Designer Overlook | 882 Sq Ft | $1,828 |
| Langdon Lake Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 880 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Harbor District Apartments | 840 Sq Ft | $1,425 | |
| Lake Jonathan Flats | Captain | 768 Sq Ft | $1,758 |
| Minnetonka Edgewater | Lake View One Bedroom | 754 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Victoria Flats | Stieger | 723 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Venue on 78th | Crescendo | 720 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
Cheapest Available Excelsior and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Excelsior, MN is the 1BR / 1BA Model starting from $1,055 at Bay Pointe in the Pinehurst neighborhood. The second most affordable Excelsior 1 Bedroom is the One Bathroom/ One Bedroom Model at Christmas Lake Manor Apartments starting at $1,080 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Excelsior is currently $1,662. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Excelsior:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Pointe | 1BR / 1BA | $1,055 |
| Christmas Lake Manor Apartments | One Bathroom/ One Bedroom | $1,080 |
| Dockside Apartments on Lake Minnetonka | The Reflection | $1,120 |
| Stratford Wood | Timberland | $1,127 |
| Langdon Lake Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | $1,200 |
| Highcroft Manor | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,250 |
| Hunters Ridge | Jennings | $1,260 |
| Shorewood Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,295 |
| Sterling Ponds Apartments | Senior 1A | $1,320 |
| Harbor District Apartments | Top Floor Large One Bedroom | $1,425 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Excelsior Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Excelsior with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Excelsior is at Bay Pointe listed at $1,055.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Excelsior Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Excelsior is $1,662.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Excelsior Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Excelsior is a 1,543 square feet unit starting from $2,521 at The Mist on Lake Minnetonka.
What is the average size for Excelsior 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Excelsior is currently 743 sq ft.
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