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How much does it cost to rent a home in Excelsior?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excelsior 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,123 | $1,350 | $3,595 |
| Excelsior 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,116 | $1,495 | $10,000+ |
| Excelsior 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,647 | $2,900 | $8,995 |
| Excelsior 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,558 | $3,500 | $9,500 |
| Excelsior 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,947 | $8,900 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Excelsior Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Excelsior, MN is a Studio unit found at Hunters Ridge in the Glen Lake neighborhood priced from $1,085. Bayview Apartments in the Outlying Hennepin Far Western Suburbs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Excelsior apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Ridge | Crystal | Studio,1BA | $1,085 |
| Bayview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Stratford Wood | Timberland | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Excelsior, MN and Nearby
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Excelsior area is the $1.54 price per square foot Floorplan A Model at Highland Shores Apartments in the in the The Preserve neighborhood starting from $1,915. The second greatest value Excelsior apartment is the 2BR Model at Gateway Place Apartments starting at $1,529 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the The Preserve neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Excelsior apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Shores Apartments | Floorplan A | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Gateway Place Apartments | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Quail Ridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Shorewood Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Langdon Lake Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Lake Susan Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Harbor District Apartments | Large one bedroom with in unit W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Stratford Wood | Timberland | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Christmas Lake Manor Apartments | One Bathroom/ One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Hunters Ridge | Crystal | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Excelsior?
There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in Excelsior, MN with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $8,950. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Excelsior ranging from $1,350 to $14,995.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Excelsior ranges from $1,350 to $14,995 with an average monthly rent of $5,214.
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