Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, MN from $400 (22 Rentals)

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200 10th Ave SE
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

200 10th Ave SE

200 10th Ave SEFairfax, MN 55332
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11 Park St N
1 Bedroom Apartments

11 Park St N

11 Park St NFairfax, MN 55332
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330 4th St SW
Studio Apartments

330 4th St SW

330 4th St SWWillmar, MN 56201
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701 N 7th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

701 N 7th St

701 N 7th StOlivia, MN 56277
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1173 Dewey St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1173 Dewey St

1173 Dewey StWabasso, MN 56293
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1205 S Sibley Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1205 S Sibley Ave

1205 S Sibley AveLitchfield, MN 55355
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Autumn Glen Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Glen Apartments

822 W Main St WArlington, MN 55307
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201 S Minnesota St
1 Bedroom Apartments

201 S Minnesota St

201 S Minnesota StRedwood Falls, MN 56283
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200 1st Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

200 1st Ave

200 1st AveSacred Heart, MN 56285
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Grove Heights Townhomes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grove Heights Townhomes

500-614 Maple LnGrove City, MN 56243
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Autumn Glen Townhomes
1 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Glen Townhomes

502-510 W 8th StWinthrop, MN 55396
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36 Jefferson Ave E
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

36 Jefferson Ave E

36 Jefferson Ave EGaylord, MN 55334

Fairfax, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairfax Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfax, MN is a Studio unit found at Sterling Manor Apartments priced from $691. 907 Dale St Apartments in the Downtown Hutchinson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sterling Manor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$691
907 Dale St Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
1212 Heckman CtStudio1BR,1BA$800
1505 Becker Ave SE1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$825
Commerce ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, MN and Nearby

As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Red Skye Lofts in the starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Henderson Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $0.98 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfax apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Red Skye Lofts3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$0.91
Henderson Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.98
Somerset PropertiesThree Bedroom A - By The Lake3BR,2BA$1.24
Sleepy Eye Apartments Homes2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.26
Nyberg Apartments 55+2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.00
Mansard ApartmentsTwo Bedroom and 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.00
1212 Heckman CtStudioStudio ,1BA$0.89
Hillcrest Apartments2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.12
219 6th St SWOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
907 Dale St Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23

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Getting Around Fairfax, MN

Walk Score®

14 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfax Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairfax?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairfax is at Sterling Manor Apartments listed at $691.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfax Apartment is $800 at 907 Dale St Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairfax Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairfax is starting from $900 at 907 Dale St Apartments.

What is the most affordable Fairfax Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fairfax Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Red Skye Lofts and starts from $1,250.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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