Cheap Homes for Rent in Fairfax, MN from $400 (11 Rentals)

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property at 808 N 8th St

$450

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$450

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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808 N 8th St

OliviaMN56277
property at 311 5th St S

$848

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$848

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$848

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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311 5th St S

Grove CityMN56243
property at 512 Maple Ln

$848

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$848

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$848

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Feb 1, 2026

512 Maple Ln

Grove CityMN56243
property at 551 Milky Way St S

$850

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$850

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$850

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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551 Milky Way St S

CosmosMN56228
property at 325 E Washington St

$1,025

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$1,025

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$1,025

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jan 1, 2026

325 E Washington St

MankatoMN56001

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property at 200 Atlantic Ave

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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200 Atlantic Ave

KandiyohiMN56251
property at 524-512 12th St SW

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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524-512 12th St SW

WillmarMN56201
property at 418 Allan Ave

$1,095

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$1,095

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$1,095

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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418 Allan Ave

North MankatoMN56003
property at 255 6th Ave NE

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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255 6th Ave NE

HutchinsonMN55350
property at 114 Lynn Ln

$1,169

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$1,169

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$1,169

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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114 Lynn Ln

MankatoMN56001

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property at 812 6th St SE

$1,200

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$1,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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812 6th St SE

WillmarMN56201

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 1212 Heckman Ct priced from $750. Bethel On Bryant has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfax apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1212 Heckman CtStudioStudio,1BA$750
Bethel On BryantRenville - 2/12BR,1BA$795
Downtown Estates1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$795
907 Dale St Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Red Skye Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, MN and Nearby

As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfax area is the $1.03 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Vista View Townhomes in the starting from $1,242. The second greatest value Fairfax apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 131 W 11th St starting at $950 with a $1.00 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.
Vista View Townhomes3 Bedroom Townhouse3BR,1.5BA$1.03
131 W 11th St2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.00
Nyberg Apartments 55+2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.00
1212 Heckman CtStudioStudio ,1BA$0.83
Country Club Manor2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.19
Bethel On BryantRenville - 2/12BR,1BA$0.92
Mansard ApartmentsTwo Bedroom and 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.06
Downtown Estates1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.99
Maplewood Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.11
907 Dale St Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfax

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairfax?

There are currently 91 Apartments for Rent in Fairfax, MN with pricing that ranges from $451 to $2,360. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairfax ranging from $450 to $3,800.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairfax ranges from $450 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,778.

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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.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly 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!