
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Farmington, MN from $1,200 (17 Rentals)
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Farmington, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Farmington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmington Studio Apartments | $1,493 | $1,487 | $1,497 |
| Farmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,751 | $1,525 | $2,032 |
| Farmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,026 | $1,250 | $2,465 |
| Farmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,628 | $2,349 | $2,955 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Farmington, MN
Pricing Updated: 05/01/2026Current apartment rentals in the Farmington, 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 Farmington Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Creek | $2,395 | $1,350 | 51 |
| Mystic Meadows | $2,395 | $1,250 | 70 |
Cheapest Available Farmington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Farmington, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Centennial & Heritage Apartments in the Wood Hill neighborhood priced from $1,350. Springs at Lakeville in the Donnelly Farm neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,487. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Farmington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Centennial & Heritage Apartments | 2 BD/1 BA (720) | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Springs at Lakeville | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,487 |
| Springs At Cobblestone Lake | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,494 |
| The Emery Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| The Edison at Spirit | FORD | 1BR,1BA | $1,601 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Farmington, MN
As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Farmington area is the $2.14 price per square foot Shire Model at Livery Modern Apartments in the in the Cobblestone Legacy neighborhood starting from $2,955. The second greatest value Farmington apartment is the LAMARR II (ACC) Model at The Edison at Avonlea starting at $1,953 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Donnelly Farm neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Farmington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Livery Modern Apartments | Shire | 3BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| The Edison at Avonlea | LAMARR II (ACC) | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| The Edison at Spirit | FORD | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| The Emery Apartments | 1 Bedroom plus Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Centennial & Heritage Apartments | 2 BD/1 BA (715) | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Rye Apartments | Danko | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Springs at Lakeville | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
| Springs At Cobblestone Lake | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio ,1BA | $2.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Farmington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Farmington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Farmington is under $1,953.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Farmington?
The cheapest apartment in Farmington is The Emery Apartments which is listed at $1,525, while the average apartment in Farmington costs $2,395.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Farmington?
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 Farmington 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 Farmington?
Cheap apartments in Farmington have an average cost of $229 which is $2,166 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Farmington.
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