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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Lake?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Forest Lake Studio Apartments | $1,136 | $995 | $1,438 |
Forest Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,282 | $995 | $1,645 |
Forest Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $1,110 | $3,040 |
Forest Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $1,230 | $2,950 |
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Cheapest Available Forest Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest Lake, MN is a Studio unit found at Arbor View Apartments in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood priced from $1,040. Westview Apartments in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest Lake apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Arbor View Apartments | Studio 6-01 | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
Westview Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Autumn Hills Apartments | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1,110 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Lake, MN
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Lake area is the $1.79 price per square foot 3 Bedroom/2 Bath B Model at Forest Creek in the in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Forest Lake apartment is the Laguna Model at Mill Pond Apartments starting at $1,788 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Forest Creek | 3 Bedroom/2 Bath B | 3BR,2BA | $1.79 |
Mill Pond Apartments | Laguna | 3BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Legacy Pointe Apartments | Laguna | 3BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Birchview Apartments | Geneva | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Springwood Apartments | Geneva | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Greystone Apartments | Tahoe | 3BR,1BA | $1.63 |
North Shore Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Autumn Hills Apartments | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Northbrook Apartments | Tahoe | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Westview Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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Getting Around Forest Lake, MN
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Lake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Lake is at Arbor View Apartments listed at $1,040.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Lake Apartment is $1,099 at Westview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Lake is starting from $1,110 at Autumn Hills Apartments.
What is the most affordable Forest Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Forest Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Park II Apartments and starts from $1,395.
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