Cheap Homes for Rent near Forest Lake, MN from $1,400 (9 Rentals)

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property at 3344 Berwood Ct W

$1,495

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Oct 8

3344 Berwood Ct W

Vadnais HeightsMN55127
property at 169 Skyline Dr

$1,904

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$1,904

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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169 Skyline Dr

St. PaulMN55127

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property at 1875 Bluestem Ln

$1,995

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$1,995

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Oct 1

1875 Bluestem Ln

ShoreviewMN55126
property at 137 Skyline Dr

$2,009

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$2,009

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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137 Skyline Dr

St. PaulMN55127
property at 345 Bankers Dr

$2,010

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$2,010

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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345 Bankers Dr

St. PaulMN55127
property at 11163 4th St NE

$2,100

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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11163 4th St NE

BlaineMN55434

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Forest Lake, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Forest Lake Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest Lake, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Arbor View Apartments in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood priced from $1,099. 956 Place Apartments in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,129. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest Lake apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arbor View ApartmentsOne Bedroom 3-011BR,1BA$1,099
956 Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,129
Forest Parks II Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Lake, MN and Nearby

As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Lake area is the $1.59 price per square foot Laguna Model at Legacy Pointe Apartments in the in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood starting from $1,806. The second greatest value Forest Lake apartment is the Bellevue Model at Springwood Apartments starting at $1,560 with a $1.47 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Legacy Pointe ApartmentsLaguna3BR,1BA$1.59
Springwood ApartmentsBellevue3BR,1BA$1.47
Mill Pond ApartmentsNapa3BR,1BA$1.68
Heritage Heights ApartmentsGeneva3BR,1BA$1.45
Gateway Green ApartmentsEaston2BR,2BA$1.77
Greystone ApartmentsTahoe3BR,1BA$1.40
Fitzgerald FlatsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.48
Westview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom + Den2BR,1BA$1.56
Alpine Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.69
956 Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.61

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Lake

What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Lake?

There are currently 43 Apartments for Rent in Forest Lake, MN with pricing that ranges from $981 to $3,285. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Lake ranging from $1,495 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest Lake?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest Lake ranges from $1,495 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,988.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.