Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gem Lake, MN from $700 (10 Rentals)

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White Bear Manor Apartments
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$1,049 - $1,319
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

White Bear Manor Apartments

1820 Birch StWhite Bear Lake, MN 55110
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Manitou Ridge Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Manitou Ridge Apartments

3149 McKnight Rd NWhite Bear Lake, MN 55110
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Shadowlawn Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Shadowlawn Estates

1175 County Road D EVadnais Heights, MN 55109
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property at 959 Earl St

959 Earl St

St. PaulMN55106
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754 Payne Ave

St. PaulMN55164
property at 1164 7th St E

1164 7th St E

St. PaulMN55106

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Gem Lake, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gem Lake Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gem Lake, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Gervais Lakes Apartments - Convenient Living in the Maplewood Oakdale neighborhood priced from $999. Westwood Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,020. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gem Lake apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gervais Lakes Apartments - Convenient Living1 bd/1ba1BR,1BA$999
Westwood Park1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,020
Boulders Senior Living Apartments1BR B1BR,1BA$1,175

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

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gem Lake area is the $1.54 price per square foot 3 Bedroom + Attached Garage Model at Cottages of Vadnais Heights in the in the White Bear Parkway neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Gem Lake apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Hoffman Place starting at $1,610 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Ledgestone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gem Lake apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cottages of Vadnais Heights3 Bedroom + Attached Garage3BR,1BA$1.54
Hoffman PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.52
581 Belland Ave, Unit 1581 Belland Ave3BR,1BA$1.60
White Bear TerraceTwo Bedroom 21A2BR,1BA$1.24
White Bear Manor Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.45
Aster Meadow1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.58
Birch ParkTwo Bedroom/One Bath Corner2BR,1BA$1.62
Pineview Apartments2x1 8002BR,1BA$1.56
White Bear Royal1x1 7601BR,1BA$1.64
Westwood Park1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.40

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Getting Around Gem Lake, MN

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36 / 100

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39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gem Lake Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gem Lake?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gem Lake is at The Barnum listed at $1,225.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gem Lake Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gem Lake Apartment is $999 at Gervais Lakes Apartments - Convenient Living.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gem Lake is starting from $1,195 at White Bear Terrace.

What is the most affordable Gem Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Gem Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cottages of Vadnais Heights and starts from $1,695.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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