
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gem Lake, MN from $700 (51 Rentals)
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Pineview Apartments

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White Bear Manor Apartments

4445 Lincoln Ave

Northwood Villa

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Cherry Court Apartments

Birch Park

White Bear Terrace

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The Barnum

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Pinehurst Apartments
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Boulders Senior Living Apartments

White Bear Royal

Maple Ridge Apartment Homes

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The Grove of White Bear Lake

Aster Meadow

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Lochner Apartments

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Conifer Ridge Apartments

Trails Edge of Maplewood

Lakewood Hills Apartments

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The Markham
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White Bear Woods

Birch Glen Apartments

Cottages of White Bear Lake Township

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Cottages of Vadnais Heights

Park Avenue Apartments

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581 Belland Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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3319 Berwood Ct W, Unit 3321, Unit 3321

Birch Lake Townhomes

3985 Parkridge Dr

2955 Arcade St
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Manitou Ridge Apartments

1871 7th St E

Gervais Lake Apartments

Shadowlawn Estates

Willow Ridge Apartments

Arbors of White Bear Lake

936 Westminster St

1051 Arkwright St N

Park Avenue Townhomes

Arcade Estates West
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Hoffman Place

2193 1st St

74 Jessamine Ave W

932 York Ave

950 Arkwright St N

1326 Clarence St

1709 Elm St

623 Maryland Ave E

137 Skyline Dr

571 County Rd B E
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Gem Lake, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gem Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gem Lake Studio Apartments | $1,406 | $1,254 | $1,675 |
| Gem Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,520 | $1,020 | $2,300 |
| Gem Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,821 | $1,250 | $2,618 |
| Gem Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $1,395 | $2,908 |
| Gem Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,997 | $2,997 | $2,997 |
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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 1871 7th St E in the Lake Shore Park neighborhood priced from $995. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1871 7th St E | 1871 1-Bedroom Rent Portfolio Wide | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Westwood Park | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Northwood Villa | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Cherry Court Apartments | The Apple | 1BR,1BA | $1,204 |
| Pineview Apartments | 2x1 800 | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Birch Park | Two Bedroom/One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,260 |
| White Bear Terrace | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| White Bear Manor Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,291 |
| Boulders Senior Living Apartments | 1BR B | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| White Bear Royal | 1x1 760 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gem Lake, MN and Nearby
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gem Lake area is the $1.38 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Hoffman Place in the in the Hoffmans Corner neighborhood starting from $1,717. The second greatest value Gem Lake apartment is the 2 Bedroom - 2D Model at Maple Ridge Apartment Homes starting at $1,590 with a $1.53 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoffman Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Maple Ridge Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom - 2D | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Park Avenue Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Cottages of White Bear Lake Township | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| The Grove of White Bear Lake | Cedar Mini Remodel 2nd Floor Scenic View | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| White Bear Terrace | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| White Bear Manor Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Pineview Apartments | 2x1 800 | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Northwood Villa | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Westwood Park | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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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 Cherry Court Apartments listed at $1,304.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gem Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gem Lake Apartment is $995 at 1871 7th St E.
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 $1,250 at Pineview Apartments.
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