
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gem Lake, MN from $700 (33 Rentals)
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White Bear Manor Apartments

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Pinehurst Apartments

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Cherry Court Apartments

White Bear Terrace

Pineview Apartments

Birch Park

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Maple Ridge Apartment Homes
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The Grove of White Bear Lake

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Lochner Apartments

Trails Edge of Maplewood

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Lakewood Hills Apartments

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Conifer Ridge Apartments

White Bear Royal

Boulders Senior Living Apartments

White Bear Woods
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Northwood Villa

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The Markham

Birch Glen Apartments

Cottages of White Bear Lake Township

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Cottages of Vadnais Heights

Manitou Ridge Apartments

1871 7th St E

Gervais Lake Apartments
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969 Lawson Ave E

1133 Beech St

Willow Ridge Apartments

Arbors of White Bear Lake

936 Westminster St

1051 Arkwright St N

Park Avenue Townhomes
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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 |
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| Gem Lake Studio Apartments | $1,407 | $1,254 | $1,675 |
| Gem Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $1,051 | $2,685 |
| Gem Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,847 | $1,194 | $2,618 |
| Gem Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,190 | $1,595 | $2,695 |
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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 Westwood Park in the White Bear Lake neighborhood priced from $1,020. Cherry Court Apartments in the White Bear Lake neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,203. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gem Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Westwood Park | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Cherry Court Apartments | The Apple | 1BR,1BA | $1,203 |
| White Bear Terrace | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| White Bear Manor Apartments | 1BR/1BA w/Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,251 |
| Birch Park | Two Bedroom/One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,260 |
| Lochner Apartments | Aberdeen | Studio,1BA | $1,358 |
| Pineview Apartments | 2x1 800 | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Boulders Senior Living Apartments | 1BR B | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Northwood Villa | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| White Bear Woods | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,461 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gem Lake, MN and Nearby
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gem Lake area is the $1.62 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - 2B Model at Maple Ridge Apartment Homes in the in the White Bear Lake neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Gem Lake apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Hoffman Place starting at $1,717 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the White Bear Lake 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. |
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| Maple Ridge Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom - 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Hoffman Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Park Avenue Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Cottages of White Bear Lake Township | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| White Bear Terrace | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Northwood Villa | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| White Bear Royal | 2X1 940 | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| White Bear Manor Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Birch Park | Two Bedroom/One Bath Corner | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 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 Lochner Apartments listed at $1,358.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gem Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gem Lake Apartment is $1,020 at Westwood Park.
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 $1,230 at White Bear Terrace.
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