
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Schmidt Lake Neighborhood of Inver Grove Heights, MN from $700 (33 Rentals)
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Southview Greens

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Lake Cove Village

Salem Green

Somerset Green/Sandalwood Place

200 1st Ave S, Unit 2, Unit 2

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Waterford Green Apartments & Townhomes

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Westview Park Community

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Charlton Terrace

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Charlton Place

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Holiday Acres Apartments

Allen Avenue

1020 3rd St S, Unit 3

Rooftop 252

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The Drover

136 11th Ave N

136 11th Ave N

136 7th Ave S
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Schmidt Lake, Inver Grove Heights, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Schmidt Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schmidt Lake Studio Apartments | $1,373 | $1,005 | $4,119 |
| Schmidt Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $900 | $4,389 |
| Schmidt Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,993 | $1,175 | $5,891 |
| Schmidt Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $1,745 | $3,100 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Schmidt Lake Neighborhood of Inver Grove Heights, MN.
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Cheapest Available Schmidt Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Schmidt Lake area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Waterford Green Apartments & Townhomes priced from $1,025. Westview Park Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,040. Here are the most affordable Schmidt Lake apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterford Green Apartments & Townhomes | Edlyn | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Westview Park Community | Westview Gardens - 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| PEARLWOOD ESTATES | Open living space + spacious master & vaulted c... | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| Lake Cove Village | 5445-202 | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Clark Place Apartments & Townhomes | CPA - 2 Bedroom D | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Holiday Acres Apartments | One Bedroom 672 | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Charlton Terrace | Renovated 1 Bedroom 1 Bath (garden level) | 1BR,1BA | $1,183 |
| Charlton Place | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,203 |
| Bellows Court | Renovated 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,253 |
| The Drover | The Ascent | 1BR,1BA | $1,264 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Schmidt Lake, MN
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Schmidt Lake area is the $1.24 price per square foot Large 2BR/2BA Model at Southview Greens in the in the Cahill Corridor neighborhood starting from $1,485. The second greatest value Schmidt Lake apartment is the Rambler Model at Parkview Manor starting at $1,695 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Cahill Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Schmidt Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southview Greens | Large 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Parkview Manor | Rambler | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Charlton Park | Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Oakdale Apartments | The Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Westview Park Community | Westview Gardens - 2br | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Bellows Court | Renovated 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Charlton Place | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Clark Place Apartments & Townhomes | CPA - 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Charlton Terrace | Renovated 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| PEARLWOOD ESTATES | Open living space + spacious master & vaulted c... | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Schmidt Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Schmidt Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Schmidt Lake is Westview Park Community which is listed at $1,040, while the average apartment in Schmidt Lake costs $3,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Schmidt Lake?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 23 regular apartments in Schmidt Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Schmidt Lake?
Cheap apartments in Schmidt Lake have an average cost of $112 which is $2,988 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Schmidt Lake.
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