
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Karlstad, MN from $400 (47 Rentals)
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Dakota at 55th

White House and Blair House

Southern Manor Apartments

Prairie Rose

Wheatland Estates

Valley Park Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

3504 11th Ave N, Unit 12
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Green Acres

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River Falls Estates

The Gallery Apartments

First Street Estates

Wellington Townhomes

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Tamarack Place

Franklin on 4th

Southwood Park Townhomes
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Eleven01 Apartments

411 River St NE, Unit 14

The Beacon CLO

Northern Point Apartments

Sonoma Apartments, LLC

West River Falls

Boulder Apartments, LLC

Minnesota Heights Apartments

McEnroe Place Apartments
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Campus Place Apartments

1703 S 35th St

105 Arnold Ave N

Pioneer Court A Ltd Ptshp

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Country Acres Apartment

715 N 40th St

Heritage Terrace Townhomes

323 Seward Ave
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Heritage Highland II Townhomes

Emerald Square**FULLY RENOVATED APARTMENTS!**

Heritage Highlands

Warehouse & Freighthouse Apartments

623 1/2 5th Ave S

Northwood Park Townhomes

Country View

122 Vance Ave N

403 Park Ave NW
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Westside Apartments

104 Lake Shore Dr NE
Karlstad, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Karlstad?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karlstad Studio Apartments | $1,104 | $900 | $1,427 |
| Karlstad 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,171 | $695 | $2,121 |
| Karlstad 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,386 | $646 | $2,398 |
| Karlstad 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $899 | $2,982 |
| Karlstad 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,917 | $470 | $3,710 |
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Cheapest Available Karlstad Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Karlstad, MN is a 4 Beds unit found at The Boden priced from $470. White House and Blair House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $690. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Karlstad apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boden | Unit D | 4BR,2BA | $470 |
| White House and Blair House | Blair House Single Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| Dakota at 55th | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $740 |
| Oakwood Homes | 1B Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $773 |
| Prairie Rose | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $823 |
| Block V | STUDIO/1BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Tamarack Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $980 |
| Wheatland Estates | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| Southwood Park Townhomes | Sherwood 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Eleven01 Apartments | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,086 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Karlstad, MN and Nearby
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Karlstad area is the $0.88 price per square foot Southwood 3 bedroom Model at Southwood Park Townhomes in the starting from $1,179. The second greatest value Karlstad apartment is the 3 Bed/2 Bath | 1,334 SF Model at Northern Heights Apartments starting at $1,670 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Downtown Grand Forks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Karlstad apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwood Park Townhomes | Southwood 3 bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Northern Heights Apartments | 3 Bed/2 Bath | 1,334 SF | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Campus Place Apartments | CP3 - 3 Bed/2 Bath | 1,240 SF | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Dakota at 55th | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.66 |
| West River Falls | 110-103 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Tamarack Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Wheatland Estates | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Prairie Rose | Three Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Oakwood Homes | 1B Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| White House and Blair House | Blair House Single Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Karlstad Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Karlstad Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Karlstad Apartment is $690 at White House and Blair House.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Karlstad Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Karlstad is starting from $823 at Prairie Rose.
What is the most affordable Karlstad Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Karlstad Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dakota at 55th and starts from $740.
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