
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake City, MN from $600 (52 Rentals)
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Underwood Terrace

RIVERS EDGE RESIDENCES

Cottages of Ellsworth

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Essex Place

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The Gates of Rochester

Bella Grove

Park Place Apartments

River Glen

Park Place Plaza
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Avanti

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Olympik Village Apartments

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Winchester Apartments & Townhomes

Rochester Heights

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The Bank

Forte Living of Rochester: 55+ Community!

Boxrud Flats

Harvestview Place II

Northern Valley Apartments

Crown Apartments
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The Downtown Plaza

Vue North Apartments

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Songhill41- Rent Specials

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Dakota Townhomes

Town Center Apartments

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Georgetowne Homes

Ridgeway Estates Townhomes

301 Main Street South

Trailside Acres 1

Dunn County
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City Centre Apartments

Malmquist Estates

Crossing Meadows

559-599 N Maple St

Great River Apartments

Colonial Apartments

Pleasant Ridge Apartments

Eagle Ridge Apartments

Green Arbor Commons

28 6th Ave SE
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Nue 52

3607 10th Ln NW

2120 Valleyhigh Dr NW

366 Elton Hills Dr NW

Pheasant Run Townhomes

Carty Family Apartments

4718 13th Ave NW

Oakwood Meadows

2959 Monroe Dr NW

710 W 4th St
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Lake City, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake City Studio Apartments | $1,412 | $1,030 | $1,629 |
| Lake City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,544 | $775 | $2,070 |
| Lake City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,899 | $825 | $3,399 |
| Lake City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,839 | $1,195 | $3,699 |
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Cheapest Available Lake City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake City, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at RIVERS EDGE RESIDENCES priced from $775. Dunn County has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $836. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIVERS EDGE RESIDENCES | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Dunn County | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $836 |
| Essex Place | One Bedroom - Finch | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Park Place Plaza | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,055 |
| Avanti | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,085 |
| Rochester Heights | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Olympik Village Apartments | Ares | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| The Bank | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Forte Living of Rochester: 55+ Community! | Forte II- Blue Jay | Studio,1BA | $1,221 |
| Boxrud Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake City, MN and Nearby
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake City area is the $1.19 price per square foot 3 x 2 Model at River Glen in the in the North Rochester neighborhood starting from $1,665. The second greatest value Lake City apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Georgetowne Homes starting at $1,420 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Northwest Rochester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Glen | 3 x 2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Georgetowne Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Park Place Apartments | B - View | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 301 Main Street South | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| The Gates of Rochester | Fitzgerald | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Dakota Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Olympik Village Apartments | Ares | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Essex Place | One Bedroom - Canary | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| RIVERS EDGE RESIDENCES | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Dunn County | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake City is at Park Place Plaza listed at $1,055.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake City Apartment is $775 at RIVERS EDGE RESIDENCES.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake City is starting from $825 at RIVERS EDGE RESIDENCES.
What is the most affordable Lake City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Essex Place and starts from $1,270.
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