
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake City, MN from $775 (52 Rentals)
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Underwood Terrace

RIVERS EDGE RESIDENCES

1816 34th St NW

Cottages of Ellsworth

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Essex Place

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The Gates of Rochester

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Olympik Village Apartments

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Winchester Apartments & Townhomes

Park Place Apartments
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Forte Living of Rochester: 55+ Community!

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River Glen

Pleasant Ridge Apartments

Bella Grove

Town Center Apartments

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Dakota Townhomes

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The Downtown Plaza

Vue North Apartments

Harvestview Place II
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Avanti

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Georgetowne Homes

Crown Apartments

Ridgeway Estates Townhomes

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The Lodge at Overland

Kascade Place Apartments

Overland Reserve

301 Main Street South

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Sunset Trail Apartment Homes

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Songhill41- Rent Specials
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The Bank - Red Wing

French Creek Townhomes

Trailside Acres 1

City Centre Apartments

Malmquist Estates

Crossing Meadows

Dunn County

Great River Apartments

Colonial Apartments

Eagle Ridge Apartments
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Green Arbor Commons

Nue 52

1872 Deerhaven Ln NE

2312 Valleyhigh Dr NW

3613 10th Ln NW

Pheasant Run Townhomes

Carty Family Apartments

Northern Valley Apartments

Boxrud Flats

Oakwood Meadows
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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 | $1,470 | $1,055 | $1,629 |
| Lake City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $775 | $2,199 |
| Lake City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $825 | $3,399 |
| Lake City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,744 | $1,070 | $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 | $945 |
| Olympik Village Apartments | Zeus | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| Winchester Apartments & Townhomes | OHara | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Gates of Rochester | Dartmouth | 2BR,1BA | $1,072 |
| Forte Living of Rochester: 55+ Community! | Forte II- Blue Jay | Studio,1BA | $1,089 |
| Rochester Heights | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Dakota Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Boxrud Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake City, MN and Nearby
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake City area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Income Restricted Model at Georgetowne Homes in the in the Northwest Rochester neighborhood starting from $1,370. The second greatest value Lake City apartment is the Three Bedroom - Loon Model at Essex Place starting at $1,570 with a $1.37 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. |
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| Georgetowne Homes | 2 Bedroom Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Essex Place | Three Bedroom - Loon | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Haven Apartments | 2 X 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 301 Main Street South | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Harvestview Place II | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Dakota Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Gates of Rochester | Dartmouth | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Winchester Apartments & Townhomes | OHara | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Olympik Village Apartments | Zeus | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| RIVERS EDGE RESIDENCES | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake City Apartments
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 $1,070.
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