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528 N Grant St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

528 N Grant St

528 N Grant StBlue Earth, MN 56013
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219 6th St SW
1 Bedroom Apartments

219 6th St SW

219 6th St SWMadelia, MN 56062
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501 4th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

501 4th St

501 4th StCourtland, MN 56021
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107 S 5th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

107 S 5th St

107 S 5th StMankato, MN 56001
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Lake Crystal, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lake Crystal Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Crystal, MN is a Studio unit found at Highland Hills Apartments in the University neighborhood priced from $720. Commerce Apartments in the City Center Mankato neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Crystal apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Hills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$720
Commerce ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
219 6th St SWOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Tiller+MainStudioStudio,1BA$900
Valley View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Glenwood Terrace2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$950
442 Belgrade AveTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$995
Le Sueur Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,000
Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes1BR Apartment1BR,1BA$1,000
Greenfield Estates I & IIOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Crystal, MN and Nearby

As of July 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Crystal area is the $1.19 price per square foot 3 bed 2.5 bath (Exterior) Model at Fox Run Townhomes in the in the City Center Mankato neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Lake Crystal apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Tartan Glen starting at $1,550 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Crystal apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fox Run Townhomes3 bed 2.5 bath (Exterior)3BR,2.5BA$1.19
Tartan Glen2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.22
Sleepy Eye Apartments Homes2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.26
Southwood Flats2 Bed, 1 Bath (remodeled)2BR,1BA$1.26
442 Belgrade AveTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Gray Hawk ApartmentsLarge Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.21
Glenwood Terrace2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.14
Bunting Lane ApartmentsThree Bed3BR,1.5BA$0.63
Le Sueur Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.25
219 6th St SWOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20

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Getting Around Lake Crystal, MN

Walk Score®

23 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

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32 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Crystal Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Crystal?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Crystal is at Highland Hills Apartments listed at $720.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Crystal Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Crystal Apartment is $835 at 442 Belgrade Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Crystal Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Crystal is starting from $950 at Glenwood Terrace.

What is the most affordable Lake Crystal Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lake Crystal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Meadow Apartments and starts from $1,249.

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