
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake Crystal, MN from $400 (47 Rentals)
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321 W Bert St, Unit 1

119 Glenview Ave

Village Place Apartments of Mankato

Key City Group, LLC (BT)

Hartshorn Manor

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Highland Hills Apartments

Glenwood Terrace

Le Sueur Apartments
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Valley View Apartments

219 6th St SW

Cherry Ridge Apartments

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Village Court Apartments

312 1st Ave SW

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The Grove at Mankato

Sleepy Eye Apartments Homes

Wolverine Meadows

212 Alta Dr
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Commerce Apartments

Southwood Flats

Gray Hawk Apartments

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Hoover Estates

Cherry Square

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The Edge Apartments

520 6th St

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River Bluff Apartments

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Augusta Park Estates
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Pfau Reed Apartments

Riverfront Court

Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes

Village Place Flats

Skyway Properties LLC

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The Alma

Traverse Green

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STP Group, LLC (ROK)

Tiller+Main
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Lewis Lofts

Blue Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

Knollcrest

501 4th St

561 S Elk St

107 S 5th St

Rita Road

103 Main St E

325.5 McKinley Ave
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815 N 4th St

606 S Main St
Lake Crystal, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Crystal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Crystal Studio Apartments | $1,196 | $1,120 | $1,315 |
| Lake Crystal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,253 | $695 | $2,155 |
| Lake Crystal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $925 | $2,150 |
| Lake Crystal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,557 | $1,249 | $2,095 |
| Lake Crystal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,880 | $1,780 | $1,980 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Crystal Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Crystal, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Village Place Apartments of Mankato in the University neighborhood priced from $695. Key City Group, LLC (BT) in the North Mankato neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $835. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Crystal apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Place Apartments of Mankato | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Key City Group, LLC (BT) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Hartshorn Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Glenwood Terrace | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Le Sueur Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Commerce Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Highland Hills Apartments | Evergreen Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Valley View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Southwood Flats | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,004 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Crystal, MN and Nearby
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Crystal area is the $1.26 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Tartan Glen in the in the University neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Lake Crystal apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Market Model at Dublin Road Townhomes starting at $1,525 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the City Center Mankato neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Crystal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Tartan Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Dublin Road Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Market | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Greenfield Estates I & II | Three Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Pfau Reed Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 219 6th St SW | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Key City Group, LLC (BT) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Bunting Lane Apartments | Individual Roommates Included! | 2BR,2BA | $0.66 |
| Hartshorn Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Village Place Apartments of Mankato | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Crystal Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Crystal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Crystal Apartment is $695 at Village Place Apartments of Mankato.
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 $985 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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