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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Crystal Studio Apartments | $1,041 | $750 | $1,315 |
| Lake Crystal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,239 | $840 | $1,850 |
| Lake Crystal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $985 | $2,150 |
| Lake Crystal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,596 | $1,299 | $2,415 |
| Lake Crystal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,880 | $1,780 | $1,980 |
The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Crystal, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at 442 Belgrade Ave in the City Center Mankato neighborhood priced from $835. Hartshorn Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $840. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Crystal apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 442 Belgrade Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Hartshorn Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Lewis Lofts | 1a1t | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Le Sueur Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Tiller+Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Village Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (original) | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Village Place Apartments of Mankato | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Valley View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Commerce Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Crystal area is the $1.13 price per square foot Fox Run Townhomes Model at Fox Run Townhomes in the in the City Center Mankato neighborhood starting from $1,995. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Run Townhomes | Fox Run Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
| Tartan Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Pfau Reed Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Sleepy Eye Apartments Homes | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| The Edge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Village Court Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath (renovated) | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 442 Belgrade Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Bunting Lane Apartments | Individual Roommates Included! | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Hartshorn Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Crystal is at Tiller+Main listed at $900.
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Crystal Apartment is $835 at 442 Belgrade Ave.
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Crystal is starting from $995 at Cherry Ridge Apartments.
The best deal on a cheap Lake Crystal Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Meadow Apartments and starts from $1,299.
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