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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
Tiller+MainStudioStudio,1BA$900
Valley View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Glenwood Terrace2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$950

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

As of July 31, 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
Cherry Ridge ApartmentsTax Credit2BR,1BA$1.27
Bunting Lane ApartmentsThree Bed3BR,1.5BA$0.63
Le Sueur Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Crystal

What type of rentals are currently available in Lake Crystal?

There are currently 71 Apartments for Rent in Lake Crystal, MN with pricing that ranges from $720 to $2,125. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake Crystal ranging from $895 to $2,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lake Crystal?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lake Crystal ranges from $895 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,684.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lake Crystal?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lake Crystal range from $1,249 to $2,095, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,294 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,735 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

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