
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake Elmo, MN from $800 (29 Rentals)
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Briar Pond Apartments

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Minnehaha Manor

Furnished Studio-Minneapolis - Woodbury

Oakdale Commons - 55+

Griffin Court Apartments

Cottages of Aspen
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Beyond Woodbury

Eastgate Apartments

Reserve At Settlers Ridge

Curve Crest Villas

Crown Villa Apartments

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The Espen Residences

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Norhart Oakdale
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The Bosk Apartment Homes

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Springs at Willowbrooke

The Harlan

Briarcliff Apartments, a 55+ Community

6803 8th St N

Piccadilly Square 62+ Senior Living

Ridgecrest Apartments
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Orleans Homes in Stillwater

Green Twig Villas - A 55 Plus Community

329 Geneva Ave N

542 Hazel St N

6248-6250 45th St N
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161 1st Ave N
Lake Elmo, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Elmo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Lake Elmo Studio Apartments | $1,476 | $1,124 | $1,729 |
| Cheap Lake Elmo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $1,118 | $2,449 |
| Cheap Lake Elmo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,180 | $1,295 | $4,280 |
| Cheap Lake Elmo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,647 | $1,531 | $6,528 |
| Cheap Lake Elmo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,072 | $2,072 | $2,072 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Elmo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Elmo, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Briar Pond Apartments in the Midvale neighborhood priced from $1,118. Minnehaha Manor in the Midvale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,214. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Elmo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Briar Pond Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan G | 1BR,1BA | $1,118 |
| Minnehaha Manor | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,214 |
| Beyond Woodbury | Wonder | Studio,1BA | $1,356 |
| Curve Crest Villas | 1 Bedroom TXC | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Crown Villa Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,379 |
| Norhart Oakdale | Zen | Studio,1BA | $1,421 |
| The Bosk Apartment Homes | A2R (Stainless Steel Appliances, In-Unit Laundry) | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Springs at Willowbrooke | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,476 |
| Briarcliff Apartments, a 55+ Community | Walnut (2G) | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| City Walk at Woodbury | Plaza | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Elmo, MN
As of February 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Elmo area is the $1.41 price per square foot The Luxe Model at Meridian at CityPlace in the in the Turnberry Heritage Townhomes neighborhood starting from $3,785. The second greatest value Lake Elmo apartment is the Grove-B Model at Woodhelm Townhomes starting at $3,325 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Elmo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Meridian at CityPlace | The Luxe | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.41 |
| Woodhelm Townhomes | Grove-B | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.82 |
| Bentley Village | Raleigh | 3BR,3BA | $1.68 |
| The Harlan | Robin's Egg | 3BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Sundance Woodbury | Ridge | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| The Legends of Woodbury 55+ Apartments | Two Bedroom - B | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Crown Villa Apartments | 1+den | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Bosk Apartment Homes | A2R (Stainless Steel Appliances, In-Unit Laundry) | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Briarcliff Apartments, a 55+ Community | Walnut (2G) | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Briar Pond Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan G | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Elmo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Elmo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Elmo is at Beyond Woodbury listed at $1,356.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Elmo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Elmo Apartment is $1,118 at Briar Pond Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Elmo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Elmo is starting from $1,399 at Minnehaha Manor.
What is the most affordable Lake Elmo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Elmo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Briarcliff Apartments, a 55+ Community and starts from $1,695.
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.