
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake Elmo, MN from $800 (40 Rentals)
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119 Cimarron

121 Cimarron

16 Cimarron

691 Cimarron

154 Cimarron

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Minnehaha Manor

Eastgate Apartments
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Griffin Court Apartments

Cottages of Aspen

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Beyond Woodbury

Curve Crest Villas

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Cedric's Landing

Reserve At Settlers Ridge

Oakdale Commons - 55+

Crown Villa Apartments
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BRIARCLIFF APARTMENTS

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Springs at Willowbrooke

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The Espen Residences

4806 Helmo Ave N

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4806 Helmo Ave N, Unit Large Lower Level Apartment

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The Oakmark

The Harlan

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The Bosk Apartment Homes
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Cottages of Stillwater

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Aspire at CityPlace

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The Legends of Woodbury 55+ Apartments

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The Edison at Woodbury

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Woodbury Park at City Centre

Piccadilly Square 62+ Senior Living

Ridgecrest Apartments

Waterford Townhomes
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Cypress Senior Living Apartments

Orleans Homes in Stillwater

Green Twig Villas - A 55 Plus Community

Regency Hill Apartments

542 Hazel St N

Sandhill Shores

161 1st Ave N

1607 Arlington Ave E
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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 | $1,523 | $1,154 | $2,099 |
| Cheap Lake Elmo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,771 | $1,224 | $2,397 |
| Cheap Lake Elmo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,208 | $1,295 | $4,025 |
| Cheap Lake Elmo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,953 | $1,795 | $5,745 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Elmo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Elmo, MN is a Studio unit found at Minnehaha Manor in the Midvale neighborhood priced from $1,154. Cedric's Landing in the Ledgestone neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,404. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Elmo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnehaha Manor | Aspen | Studio,1BA | $1,154 |
| Cedric's Landing | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,404 |
| Reserve At Settlers Ridge | Spruce - 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,408 |
| Oakdale Commons - 55+ | Willow Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| Crown Villa Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,429 |
| BRIARCLIFF APARTMENTS | Walnut | 2BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| The Espen Residences | Cypress | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| The Oakmark | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
| The Harlan | Sapphire | 1BR,1BA | $1,515 |
| Eastgate Apartments | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Elmo, MN
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Elmo area is the $1.82 price per square foot Grove-A Model at Woodhelm Townhomes in the in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood starting from $3,325. The second greatest value Lake Elmo apartment is the St. Clair Model at Bentley Village starting at $3,145 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Turnberry Heritage Townhomes 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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| Woodhelm Townhomes | Grove-A | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.82 |
| Bentley Village | St. Clair | 3BR,3BA | $1.77 |
| The Harlan | Royal | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| The Bosk Apartment Homes | B1R (Stainless Steel Appliances, In-Unit Laundry) | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Eastgate Apartments | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| City Walk at Woodbury | Ashford | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| The Legends of Woodbury 55+ Apartments | Two Bedroom - D | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| BRIARCLIFF APARTMENTS | Walnut | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Crown Villa Apartments | 1 Bed/1Bath- ADA unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Oakdale Commons - 55+ | Willow Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
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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 Minnehaha Manor listed at $1,154.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Elmo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Elmo Apartment is $1,205 at Oakdale Commons - 55+.
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 $1,404 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 The Harlan and starts from $2,425.
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