
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lakefield, MN from $300 (57 Rentals)
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512 Vernon Ave

501 W 1st St S

RC Square Apartments

Eytcheson Estates Welcome

Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

Park View Apartments

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Sunshine Apartments

Tallgrass Village

1212 Heckman Ct
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Suite Liv'n - Marshall

Nobles Square Apartments

Windcrest Village I & II

Downtown Estates

Okabena Tower 62+

Hartshorn Manor

404 W 1st St

Deer Creek Apartments

The Shores

Ashley Estates
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Nexus Apartments

Cypress Pointe Apartments

Cypress Pointe Emmetsburg

Circle Pines Apartments

Trimont Square Apartments

1011 Pleasant St

Highland Apartments

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South Shore Apartments

Stone Meadow Apartments

Sleepy Eye Apartments Homes
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Sunrise Manor

Lyon County Apartments

Burt 18-(Countryside Properties)

Stately Manor Apartments

Dodecagon Plaza

Westside Apartments

Morning Sun Apartments

Damax Apartments

Rosewood Heights Apartments

Tanglewood Estates
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Meadow Bloom Apartments

Woodland Park - Ivanhoe

Buffalo Ridge Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments

City Centre Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

Westmar Apartments

Parkview Apartments

Briarwood Estates

Blue Ridge Apartments & Townhomes
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Lakefield, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakefield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakefield Studio Apartments | $852 | $750 | $1,050 |
| Lakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $954 | $595 | $1,595 |
| Lakefield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,220 | $625 | $1,545 |
| Lakefield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $1,150 | $1,850 |
| Lakefield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $1,350 | $1,740 |
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Cheapest Available Lakefield Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakefield, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) priced from $425. 512 Vernon Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lakefield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $425 |
| 512 Vernon Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| 501 W 1st St S | 2 BED/1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Sunshine Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Suite Liv'n - Marshall | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Okabena Tower 62+ | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $827 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakefield, MN and Nearby
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakefield area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - Lower Level ADA Model at Windom Landing in the starting from $975. The second greatest value Lakefield apartment is the Studio Model at 1212 Heckman Ct starting at $750 with a $0.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakefield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windom Landing | 2 Bedroom - Lower Level ADA | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.83 |
| Trimont Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Nobles Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 512 Vernon Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Hartshorn Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 501 W 1st St S | 1 BED/1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakefield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lakefield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lakefield is at 1212 Heckman Ct listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakefield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakefield Apartment is $425 at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakefield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakefield is starting from $600 at 501 W 1st St S.
What is the most affordable Lakefield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lakefield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Suite Liv'n - Marshall and starts from $1,150.
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