
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lakefield, MN from $595 (49 Rentals)
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512 Vernon Ave

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501 W 1st St S

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RC Square Apartments

15 N Lawler St, Unit 1

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Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

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Eytcheson Estates Welcome

Park View Apartments

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Sunshine Apartments
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Tallgrass Village

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1212 Heckman Ct

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114 W 14th St

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Suite Liv'n - Marshall

Windcrest Village I & II

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Downtown Estates

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Okabena Tower 62+

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Hartshorn Manor

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233 N 2nd Ave E

312 1st Ave SW

The Shores at Spirit Lake

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Nobles Square Apartments

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Ashley Estates

1801 19th St

401 N Elm St

Sunrise Manor

Lyon County Apartments
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Burt 18-(Countryside Properties)

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Dodecagon Plaza

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Tanglewood Estates

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Woodland Park - Ivanhoe

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Westmar Apartments

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Briarwood Estates

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219 6th St SW
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 | $815 | $730 | $1,050 |
| Lakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $973 | $595 | $1,595 |
| Lakefield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,232 | $625 | $1,545 |
| Lakefield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $1,150 | $1,850 |
| Lakefield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,175 | $1,100 | $1,725 |
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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 Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Sunshine Apartments | 1 Bedroom and 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Park View Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Tallgrass Village | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $730 |
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakefield, MN and Nearby
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakefield area is the $0.76 price per square foot 4bed/2bath Model at Windom Landing in the starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Lakefield apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at 219 6th St SW starting at $1,300 with a $1.06 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. |
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| Windom Landing | 4bed/2bath | 4BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| 219 6th St SW | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Trimont Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.83 |
| Nobles Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 512 Vernon Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 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 Tallgrass Village listed at $730.
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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