
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Lancaster, MN from $470 (34 Rentals)
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Parkwood Senior Living 55+

Dakota at 55th

White House and Blair House

Parkwood Apartments

Valley Park Apartments

Oakwood Homes

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River Falls Estates
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Green Acres

Block V

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University Flats Apartments

First Street Estates

Wellington Townhomes

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Tamarack Place

The Gallery Apartments
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Wheatland Estates

Franklin on 4th

Southwood Park Townhomes

Eleven01 Apartments

Northern Point Apartments

Pioneer Court A Ltd Ptshp

Columbia Park Apartments

Columbia Square South *RENOVATED APARTMENTS!*
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Country Acres Apartment

715 N 40th St

Heritage Terrace Townhomes

323 Seward Ave

Heritage Highland II Townhomes

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Heritage Highlands

Warehouse & Freighthouse Apartments
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SummerField Thief River Falls Townhomes

Northwood Park Townhomes
Lancaster, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lancaster?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Studio Apartments | $776 | $600 | $1,250 |
| Lancaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,148 | $695 | $2,176 |
| Lancaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,383 | $646 | $2,572 |
| Lancaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $740 | $3,149 |
| Lancaster 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $470 | $3,621 |
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Cheapest Available Lancaster Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lancaster, MN is a 4 Beds unit found at The Boden priced from $470. Parkwood Senior Living 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lancaster apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Boden | Unit D | 4BR,2BA | $470 |
| Parkwood Senior Living 55+ | EFF/1B SM | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| White House and Blair House | Blair House Single Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Oakwood Homes | 1B Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $773 |
| Green Acres | Layout E | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
| Block V | STUDIO/1BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| University Flats Apartments | 1B/1B/HIF 80% | 1BR,1BA | $867 |
| Tamarack Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $980 |
| Southwood Park Townhomes | Sherwood 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lancaster, MN and Nearby
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lancaster area is the $1.07 price per square foot CP5 - 3 Bed/2 Bath | 1,594 SF Model at Campus Place Apartments in the starting from $1,709. The second greatest value Lancaster apartment is the Southwood 3 bedroom Model at Southwood Park Townhomes starting at $1,179 with a $0.88 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lancaster apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Place Apartments | CP5 - 3 Bed/2 Bath | 1,594 SF | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Southwood Park Townhomes | Southwood 3 bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Northern Heights Apartments | 3 Bed/2 Bath | 1,334 SF | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| West River Falls | 110-103 | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Green Acres | Layout G | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| Tamarack Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Oakwood Homes | 1B Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| University Flats Apartments | 1B/1B/HIF 80% | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| White House and Blair House | Blair House Single Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lancaster Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lancaster?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lancaster is at Parkwood Senior Living 55+ listed at $600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lancaster Apartment is $690 at White House and Blair House.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lancaster Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lancaster is starting from $695 at Parkwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lancaster Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tamarack Place and starts from $1,113.
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