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Makinen, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Makinen Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Makinen, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Meadowview Apartments priced from $700. Mountain Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $701. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Makinen apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meadowview Apartments1 Bdr-Market Rate1BR,1BA$700
Mountain Manor Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$701
Alice Nettell Towers1 BedroomStudio,$741
5739 Marble Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$760
Meadowbrook Apartments1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Makinen, MN and Nearby

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Makinen area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2 Bed Model at Tropicana Apartments in the in the East End neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Makinen apartment is the Park Point Model at Summit Ridge Luxury Apartments starting at $706 with a $0.64 price per square foot in the Duluth Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Makinen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tropicana Apartments2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.23
Summit Ridge Luxury ApartmentsPark Point3BR,2BA$0.64
Village at Matterhorn2 Bedroom Income Restricted2BR,1BA$1.06
The Virginian ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.10
Alice Nettell Towers1 BedroomStudio ,$0.99
Meadowbrook Apartments1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.14
5739 Marble Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.09
Valhalla Villa Townhomes48761BR,1BA$1.54
Meadowview Apartments2 Bdr - Subsidized1BR,1BA$1.19
Mountain Manor Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.40

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Makinen Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Makinen?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Makinen is at Alice Nettell Towers listed at $741.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Makinen Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Makinen Apartment is $700 at Meadowview Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Makinen Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Makinen is starting from $750 at Meadowview Apartments.

What is the most affordable Makinen Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Makinen Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tropicana Apartments and starts from $1,800.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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