Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mankato, KS from $400 (41 Rentals)

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Pony Run
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pony Run

211 S 17th StMarysville, KS 66508
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Abilene Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Abilene Plaza

510 NW 2nd StAbilene, KS 67410
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535 Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

535 Flats

535 N Minden AveMinden, NE 68959
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Golden Ridge
2 Bedroom Apartments

Golden Ridge

1708 NW 17th StAbilene, KS 67410
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832 Flats
2 Bedroom Apartments

832 Flats

322 E 6th StMinden, NE 68959

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Mankato, KS Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mankato Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mankato, KS is a 1 Bed unit found at Burlington Place priced from $645. Hickory Hills Residences has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $698. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mankato apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Burlington Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$645
Hickory Hills Residences2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$698
723 Ella StUnits1BR,1BA$795
The Bluffs (KS)One Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$799
Quinton Point ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$850
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$955
6th Ave Flats2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$975
Hunters Ridge3 Bed 2 Bath Plan 23BR,2BA$999
Eagle LandingThree Bedroom3BR,1BA$1,000
The Residences at Liberty Campus1/11BR,1BA$1,016

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mankato, KS and Nearby

As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mankato area is the $0.78 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Plan 2 Model at Hunters Ridge in the starting from $999. The second greatest value Mankato apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Eagle Landing starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mankato apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hunters Ridge3 Bed 2 Bath Plan 23BR,2BA$0.78
Eagle LandingThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$0.83
Hickory Hills Residences3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Apartment3BR,2BA$0.76
Village at Kearney ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$0.92
6th Ave Flats2-Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.98
Quinton Point ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.86
Ridgeland Park Apartments in YorkYork2BR,1BA$1.28
Pioneer Trail FlatsThe Napa1BR,1BA$1.36
The Bluffs (KS)One Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1.09
Burlington Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.97

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Getting Around Mankato, KS

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37 / 100

Car-Dependent

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Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mankato Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mankato Apartment is $645 at Burlington Place.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mankato is starting from $698 at Hickory Hills Residences.

What is the most affordable Mankato Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mankato Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hickory Hills Residences and starts from $803.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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

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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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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.