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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mankato Studio Apartments | $1,102 | $750 | $1,295 |
| Mankato 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $451 | $2,146 |
Mankato 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $538 | $2,396 |
| Mankato 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $885 | $2,830 |
| Mankato 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $1,500 | $1,880 |
There are currently 643 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Mankato, MN that range in price from $538 to $2,396. Erlandson Park, Riverfront Park and Five Corners are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 2 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Mankato with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erlandson Park | 73 | $1,625 | $538 |
| Riverfront Park | 66 | $1,625 | $538 |
| Five Corners | 65 | $1,625 | $538 |
| Washington Park | 65 | $1,625 | $538 |
| East Mankato | 63 | $1,590 | $950 |
| The Prairie | 61 | $1,635 | $538 |
| North Industrial Mankato | 55 | $1,625 | $950 |
| City Center Mankato | 43 | $1,497 | $538 |
| Downtown Mankato | 43 | $1,497 | $538 |
| Lincoln Park | 43 | $1,497 | $538 |
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Mankato, MN is found at Bridge Plaza Apartments in the University neighborhood and is 1,644 square feet priced from $2,700. Fox Meadows Townhomes has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,232 square feet and currently listed start at $1,650. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Mankato:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Plaza Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,644 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
| Fox Meadows Townhomes | Two Bed - Market | 1,232 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Pond View Heights Apartments | E - now (flexible) | 1,200 Sq Ft | $2,025 |
| Augusta Park Estates | D- 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 1,182 Sq Ft | $1,725 |
| Stadium Courtyard | 2 bed, 1.5 bath | 1,146 Sq Ft | $1,649 |
| Woodside Apartments | Clubhouse 2b/2ba | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,590 |
| Pfau Reed Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 1,098 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| Silos Apartments | 2 Bed, 2 Bath (Type A) | 1,071 Sq Ft | $1,924 |
| Riverfront Court | New two Bed One Bath W/ Balcony | 982 Sq Ft | $1,120 |
| Cardinal Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 945 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
As of January 26, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Mankato, MN is the 2 Bedroom Model starting from $839 at Sinclair Flats in the University neighborhood. The second most affordable Mankato 2 Bedroom is the Evergreen Terrace Model at Highland Hills Apartments starting at $950 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Mankato is currently $1,594. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Mankato:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Sinclair Flats | 2 Bedroom | $839 |
| Highland Hills Apartments | Evergreen Terrace | $950 |
| Valley View Apartments | Two Bedroom | $1,000 |
| River Bluff Apartments | Two Bedroom | $1,081 |
| Pfau Reed Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $1,100 |
| Riverfront Court | Two Bedroom/ One Bathroom w Balcony | $1,120 |
| Village Court Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath (renovated) | $1,128 |
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The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Mankato is $1,594.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Mankato is a 1,644 square feet unit starting from $2,700 at Bridge Plaza Apartments.
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Mankato is currently 1,680 sq ft.
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