
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mankato, MN from $500 (18 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mankato?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Mankato Studio Apartments | $1,090 | $720 | $1,265 |
Cheap Mankato 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $700 | $2,095 |
Cheap Mankato 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $675 | $2,500 |
Cheap Mankato 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $1,200 | $2,095 |
Cheap Mankato 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $1,379 | $1,880 |
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Cheapest Available Mankato Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mankato, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at The Edge Apartments in the University neighborhood priced from $675. Highland Hills Apartments in the University neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $720. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mankato apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Edge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $675 |
Highland Hills Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $720 |
Commerce Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Valley View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Glenwood Terrace | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mankato, MN
As of July 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mankato area is the $1.19 price per square foot 3 bed 2.5 bath (Exterior) Model at Fox Run Townhomes in the in the City Center Mankato neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Mankato apartment is the 220 State St Model at 220 State St, Unit #2 2nd Floor starting at $1,200 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mankato apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Fox Run Townhomes | 3 bed 2.5 bath (Exterior) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.19 |
220 State St, Unit #2 2nd Floor | 220 State St | 3BR,1BA | $0.80 |
Tartan Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
The Edge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.69 |
442 Belgrade Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Gray Hawk Apartments | Large Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
2461 Northridge Dr, Unit 2 | 2461 Northridge Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Glenwood Terrace | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Bunting Lane Apartments | Three Bed | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.63 |
105 Hanover St, Unit #2 | 105 Hanover St | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Best Local Schools in Mankato, MN
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Getting Around Mankato, MN
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mankato Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mankato?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mankato is at Highland Hills Apartments listed at $720.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mankato Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mankato Apartment is $875 at Commerce Apartments.
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 $675 at The Edge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Mankato Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mankato Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Meadow Apartments and starts from $1,249.
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