
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center Mankato Neighborhood of Mankato, MN from $400 (11 Rentals)
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315 E Walnut St, Unit #2

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609 S Broad St, Unit 4

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Key City Group, LLC (BT)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Center Mankato?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Center Mankato Studio Apartments | $1,150 | $1,150 | $1,150 |
| City Center Mankato 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $750 | $2,155 |
| City Center Mankato 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $985 | $2,150 |
| City Center Mankato 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $1,150 | $2,095 |
| City Center Mankato 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,880 | $1,780 | $1,980 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the City Center Mankato Neighborhood of Mankato, MN.
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Cheapest Available City Center Mankato Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center Mankato area of Mankato, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Key City Group, LLC (BT) priced from $835. Highland Hills Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $855. Here are the most affordable City Center Mankato apartments for rent in Mankato, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Key City Group, LLC (BT) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Highland Hills Apartments | Maplewood Place | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Glenwood Terrace | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Village Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (original) | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center Mankato, MN
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the City Center Mankato area is the $0.80 price per square foot 101 S Broad St Model at 101 S Broad St, Unit 1 in the in the University neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value City Center Mankato apartment is the 120 Locust St Model at 120 Locust St, Unit 7 Lower starting at $1,150 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center Mankato apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 S Broad St, Unit 1 | 101 S Broad St | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 120 Locust St, Unit 7 Lower | 120 Locust St | 3BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Tartan Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Dublin Road Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Market | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| 422 Commodore Dr, Unit Unit 426 | 422 Commodore Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 939 E Main St, Unit 939 East Main Street | 939 E Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 501 N 5th St, Unit Upper Level 1/2 | 501 N 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Key City Group, LLC (BT) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Bunting Lane Apartments | Individual Roommates Included! | 2BR,2BA | $0.66 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center Mankato Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in City Center Mankato?
The cheapest apartment in City Center Mankato is Key City Group, LLC (BT) which is listed at $835, while the average apartment in City Center Mankato costs $1,280.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in City Center Mankato?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 22 regular apartments in City Center Mankato that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in City Center Mankato?
Cheap apartments in City Center Mankato have an average cost of $373 which is $907 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in City Center Mankato.
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