Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Mankato Neighborhood of Mankato, MN from $860 (2 Rentals)

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property at 315 Belgrade Ave
$860

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Base Rent$860

Total Monthly Price$860
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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315 Belgrade Ave, Unit 3

315 Belgrade Ave
North MankatoMN56003
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property at 103 Locust St
$1,295

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,295

Total Monthly Price$1,295
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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103 Locust St

MankatoMN56001

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mankato, MN

As of September 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Mankato area is the $1.96 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Bridge Plaza Apartments in the in the University neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Downtown Mankato apartment is the 101 S Broad St Model at 101 S Broad St, Unit 1 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 Downtown Mankato apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bridge Plaza Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.96
101 S Broad St, Unit 1101 S Broad St2BR,1BA$0.80
120 Locust St, Unit 7 Lower120 Locust St3BR,2BA$0.88
Riverfront CourtNew Three Bedroom/ Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.68
Wesley PlaceWesley Place - 82BR,1BA$1.17
Cherry Ridge ApartmentsTax Credit2BR,1BA$1.21
315 E Walnut St, Unit #2315 E Walnut St1BR,1BA$1.00
The Alma1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.18
Skyway Properties LLC0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.17
Cherry Square1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.04

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Downtown Mankato, Mankato, MN

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Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Mankato

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Mankato?

There are currently 35 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mankato, MN with pricing that ranges from $774 to $2,080. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Mankato ranging from $860 to $2,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Mankato?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Mankato ranges from $860 to $2,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,765.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Mankato?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Mankato range from $1,150 to $1,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $2,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,425 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,080.

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