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930 N 5th St
930 N 5th StMankato, MN 56001
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Mankato Neighborhood of Mankato, MN from $500 (68 Rentals)
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323 Warren St, Unit 3
323 Warren St
MankatoMN56001
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$795Studio Apartments Available Aug 1
301 N Riverfront Dr, Unit 304
301 N Riverfront DrMankato, MN 56001
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$800
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$800
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$800
315 E Walnut St, Unit #2
315 E Walnut StMankato, MN 56001
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$800
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$800
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609 S Broad St, Unit 4
609 S Broad StMankato, MN 56001
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$855 - $1,980
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$855 - $1,980
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Highland Hills Apartments
1340 Warren StMankato, MN 56001
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$880 - $985
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGlenwood Terrace
107-115 Parkway AveMankato, MN 56001
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$900 - $1,000
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowValley View Apartments
450-470 James AveMankato, MN 56001
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$900
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$900
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$900
112 Grove St, Unit 3
112 Grove StMankato, MN 56001
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River Bluff Apartments
405 N 5th StMankato, MN 56001
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$970 - $1,829
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The Grove at Mankato
200 Briargate RdMankato, MN 56001
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$975 - $1,050
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVillage Place Apartments of Mankato
100-104 Thomas DrMankato, MN 56001
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$975
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$975
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141 E Welcome Ave, Unit M Hanson Prop.
141 E Welcome AveMankato, MN 56001
525 S Broad St
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$995 - $1,095
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCherry Ridge Apartments
101 Glenwood AveMankato, MN 56001
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$1,000 - $2,350
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1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHuntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes
744 James AveMankato, MN 56001
224 Carroll St
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120 S 4th St
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$1,025
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$1,025
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500 Belle Ave, Unit 1
500 Belle AveMankato, MN 56001
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$1,045 - $1,125
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityGray Hawk Apartments
160-180 Homestead RdMankato, MN 56001
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$1,049 - $1,249
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSouthwood Flats
520 James AveMankato, MN 56001
325 E Plum St
MankatoMN56001
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$1,070 - $1,690
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$1,055 - $1,675
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Woodside Apartments
161-351 E Roosevelt CirMankato, MN 56001
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$1,075
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1Cherry Square
500 S 2nd StMankato, MN 56001
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$1,080 - $1,330
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The Edge Apartments
1902 Warren StMankato, MN 56001
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$1,100
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$1,100
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501 N 5th St, Unit Upper Level 1/2
501 N 5th StMankato, MN 56001
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$1,120
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$1,120
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Pfau Reed Apartments
610-620 Reed StMankato, MN 56001
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$1,120 - $1,899
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$1,120 - $1,899
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Augusta Park Estates
1690 Premier DrMankato, MN 56001
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$1,131 - $1,167
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The Alma
105 E Walnut StMankato, MN 56001
525 S 5th St
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$1,150
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$1,150
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120 Locust St
120 Locust StMankato, MN 56001
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$1,150
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Studio Apartments Available Aug 1Skyway Properties LLC
507 N Riverfront DrMankato, MN 56001
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$1,150 - $1,350
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVillage Place Flats
210 Thomas DrMankato, MN 56001
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$1,200
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$1,200
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1325 Fair Street
1325 Fair StreetMankato, MN 56001
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$1,200 - $1,800
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$1,200 - $1,800
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312 N 4th St
312 N 4th StMankato, MN 56001
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$1,214 - $1,689
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$1,175 - $1,650
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Legacy Park Estates
100 Dublin CtMankato, MN 56001
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$1,215 - $1,525
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 30Dublin Road Townhomes
304-306 Dublin CtMankato, MN 56001
931 Madison Ave
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1Ohana Apartments
2040 Prairie Rose DrMankato, MN 56001
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$1,299
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3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCedar Meadow Apartments
701 S Victory DrMankato, MN 56001
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404 S 4th St
404 S 4th StMankato, MN 56001
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Eastport Apartments
1001 Eastport DrMankato, MN 56001
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Parkway
101-103 Parkway AveMankato, MN 56001
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River Bluff Suites
123 N 4th StMankato, MN 56001
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Rosa Place
510 Timberwolf DrMankato, MN 56001
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Rosa Place Apartments II
875 Heron drMankato, MN 56001
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The Preserve Apartments
240 Jaycee CtMankato, MN 56001
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Hilltop Lane Apartments
50 Hilltop LnMankato, MN 56001
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Colette Townhomes
428 Commodore DrMankato, MN 56001
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Knollcrest
120-122 Knollcrest DrMankato, MN 56001
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East Mankato, Mankato, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Mankato?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| East Mankato Studio Apartments | $1,150 | $1,110 | $1,315 |
| East Mankato 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,232 | $750 | $2,155 |
| East Mankato 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $900 | $2,025 |
| East Mankato 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $1,065 | $2,150 |
| East Mankato 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,980 | $1,780 | $2,080 |
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Cheapest Available East Mankato Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Mankato area of Mankato, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Glenwood Terrace priced from $880. Village Place Apartments of Mankato has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable East Mankato apartments for rent in Mankato, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood Terrace | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Village Place Apartments of Mankato | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes | 1BR Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Valley View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Wesley Place | Wesley Place - 8 | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Southwood Flats | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Woodside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,070 |
| Pfau Reed Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Mankato, MN
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Mankato area is the $1.23 price per square foot New 3Br, 2.5 Bath @ Willow Cascades! Model at Willow Cascades Townhomes in the in the University neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value East Mankato apartment is the 120 Locust St Model at 120 Locust St 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 East Mankato apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Cascades Townhomes | New 3Br, 2.5 Bath @ Willow Cascades! | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.23 |
| 120 Locust St | 120 Locust St | 3BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Pfau Reed Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Riverfront Court | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The Edge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Wesley Place | Wesley Place - 8 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Bunting Lane Apartments | Individual Roommates Included! | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Village Place Apartments of Mankato | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Glenwood Terrace | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Mankato Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Mankato?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Mankato is under $1,120.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Mankato?
The cheapest apartment in East Mankato is Glenwood Terrace which is listed at $880, while the average apartment in East Mankato costs $2,242.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 12 regular apartments in East 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 East Mankato?
Cheap apartments in East Mankato have an average cost of $419 which is $1,823 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Mankato.
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