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Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1Highland Hills Apartments
1340 Warren StMankato, MN 56001
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Mankato Neighborhood of Mankato, MN from $500 (72 Rentals)
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609 S Broad St, Unit Unit 1
609 S Broad StMankato, MN 56001
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522 S 4th St, Unit 522 South 4th St
522 S 4th StMankato, MN 56001
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$865 - $1,200
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120 Locust St
120 Locust 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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$895
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$895
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$895
107 E Liberty St, Unit 2
107 E Liberty StMankato, 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 - $975
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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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$925
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1Total Monthly Price
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$925
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$925
505 S 4th St, Unit 2
505 S 4th StMankato, MN 56001
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$995
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCherry Ridge Apartments
101 Glenwood AveMankato, MN 56001
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$995 - $1,195
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 11Cherry Square
500 S 2nd StMankato, MN 56001
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$1,000 - $2,400
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1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes
744 James AveMankato, MN 56001
224 Carroll St
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120 S 4th St
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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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$1,080 - $1,330
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The Edge Apartments
1902 Warren StMankato, MN 56001
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$1,100
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Studio Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilitySkyway Properties LLC
507 N Riverfront DrMankato, MN 56001
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$1,100
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$1,100
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$1,100
118 Van Brunt St, Unit 2
118 Van Brunt StMankato, MN 56001
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$1,100
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRita Road
188-192 Rita RdMankato, MN 56001
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$1,100 - $1,630
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$1,070 - $1,600
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River Bluff Apartments
405 N 5th StMankato, MN 56001
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$1,110 - $1,690
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$1,095 - $1,675
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Woodside Apartments
161-351 E Roosevelt CirMankato, MN 56001
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$1,114 - $1,364
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSouthwood Flats
520 James AveMankato, MN 56001
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$1,120 - $1,899
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$1,120 - $1,899
Augusta Park Estates
1690 Premier DrMankato, MN 56001
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$1,131
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$1,101
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The Alma
105 E Walnut StMankato, MN 56001
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$1,175
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$1,175
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500 Belle Ave, Unit 1
500 Belle AveMankato, MN 56001
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$1,200
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$1,200
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320 E Hickory St, Unit 1
320 E Hickory StMankato, MN 56001
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$1,200
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1325 Fair Street, Unit Unit #4
1325 Fair StreetMankato, MN 56001
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$1,214 - $1,689
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$1,175 - $1,650
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$1,214 - $1,689
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 NowDublin Road Townhomes
304-306 Dublin CtMankato, MN 56001
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$1,234
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 1Ohana Apartments
2040 Prairie Rose DrMankato, MN 56001
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$1,250 - $1,450
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVillage Place Flats
210 Thomas 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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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCardinal Creek Apartments
111 Redtail CtMankato, MN 56001
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRiverfront Court
115 S Riverfront DrMankato, MN 56001
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314 E Cherry St
314 E Cherry StMankato, MN 56001
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513 N Riverfront Dr
513 N Riverfront DrMankato, MN 56001
418 S 4th St
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAugusta Commons
2217-2361 Links StMankato, MN 56001
725 N 6th St
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313 E Rock St, Unit 2
313 E Rock StMankato, MN 56001
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
404 S 4th St
404 S 4th StMankato, MN 56001
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
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
326 E Washington St
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Rosa Place Apartments II
875 Heron drMankato, MN 56001
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Rosa Place
510 Timberwolf 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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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Mankato Studio Apartments | $1,087 | $750 | $1,315 |
| East Mankato 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,359 | $800 | $2,120 |
| East Mankato 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $925 | $2,370 |
| East Mankato 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,791 | $1,200 | $2,794 |
| East Mankato 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,032 | $1,600 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 72 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Mankato Neighborhood of Mankato, MN.
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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 $900. Here are the most affordable East Mankato apartments for rent in Mankato, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Glenwood Terrace | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Village Place Apartments of Mankato | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Valley View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Rita Road | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| River Bluff Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Southwood Flats | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,114 |
| Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Mankato, MN
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the East 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 East Mankato apartment is the New 3Br, 2.5 Bath @ Willow Cascades! Model at Willow Cascades Townhomes starting at $1,850 with a $1.23 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. |
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| Fox Run Townhomes | 3 bed 2.5 bath (Exterior) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.19 |
| Willow Cascades Townhomes | New 3Br, 2.5 Bath @ Willow Cascades! | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.23 |
| Dublin Road Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Market | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| 313 E Rock St, Unit 2 | 313 E Rock St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Augusta Commons | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 320 E Hickory St, Unit 1 | 320 E Hickory St | 3BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Rita Road | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Bunting Lane Apartments | Individual Roommates Included! | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Village Place Apartments of Mankato | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Mankato Apartments
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 $2,267.
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 19 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 $472 which is $1,795 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Mankato.
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