Cheap Homes for Rent in East Mankato Neighborhood of Mankato, MN from $900 (14 Rentals)

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property at 133 Coy St

133 Coy St

MankatoMN56001

East Mankato, Mankato, MN Local Guide

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 Highland Hills Apartments priced from $775. River Bluff Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here are the most affordable East Mankato apartments for rent in Mankato, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Hills ApartmentsElm Tree Court1BR,1BA$775
River Bluff ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,070
Riverfront CourtTwo Bedroom/ One Bathroom w Balcony2BR,1BA$1,120
Southwood Flats1 Bed, 1 Bath (remodeled)1BR,1BA$1,124
Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Mankato, MN

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Mankato area is the $1.32 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Bridge Plaza Apartments in the in the University neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value East Mankato apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Tartan Glen starting at $1,550 with a $1.22 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bridge Plaza Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.32
Tartan Glen2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.22
Legacy Park EstatesThree Bedroom 1.75 Bathroom3BR,1.75BA$1.25
Augusta Commons3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.23
Riverfront CourtThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.36
Cardinal Creek ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.29
The Edge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
Cedar Meadow Apartments3BR3BR,1BA$1.35
Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.37
612 N 4th St, Unit 1612 N 4th St2BR,1BA$1.22

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Mankato

What type of rentals are currently available in East Mankato?

There are currently 120 Apartments for Rent in East Mankato, MN with pricing that ranges from $595 to $3,725. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Mankato ranging from $900 to $2,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Mankato ranges from $900 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,738.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Mankato range from $1,249 to $2,095, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,395. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $595.

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