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property at 218 Van Brunt St

218 Van Brunt St

MankatoMN56001

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 327 E Walnut St

327 E Walnut St

MankatoMN56001

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property at 960 N 3rd St

960 N 3rd St

St. PeterMN56082

Mankato, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mankato, MN

Pricing Updated: 09/17/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Mankato, MN area range in price from $750 to $2,135 with an overall median price of $2,065. The three Mankato neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Mankato at $850, North Industrial Mankato at $750, and Sibley Park at $750. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Mankato Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Mankato$1,475$85016
North Industrial Mankato$2,100$75078
Sibley Park$2,100$75074
City Center Mankato$2,117$75099
Downtown Mankato$2,117$75098
East Mankato$2,117$750115
Erlandson Park$2,117$750127
Five Corners$2,117$750125
Lincoln Park$2,117$75098
Riverfront Park$2,117$750125

Cheapest Available Mankato Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mankato, MN is a Studio unit found at Highland Hills Apartments in the University neighborhood priced from $750. Sinclair Flats in the University neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $838. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mankato apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Hills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
Sinclair Flats2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$838
Valley View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Glenwood Terrace2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$950
Knollcrest2 bed2BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mankato, MN

As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mankato area is the $0.95 price per square foot 2 bedrooms & 1 loft Model at Sibley Parkway Crossing in the in the University neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Mankato apartment is the 3 bed 2.5 bath (Exterior) Model at Fox Run Townhomes starting at $2,095 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the City Center Mankato neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mankato apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sibley Parkway Crossing2 bedrooms & 1 loft2BR,2.5BA$0.95
Fox Run Townhomes3 bed 2.5 bath (Exterior)3BR,2.5BA$1.19
Cherry Ridge ApartmentsTax Credit3BR,2BA$0.93
704 N 2nd St, Unit 1704 N 2nd St2BR,1BA$0.76
2108 Arlington Trl, Unit 42108 Arlington Trl2BR,1BA$1.16
Southwood Flats2 Bed, 1 Bath (remodeled)2BR,1BA$1.16
Sinclair Flats2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.89
Knollcrest2 bed2BR,1BA$1.11
Glenwood Terrace2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.14
Bunting Lane ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$0.82

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mankato

What type of rentals are currently available in Mankato?

There are currently 153 Apartments for Rent in Mankato, MN with pricing that ranges from $750 to $2,135. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mankato ranging from $991 to $2,600.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mankato ranges from $991 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,642.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mankato range from $1,250 to $2,095, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,379.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.