Cheap Homes for Rent in The Prairie Neighborhood of Mankato, MN from $900 (6 Rentals)

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The Prairie, Mankato, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available The Prairie Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Prairie area of Mankato, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at 442 Belgrade Ave priced from $875. Village Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable The Prairie apartments for rent in Mankato, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
442 Belgrade AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
Village Court Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath (original)2BR,1BA$949
River Bluff ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,070

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Prairie, MN

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Prairie 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 The Prairie apartment is the 220 State St Model at 220 State St, Unit #2 2nd Floor starting at $1,400 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Prairie apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bridge Plaza Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.32
220 State St, Unit #2 2nd Floor220 State St3BR,1BA$0.93
Legacy Park EstatesThree Bedroom 1.75 Bathroom3BR,1.75BA$1.25
Riverfront CourtThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.36
The Grove at MankatoB2C3BR,2BA$1.41
Cedar Meadow Apartments3BR3BR,1BA$1.35
442 Belgrade AveTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Village Court Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath (renovated)2BR,1BA$1.30
612 N 4th St, Unit 1612 N 4th St2BR,1BA$1.22
River Bluff ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Prairie

What type of rentals are currently available in The Prairie?

There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in The Prairie, MN with pricing that ranges from $595 to $3,725. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Prairie ranging from $900 to $1,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in The Prairie?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in The Prairie ranges from $900 to $1,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,444.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in The Prairie?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in The Prairie range from $1,249 to $2,095, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $1,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $595.

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