
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Mankato, MN from $855 (24 Rentals)


Glenwood Terrace

222 1/2 W 6th St.

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Valley View Apartments

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The Grove at Mankato

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The Edge Apartments
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Cherry Square

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Southwood Flats

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The Alma

Village Place Flats

Cardinal Creek Apartments

Riverfront Court

Eastport Apartments
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Lewis Lofts

Sinclair Flats

Rosa Place

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The Preserve Apartments

River Bluff Suites

Hilltop Lane Apartments
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University, Mankato, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Studio Apartments | $750 | $750 | $750 |
University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $855 | $1,654 |
| University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,290 | $900 | $2,150 |
| University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,558 | $990 | $2,415 |
| University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,980 | $1,780 | $2,080 |
| University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,257 | $1,850 | $2,600 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity, Mankato, MN
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?
The cheapest apartment in University is Lewis Lofts which is listed at $855, while the average apartment in University costs $2,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?
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 14 regular apartments in University 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 University?
Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $369 which is $1,981 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.