Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Mankato Neighborhood of Mankato, MN from $500 (11 Rentals)

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525 S Broad St, Unit 3
$745
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Studio Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

525 S Broad St, Unit 3

525 S Broad StMankato, MN 56001
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107 E Liberty St, Unit 1
$915
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

107 E Liberty St, Unit 1

107 E Liberty StMankato, MN 56001
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404 S 4th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

404 S 4th St

404 S 4th StMankato, MN 56001
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River Bluff Suites
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Bluff Suites

123 N 4th StMankato, MN 56001
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Sinclair Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sinclair Flats

210 Dewey LnMankato, MN 56001

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Cheapest Available West Mankato Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Mankato area of Mankato, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Cherry Square priced from $995. Village Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable West Mankato apartments for rent in Mankato, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cherry Square1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
Village Court Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath (renovated)2BR,1BA$1,099
Riverfront CourtTwo Bedroom/ One Bathroom w Balcony2BR,1BA$1,120
Huntington Hills Apartments & TownhomesLarge 2BR2BR,1BA$1,200
Sinclair Flats3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1,370

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Mankato, MN

As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Mankato area is the $1.64 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 West Mankato apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at 442 Belgrade Ave starting at $1,500 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the City Center Mankato neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Mankato apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bridge Plaza Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.64
442 Belgrade AveThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.94
Riverfront CourtThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.36
225 Belgrade Ave, Unit B225 Belgrade Ave2BR,1BA$1.38
1740 Lee Blvd, Unit 31740 Lee Blvd2BR,1BA$1.33
Sinclair Flats2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.82
Village Court Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.41
Huntington Hills Apartments & TownhomesLarge 2BR2BR,1BA$1.43
Silos Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath (Type C)1BR,1BA$2.16
Cherry Square1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89

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West Mankato, Mankato, MN

Ranked #10

Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Mankato, Minnesota. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the West Mankato Neighborhood in Mankato, MN

Walk Score®

7 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Mankato Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Mankato Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Mankato Apartment is $995 at Cherry Square.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Mankato Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Mankato is starting from $1,099 at Village Court Apartments.

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