
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Mankato Neighborhood of Mankato, MN from $500 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Mankato area of Mankato.


Valley View Apartments

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505 S 4th St, Unit 2

329 N Riverfront Dr

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403 Riverfront N Dr

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909 S Front St, Unit 3

Cherry Ridge Apartments
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120 S 4th St

224 Carroll St

Cherry Square

325 E Plum St

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429 State St, Unit 203

Skyway Properties LLC

Southwood Flats
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The Alma

121 Ahlstrom Rd, Unit #2

Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes

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120 Locust St

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101 S Broad St, Unit 1

Lewis Lofts

404 S 4th St
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River Bluff Suites

Sinclair Flats

107 S 5th St

442 Belgrade Ave

Village Court Apartments

1711 Northway Dr

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Hoover Estates
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1740 Lee Blvd, Unit 3
West Mankato, Mankato, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Mankato?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Mankato Studio Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| West Mankato 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,139 | $875 | $1,654 |
| West Mankato 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $925 | $1,850 |
| West Mankato 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,362 | $990 | $1,800 |
| West Mankato 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $2,080 | $2,080 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Mankato Neighborhood of Mankato, MN.
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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 442 Belgrade Ave priced from $835. Lewis Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $855. Here are the most affordable West Mankato apartments for rent in Mankato, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 442 Belgrade Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Lewis Lofts | 1a1t | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Village Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (original) | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Valley View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Hoover Estates | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Southwood Flats | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,114 |
| Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Mankato, MN
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Mankato area is the $1.04 price per square foot 508 S 4th St Model at 508 S 4th St, Unit #1 in the in the University neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value West Mankato apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Sinclair Flats starting at $1,261 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Mankato apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 508 S 4th St, Unit #1 | 508 S 4th St | 5BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Sinclair Flats | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 1740 Lee Blvd, Unit 3 | 1740 Lee Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Cherry Ridge Apartments | Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 429 State St, Unit 203 | 429 State St | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 442 Belgrade Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Hoover Estates | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Village Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Lewis Lofts | 1a1t | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Mankato, Mankato, MN
Ranked #10
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $835 at 442 Belgrade Ave.
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 $995 at Cherry Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable West Mankato Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Mankato Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverfront Court and starts from $1,450.
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