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2901 Knox Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55408
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3253 Girard Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55408
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1315 Olson Memorial HwyMinneapolis, MN 55405
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Portage Apartments
3146 W Bde Maka Ska BlvdMinneapolis, MN 55416
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3308 Girard Ave S, Unit 101
3308 Girard Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55408
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2826 Girard Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55408
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3125 Holmes AveMinneapolis, MN 55408
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2703 Girard Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55408
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2832 Humboldt Ave S.
2832 Humboldt Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55408
240 N Irving Ave
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3028 Ewing Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55416
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2800 Girard Apartments
2800 Girard Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55408
3523 Hennepin Ave S
MinneapolisMN55408
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3701 West Lake St.
3701 W Lake StMinneapolis, MN 55416
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560 Humboldt Ave NMinneapolis, MN 55405
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5813 W 25 1/2 St, Unit Lower Level
5813 W 25 1/2 StMinneapolis, MN 55416
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2840 N Wayzata BlvdMinneapolis, MN 55405
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2920 Dean Parkway Apartments
2920 Dean PkyMinneapolis, MN 55416
2733 Girard Ave S
MinneapolisMN55408
1715 Glenwood Ave
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Overlook on 100
2524 Highway 100 SMinneapolis, MN 55416
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2817 Girard Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55408
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The Bohen Apartments
2851 Hennepin AveMinneapolis, MN 55408
3004 Ottawa Ave S
MinneapolisMN55416
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265 Girard Ave NMinneapolis, MN 55405
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1320 W Lake StMinneapolis, MN 55408
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Marbella on Dean
3036 W Lake StMinneapolis, MN 55416
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The Bryn
2823 Wayzata BlvdMinneapolis, MN 55405
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1820 3rd Ave N
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3540 Hennepin Avenue, Unit #307
3540 Hennepin AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55408
2226 Glenwood Ave
MinneapolisMN55405
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2728 Humboldt Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55408
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3118 West Lake StMinneapolis, MN 55416
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Arcata Apartments
901 Xenia Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55416
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3600 Pennsylvania Ave S
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The Gateway at West Lake Quarter
3430 List PlMinneapolis, MN 55416
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770 Xenia Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55416
2504 Girard Avenue South, Unit Lower 1
2504 Girard Avenue South
MinneapolisMN55403
627-627 Penn Ave S
MinneapolisMN55405
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Mount Royal Apartments
2641 Hennepin AveMinneapolis, MN 55408
3103 Irving Ave S
MinneapolisMN55408
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1800 W Lake StMinneapolis, MN 55408
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5100 Wayzata BlvdMinneapolis, MN 55416
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest Studio Apartments | $1,448 | $610 | $2,211 |
| Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,707 | $707 | $3,900 |
| Lake Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,480 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Lake Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,960 | $1,579 | $5,937 |
| Lake Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,734 | $2,099 | $7,137 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Forest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Forest area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at 224 Cedar Lake Road North priced from $875. Brittany Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Lake Forest apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 224 Cedar Lake Road North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Brittany Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Uptown West | Uptown West - Studio (A) | Studio,1BA | $942 |
| Q2 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Ernestine Apartments | King | Studio,1BA | $1,034 |
| 3551-3559 Huntington Ave S. | 1-BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Portage Apartments | One Bedroom A Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Lumos Apartments | Idalia | Studio,1BA | $1,093 |
| Lynn Plaza | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Yorkshire Apartments | 3125 Holmes Ave - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Forest, MN
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Forest area is the $1.44 price per square foot 2912 France Ave S Model at 2912 France Ave S in the in the West Calhoun neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Lake Forest apartment is the 2BD 1.5 BA - 3rd Floor Model at Westlake Estate Apartments starting at $1,499 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the West Calhoun neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2912 France Ave S | 2912 France Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Westlake Estate Apartments | 2BD 1.5 BA - 3rd Floor | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| Hampshire House | The Alvin | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Park Embassy | One Bedroom Extra Large Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Park Villa Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 3701 West Lake St. | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Rhode Island Chateau Apartments | 1L | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Lake West on France | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 224 Cedar Lake Road North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Q2 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Forest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lake Forest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lake Forest is under $1,130.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lake Forest?
The cheapest apartment in Lake Forest is 224 Cedar Lake Road North which is listed at $875, while the average apartment in Lake Forest costs $2,949.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lake Forest?
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 22 regular apartments in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest?
Cheap apartments in Lake Forest have an average cost of $307 which is $2,642 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lake Forest.
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