
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Minnetonka Neighborhood of Minnetonka, MN from $800 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Minnetonka area of Minnetonka.


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Oaks Glen Lake Apartments

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Regency Woods

Arrive Minnetonka

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The Island Residences

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Residences at 1700

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Saddlewood

Stratford Wood

Beacon Hill

Wayzata Lake Apartments

533 Maple Square
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Wayzata Woods

Highcroft Manor

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West Minnetonka, Minnetonka, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Minnetonka?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Minnetonka Studio Apartments | $1,620 | $1,255 | $2,270 |
| West Minnetonka 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $1,280 | $4,525 |
| West Minnetonka 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,066 | $1,445 | $10,000+ |
| West Minnetonka 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,554 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| West Minnetonka 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Minnetonka Neighborhood of Minnetonka, MN.
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Cheapest Available West Minnetonka Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Minnetonka area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Hunters Ridge priced from $1,085. Stratford Wood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,321. Here are the most affordable West Minnetonka apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Hunters Ridge | Crystal | Studio,1BA | $1,085 |
| Stratford Wood | Timberland + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,321 |
| Wayzata Woods | 1 Bedroom & 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Highcroft Manor | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,550 |
| Arrive Minnetonka | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,679 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Minnetonka, MN
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Minnetonka area is the $1.52 price per square foot Hawthorne Model at Saddlewood in the in the Glen Lake neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value West Minnetonka apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Quayside Wayzata starting at $3,780 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Groveland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Minnetonka apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Saddlewood | Hawthorne | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.52 |
| Quayside Wayzata | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Residences at 1700 | The Delilah | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Highcroft Manor | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Wayzata Lake Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Wayzata Woods | 1 Bedroom & 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Arrive Minnetonka | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Stratford Wood | Timberland | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Regency Woods | Poplar | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Hunters Ridge | Crystal | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
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Best Local Schools in West Minnetonka, Minnetonka, MN
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Minnetonka Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Minnetonka?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Minnetonka is at Hunters Ridge listed at $1,085.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Minnetonka Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Minnetonka Apartment is $1,260 at Hunters Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Minnetonka Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Minnetonka is starting from $1,411 at Stratford Wood.
What is the most affordable West Minnetonka Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Minnetonka Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wayzata Lake Apartments and starts from $1,995.
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