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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNorth Valley Apartments
910 34th Ave WAlexandria, MN 56308
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$765 - $939
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWestfield Apartments
215 Western Ave SBrooten, MN 56316
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Nature's Edge Apartments
105 Sunnyslope RdMorris, MN 56267
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$775 - $1,010
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMcKay Apartments
404 S Mckay AveAlexandria, MN 56308
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$820 - $1,550
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTwenty08 Apartments
2008 Runestone AveAlexandria, MN 56308
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$850 - $1,850
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now10th Avenue Apartments
1770 10th Ave EAlexandria, MN 56308
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$898 - $1,321
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCascade Apartments
1325 S Cascade StFergus Falls, MN 56537
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$900 - $1,050
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSuncrest Apartments
501 Suncrest DrAvon, MN 56310
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$935
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRunestone Grand Apartments
20 Grand Ave NKensington, MN 56343
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$938 - $2,819
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$919 - $2,800
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Trailside Apartments - 55+ Community
716 Darling AveAlexandria, MN 56308
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Parkview Apartments
535 6th StAvon, MN 56310
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$945 - $1,095
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLakewood Apartments
204-310 Kenwood DrAlexandria, MN 56308
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$969 - $1,394
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$950 - $1,375
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Pheasant Run
825 34th Ave EAlexandria, MN 56308
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$995 - $1,560
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGranite Manor/Runestone
4727 Arbor Crossing SEAlexandria, MN 56308
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$995
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1Lincoln Apartments
1701 6th Ave EAlexandria, MN 56308
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$995 - $1,035
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWater Station Apartments
402 W Holdt StBattle Lake, MN 56515
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityEast Side Stories Apartments
408 McKay SAlexandria, MN 56308
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$995 - $2,095
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1Hillside Apartments
1825 Oakview Ave SEAlexandria, MN 56308
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$995
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityColonial Court
1614 7th Ave EAlexandria, MN 56308
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$997 - $1,735
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCentral Lakes
2106 Runestone AveAlexandria, MN 56308
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503 College AveMorris, MN 56267
710 18th St S
BensonMN56215
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWestfield Apartments
1414 41st Ave WAlexandria, MN 56308
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$1,135 - $2,420
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1Broadway Garden Estates
3511 S Broadway StAlexandria, MN 56308
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$1,150 - $1,895
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917 4th Ave EAlexandria, MN 56308
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Mainstreeter Apartment Homes
800 Main St NSauk Centre, MN 56378
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Wobegon Crossings
1250 W Railroad AveMelrose, MN 56352
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1The Flats on 14th
777 14th St SELittle Falls, MN 56345
708 18th St S
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42057 County Road 1
RiceMN56367
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSouth Point Apartments
602 South Point DrNew York Mills, MN 56567
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$1,230 - $1,610
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBridgewater Estates
720 22nd Ave EAlexandria, MN 56308
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$1,230 - $1,615
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Legacy of Alexandria
701 34th Ave EAlexandria, MN 56308
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$1,294
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925 2nd Ave NELong Prairie, MN 56347
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityGlen Terrace Townhomes
301 Glen Terrace DrGlenwood, MN 56334
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRiverside Flats of Melrose
325 1st St NEMelrose, MN 56352
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Avon Estates
451 Winden WayAvon, MN 56310
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1Community Park Apartment Homes
245 MN-55Paynesville, MN 56362
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1The Landmark of Alexandria
330 34th Ave EAlexandria, MN 56308
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3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityThe Lincoln Apartments
106 N Lincoln AveBattle Lake, MN 56515
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLakewood Terrace-3707
3707 S BroadwayAlexandria, MN 56308
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHatchery Row
110 W Henning StBattle Lake, MN 56515
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480 W Main StOsakis, MN 56360
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319 Fairgrounds RdAlexandria, MN 56308
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806 W 5th StMorris, MN 56267
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1003 Scotts AveMorris, MN 56267
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Carolina Village
511 Carolina AveHoffman, MN 56339
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Finlandia Apartments
107 Edgewood StNew York Mills, MN 56567
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Village Green Apartments
101 Thompson StVerndale, MN 56481
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Nelson, MN Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nelson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Studio Apartments | $1,140 | $775 | $1,295 |
| Nelson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,317 | $765 | $1,915 |
| Nelson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $900 | $2,819 |
| Nelson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $1,090 | $1,995 |
| Nelson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,795 | $2,095 |
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Cheapest Available Nelson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Nelson, MN is a Studio unit found at North Valley Apartments priced from $700. Westfield Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $765. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Valley Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Westfield Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Twenty08 Apartments | A.1 TIF | Studio,1BA | $820 |
| 10th Avenue Apartments | 1873 - Studio/1BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Cascade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
| McKay Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Suncrest Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Runestone Grand Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $935 |
| Trailside Apartments - 55+ Community | ? COWDREY STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $938 |
| Lakewood Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, MN and Nearby
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $1.47 price per square foot 3B 2B B Model at Avon Estates in the starting from $1,729. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the 2 Bedrooms, 2 full, 1141 sqft, 3709 South Broad... Model at Lakewood Terrace-3707 starting at $1,485 with a $1.30 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Nelson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avon Estates | 3B 2B B | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Lakewood Terrace-3707 | 2 Bedrooms, 2 full, 1141 sqft, 3709 South Broad... | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| South Point Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Water Station Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Runestone Grand Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| McKay Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Suncrest Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Cascade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Lakewood Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Westfield Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelson Apartment is $765 at Westfield Apartments.
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