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Nelson, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nelson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Nelson Studio Apartments | $915 | $600 | $1,095 |
Nelson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $695 | $1,855 |
Nelson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,330 | $820 | $2,195 |
Nelson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,440 | $1,000 | $1,815 |
Nelson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $1,695 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Available Nelson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Nelson, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Natures Edge Partners LLC priced from $25. Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $718. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Natures Edge Partners LLC | 2B1B Subsidy | 2BR,1BA | $25 |
Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $718 |
Westfield Apartments | 1 Bedroom HC | 1BR,1BA | $768 |
10th Avenue Apartments | 1880 - 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
Oak Knoll Complex | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, MN and Nearby
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3B2B - CONTACT FOR AVAILABILITY Model at Pheasant Run Apartments in the starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the 1 bedroom 1 bathroom plus den Model at Broadway Garden Estates starting at $1,855 with a $1.73 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. |
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Pheasant Run Apartments | 3B2B - CONTACT FOR AVAILABILITY | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
Broadway Garden Estates | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom plus den | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Hatchery Row | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Oak Knoll Complex | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Suncrest Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Central Lakes | B.4 (Plus Den) | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
South Point Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
Granite Manor/Runestone | One bedroom/ One bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
Natures Edge Partners LLC | 1B1B MKT | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Getting Around Nelson, MN
Walk Score®
6 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nelson Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelson Apartment is $25 at Natures Edge Partners LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nelson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nelson is starting from $25 at Natures Edge Partners LLC.
What is the most affordable Nelson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Nelson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pheasant Run Apartments and starts from $1,325.
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