Cheap Homes for Rent near Nelson, MN from $825 (14 Rentals)

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property at 310 8th St N
$825

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$825

Total Monthly Price$825
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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310 8th St N

KerkhovenMN56252
property at 6445 132nd Ave NE
$988

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$988

Total Monthly Price$988
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Oct 1
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6445 132nd Ave NE

SpicerMN56288
property at 100 7th St NE
$1,025

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,025

Total Monthly Price$1,025
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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100 7th St NE, Unit 1

100 7th St NE
PerhamMN56573
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property at 606 1st Ave N
$1,025

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,025

Total Monthly Price$1,025
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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606 1st Ave N, Unit 7

606 1st Ave N
PerhamMN56573
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property at 625 Iowa Ave NE
$1,085

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,085

Total Monthly Price$1,085
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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625 Iowa Ave NE

StaplesMN56479
property at 24288 Marquette St
$1,100

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,100

Total Monthly Price$1,100
4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now

24288 Marquette St

Long PrairieMN56347

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property at 611 Jefferson St
$1,100

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,100

Total Monthly Price$1,100
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 16

611 Jefferson St

AlexandriaMN56308
property at 219 1st St NE
$1,100

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,100

Total Monthly Price$1,100
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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219 1st St NE

WadenaMN56482
property at 409 Atlantic Ave
$1,115

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,115

Total Monthly Price$1,115
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1

409 Atlantic Ave

MorrisMN56267
property at 1513 Jefferson St S
$1,150

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,150

Total Monthly Price$1,150
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1513 Jefferson St S

WadenaMN56482
property at 637 W Laurel St
$1,200

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,200

Total Monthly Price$1,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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637 W Laurel St

Fergus FallsMN56537
property at 1009 Shady Hollow Rd
$1,200

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,200

Total Monthly Price$1,200
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 10

1009 Shady Hollow Rd

PillagerMN56473

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Nelson, MN Local Guide

Best Value Homes for Rent in Nelson, MN and Nearby

As of September 22, 2026 the best value rental home in the Nelson area is the $0.71 price per square foot 716 2nd St NE Model at 716 2nd St NE starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Nelson rental home is the 5075 County Road 4 NE Model at 5075 County Road 4 NE starting at $1,700 with a $1.13 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nelson homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
716 2nd St NE716 2nd St NE4BR, 2BA$0.71
5075 County Road 4 NE5075 County Road 4 NE3BR, 1BA$1.13
210 9th Ave N210 9th Ave N2BR, 1BA$1.33
100 7th St NE, Unit 1100 7th St NE2BR, 1BA$1.03
606 1st Ave N, Unit 7606 1st Ave N2BR, 1BA$1.03
1049 13th St N1049 13th St N2BR, 1.5BA$1.18
1027 13th St N1027 13th St N3BR, 1.5BA$1.29
61 Central Ave N61 Central Ave N2BR, 1BA$1.56

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nelson

What type of rentals are currently available in Nelson?

There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Nelson, MN with pricing that ranges from $710 to $2,500. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Nelson ranging from $825 to $3,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Nelson?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Nelson ranges from $825 to $3,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,734.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Nelson?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Nelson range from $1,090 to $2,055, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,005 to $2,899. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,795.

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