
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Orono, MN from $800 (34 Rentals)
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Plymouth Colony

Christmas Lake Manor Apartments

Dockside Apartments on Lake Minnetonka

Wayzata Lake Apartments

Langdon Lake Apartments

Shoreline Place
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Bay Pointe Apartments

1885 Newport St, Unit 301

150 Wayzata Blvd E, Unit 10

725 Wayzata Blvd E, Unit 7

Lakecrest Apartments

Shorewood Place Apartments

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5285 Manchester Dr, Unit 105

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Wayzata Woods

Minnetonka Edgewater

110 Circle A Dr S, Unit 230
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Orono, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Orono?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Orono Studio Apartments | $1,133 | $1,000 | $1,275 |
Orono 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,659 | $1,070 | $3,200 |
Orono 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,884 | $1,185 | $7,552 |
Orono 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,673 | $1,350 | $9,395 |
Orono 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,232 | $3,114 | $3,350 |
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Cheapest Available Orono Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Orono, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Christmas Lake Manor Apartments in the Pinehurst neighborhood priced from $1,080. Dockside Apartments on Lake Minnetonka in the Outlying Hennepin Far Western Suburbs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,120. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Orono apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Christmas Lake Manor Apartments | One Bathroom/ One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Dockside Apartments on Lake Minnetonka | The Reflection | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
Langdon Lake Apartments | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Shoreline Place | 2 bedroom / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Lakecrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orono, MN and Nearby
As of July 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Orono area is the $1.03 price per square foot 5285 Manchester Dr Model at 5285 Manchester Dr, Unit 105 in the in the Wright Far Western Suburbs neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Orono apartment is the 382 Dexter Dr Model at 382 Dexter Dr, Unit 380 starting at $1,550 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Wright Far Western Suburbs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orono apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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5285 Manchester Dr, Unit 105 | 5285 Manchester Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
382 Dexter Dr, Unit 380 | 382 Dexter Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
110 Circle A Dr S, Unit 230 | 110 Circle A Dr S | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
1885 Newport St, Unit 301 | 1885 Newport St | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Langdon Lake Apartments | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
150 Wayzata Blvd E, Unit 10 | 150 Wayzata Blvd E | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
725 Wayzata Blvd E, Unit 7 | 725 Wayzata Blvd E | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Shoreline Place | 2 bedroom / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Dockside Apartments on Lake Minnetonka | The Reflection | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Christmas Lake Manor Apartments | One Bathroom/ One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Getting Around Orono, MN
Walk Score®
30 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Orono Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Orono Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Orono Apartment is $1,080 at Christmas Lake Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Orono Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Orono is starting from $1,200 at Shoreline Place.
What is the most affordable Orono Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Orono Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ironwood Townhomes and starts from $3,114.
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