
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Orono, MN from $800 (41 Rentals)
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Solace on Lake Minnetonka

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Bay Pointe Apartments

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Shoreline Place

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Christmas Lake Manor Apartments

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Dockside Apartments on Lake Minnetonka

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Plymouth Colony

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725 Wayzata Blvd E, Unit 7
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Lakecrest Village

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Langdon Lake Apartments

17210 25th Ave N

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Highcroft Manor

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Shorewood Place Apartments

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150 Wayzata Blvd E, Unit 10

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1885 Newport St, Unit 301

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Wayzata Lake Apartments
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Wayzata Woods

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110 Circle A Dr S

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5285 Manchester Dr, Unit 304

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Harbor District Apartments

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216 N Brown Rd, Unit 109

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Oakwood

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510 Wayzata Blvd E, Unit 1

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1078 E Circle Dr, Unit 3
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Morse Manor

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Minnetonka Edgewater

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5293 Manchester Dr

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orono Studio Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Orono 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $1,050 | $4,300 |
| Orono 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,843 | $1,059 | $9,575 |
| Orono 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,184 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Orono 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,980 | $2,750 | $3,295 |
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Cheapest Available Orono Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Orono, MN is a Studio unit found at Excelsior Manor in the Pinehurst neighborhood priced from $995. Bay Pointe in the Pinehurst neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,055. 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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| Excelsior Manor | Studio/1ba | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Bay Pointe | 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
| Shoreline Place | 2 bed / 1 ba | 2BR,1BA | $1,059 |
| Christmas Lake Manor Apartments | One Bathroom/ One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Dockside Apartments on Lake Minnetonka | The Reflection | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Plymouth Colony | One Bed Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Lakecrest Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Langdon Lake Apartments | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Highcroft Manor | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orono, MN and Nearby
As of March 23, 2026 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 304 in the in the Wright Far Western Suburbs neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Orono apartment is the 216 N Brown Rd Model at 216 N Brown Rd, Unit 109 starting at $1,450 with a $1.21 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 304 | 5285 Manchester Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 216 N Brown Rd, Unit 109 | 216 N Brown Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 510 Wayzata Blvd E, Unit 1 | 510 Wayzata Blvd E | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1078 E Circle Dr, Unit 3 | 1078 E Circle Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 110 Circle A Dr S | 110 Circle A Dr S | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 1885 Newport St, Unit 301 | 1885 Newport St | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Plymouth Colony | 2 Bed w/Laundry Remodelled | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.52 |
| Langdon Lake Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Shoreline Place | 2 bed / 1 ba (updated) | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Christmas Lake Manor Apartments | One Bathroom/ One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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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 $1,055 at Bay Pointe.
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 $1,059 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 Wayzata Lake Apartments and starts from $2,250.
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