
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Otsego, MN from $500 (53 Rentals)
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Rivers Edge Apartments

The Village of Otsego

16145 71st Ln NE

11177 77th St NE

Clear Sky

Elk River Lodge and Apartments

River Garden Apartments

Westwind Apartments

Ridgewood Manor Partnership
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Jackson Hills Apartments

Elk Crossing Apartments

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Dove Tree Apartments

The Delta Apartments

365 Baldwin Ave NW, Unit 206

365 Baldwin Ave NW, Unit 205

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The Dylan Apartments

Lions Park Apartments

Dove Terrace
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Fredrik

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The Preserve at Commerce

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Quest Apartments

Village at Town Center - St. Michael

11877 Frankfort Pkwy NE

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Evans Meadows

716 Jackson Ave NW

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Granite Shores

Kingston Crossings

Elk Ridge Manor
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Pullman Place Cooperative

Pineview Apartments

Elk Ridges Estates

Pheasant Ridge Apartments

School Place Apartments

Cottages of Albertville Senior Townhomes

Jackson Place

Elk Ridge Lodge

Lake Orono Estates

Town Center Townhomes
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12654 Pond View Rd

591 William St

721 Circle Dr

22167 156th St NW

9208 Golden Pond Ln N

603 William St

3901 9th Ln

7224 147th Terrace NW

860 Independence Dr

6788 Gingham Ct
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Otsego, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Otsego?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Otsego Studio Apartments | $1,242 | $895 | $1,670 |
| Cheap Otsego 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,532 | $556 | $1,945 |
| Cheap Otsego 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $848 | $2,309 |
| Cheap Otsego 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $818 | $2,750 |
| Cheap Otsego 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,987 | $1,987 | $1,987 |
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Cheapest Available Otsego Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Otsego, MN is a Studio unit found at Elk River Lodge and Apartments in the Twin Lakes Estates neighborhood priced from $845. River Garden Apartments in the Twin Lakes Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,058. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Otsego apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elk River Lodge and Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| River Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,058 |
| Jackson Hills Apartments | The Bunker - CONTACT FOR AVAILABILITY | Studio,1BA | $1,189 |
| Dove Tree Apartments | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Delta Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| Clear Sky | Sunrise | 2BR,1BA | $1,270 |
| Lake Orono Estates | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Dylan Apartments | Harmony Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,381 |
| Lions Park Apartments | Two Bedroom/ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Fredrik | Marlowe (A1) | Studio,1BA | $1,440 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Otsego, MN
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Otsego area is the $1.90 price per square foot D2 - Suttons Model at The Preserve at Albertville in the in the Meadow Pond neighborhood starting from $3,257. The second greatest value Otsego apartment is the 3 BR/2 BA fmr Model at Bedford Apartments starting at $1,830 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Meadow Pond neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Otsego apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preserve at Albertville | D2 - Suttons | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.90 |
| Bedford Apartments | 3 BR/2 BA fmr | 3BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Kingston Crossings | 2Bed - 2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Lions Park Apartments | Two Bedroom/ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Preserve at Commerce | Camelia | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Clear Sky | Sunrise | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Dove Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath B | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Lake Orono Estates | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| River Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Delta Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Otsego Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Otsego?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Otsego is at Elk River Lodge and Apartments listed at $845.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Otsego Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Otsego Apartment is $1,058 at River Garden Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Otsego Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Otsego is starting from $1,158 at River Garden Apartments.
What is the most affordable Otsego Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Otsego Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dove Tree Apartments and starts from $1,695.
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