
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ottertail, MN from $400 (61 Rentals)
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Colonial Village Apartments

McKay Apartments

Pelican Rapids Townhomes

McCarthy Apartments

Twenty08 Apartments

Parkview Housing

10th Avenue Apartments
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Broadway Apartments

The Colony

Sunridge Apartments

Legacy Trail Apartments

Cascade Apartments

River Bluff Apartments

Central Lakes

Pelican Heights Apartments

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Trailside Apartments

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Pheasant Run

Meadows Edge Apartments

Stetson Village Apartments

Granite Manor/Runestone

Lincoln Apartments

Water Station Apartments

Colonial Court

Hillside Apartments

East Side Stories Apartments
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Silver Birch

Page House

Goldenwood

Silverleaf Apartments

KMA - Highland Terrace Apartments

Scandia Village I, II, and III

Marigold Apartments

Finlandia Apartments

Village Green Apartments

Willow Square
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Greenleaf Apartments

Aspen Green II

1605 7th St N

Heritage Manor

1504 & 1508 Jefferson St

Sebeka Housing

Park Rapids Apartments

Riverside Apartments

1627 7th St N

1606 8th St N
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Ottertail, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ottertail?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottertail Studio Apartments | $996 | $695 | $1,295 |
| Ottertail 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $710 | $1,868 |
| Ottertail 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,420 | $755 | $2,819 |
| Ottertail 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $885 | $1,995 |
| Ottertail 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $1,270 | $2,095 |
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Cheapest Available Ottertail Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ottertail, MN is a Studio unit found at Riverside Apartments priced from $695. North Valley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ottertail apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Apartments | 911 studios | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| North Valley Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Pelican Rapids Townhomes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $785 |
| Twenty08 Apartments | A.1 TIF | Studio,1BA | $820 |
| 10th Avenue Apartments | 1873 - Studio/1BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Cascade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
| Spruce Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | Laurel Place | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| McKay Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Central Lakes | B.2 (Handicap accessible) | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Colonial Village Apartments | Colonial: 2 Bedroom Apt | 2BR,1BA | $940 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ottertail, MN and Nearby
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ottertail area is the $0.56 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Pelican Rapids Townhomes in the starting from $885. The second greatest value Ottertail apartment is the Mason Model at JP Place starting at $1,525 with a $1.31 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ottertail apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pelican Rapids Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.56 |
| JP Place | Mason | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Campus View Historic Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Central Lakes | C.1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Spruce Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | Laurel Place | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| East Side Stories Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Colonial Village Apartments | Colonial: 2 Bedroom Apt | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| McKay Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Cascade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Lakewood Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ottertail Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ottertail?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ottertail is at Riverside Apartments listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ottertail Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ottertail Apartment is $815 at North Valley Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ottertail Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ottertail is starting from $785 at Pelican Rapids Townhomes.
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