
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Owatonna, MN from $800 (25 Rentals)
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Clifton Apartments

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111 Vine Apartments

1208 3rd Ave NE

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West Lake Meadows

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South Pointe II Apartments

Coopers Court

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139 W Front St, Unit 139 1/2 W. Front St.
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216 Front St

815 11th Ave SW
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508 11th Ave SW

132 Broadway

1312-1311 11th Ave NW
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1306 9th Ave SW

1207 9th St NE

1003 Lincoln Ave

709 13th St NE
Owatonna, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Owatonna?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Owatonna Studio Apartments | $1,151 | $1,105 | $1,175 |
Owatonna 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $990 | $1,665 |
Owatonna 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $1,055 | $2,690 |
Owatonna 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,785 | $1,675 | $1,895 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Owatonna, MN
Pricing Updated: 09/07/2025Current apartment rentals in the Owatonna, MN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Owatonna Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Owatonna | $1,785 | $990 | 19 |
Cheapest Available Owatonna Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Owatonna, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Park Village 1 and Park Village 2 in the Downtown Owatonna neighborhood priced from $1,200. Coopers Court in the Downtown Owatonna neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Owatonna apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Park Village 1 and Park Village 2 | pkv114 2bd/1ba Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Coopers Court | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Cedar View Apartments | 2575 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
ASCEND | 1B Wabena | 1BR,1BA | $1,540 |
West Lake Meadows | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,590 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Owatonna, MN and Nearby
As of September 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Owatonna area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Corner Model at West Lake Meadows in the in the Downtown Owatonna neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value Owatonna apartment is the 321 Allan Ave Model at 321 Allan Ave, Unit 321 starting at $1,250 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Downtown Owatonna neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Owatonna apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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West Lake Meadows | 2 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
321 Allan Ave, Unit 321 | 321 Allan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Park Village 1 and Park Village 2 | pkv114 2bd/1ba Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
ASCEND | 1B Wabena | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
Coopers Court | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Cedar View Apartments | 2575 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Getting Around Owatonna, MN
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Owatonna Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Owatonna?
The cheapest apartment in Owatonna is Cedar View Apartments which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in Owatonna costs $1,785.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Owatonna?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Owatonna that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
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