Cheap Homes for Rent in Princeton, MN from $1,200 (12 Rentals)

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property at 490 3rd St S

$1,295

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$1,295

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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490 3rd St S

Waite ParkMN56387
property at 12654 Pond View Rd

$1,849

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$1,849

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$1,849

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 1

12654 Pond View Rd

ZimmermanMN55398
property at 591 William St

$1,895

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$1,895

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$1,895

3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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591 William St

Big LakeMN55309
property at 22167 156th St NW

$1,899

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$1,899

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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22167 156th St NW

Elk RiverMN55330
property at 603 William St

$1,925

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$1,925

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$1,925

3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

603 William St

Big LakeMN55309
property at 3901 9th Ln

$1,995

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$1,995

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4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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3901 9th Ln

AnokaMN55303

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property at 7224 147th Terrace NW

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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property at 11523 37th Ave SE

$2,000

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$2,000

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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11523 37th Ave SE

BeckerMN55308
property at 11525 37th Ave SE

$2,000

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$2,000

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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11525 37th Ave SE

BeckerMN55308
property at 11529 37th Ave SE

$2,000

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$2,000

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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11529 37th Ave SE

BeckerMN55308
property at 11527 37th Ave SE

$2,000

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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11527 37th Ave SE

BeckerMN55308
property at 860 Independence Dr

$2,000

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2 Bedroom Rentals

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860 Independence Dr

Big LakeMN55309

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Princeton, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Princeton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Princeton, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at River Garden Apartments in the Twin Lakes Estates neighborhood priced from $1,058. Isanti Village II in the Isanti Northern Suburbs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,115. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Princeton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Garden Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,058
Isanti Village IIOne Bedroom One Bathroom BLDG D1BR,1BA$1,115
Isanti Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom BLDG D1BR,1BA$1,115
Prairie VillageTwo Bedroom/ Two Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,160
Jackson Hills ApartmentsThe Bunker - CONTACT FOR AVAILABILITYStudio,1BA$1,189

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, MN and Nearby

As of April 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $1.60 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Apartment (Building B) Model at Park Brook Apartments in the in the Isanti Northern Suburbs neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Princeton apartment is the The Snowy Owl Model at Ashbury Residential Suites starting at $1,550 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Clemens Munsinger Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Princeton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park Brook Apartments2 Bedroom/2 Bath Apartment (Building B)2BR,2BA$1.60
Ashbury Residential SuitesThe Snowy Owl2BR,1BA$1.60
Lions Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom/ One Bath2BR,1BA$1.45
Station Street Apartments2 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.59
Prairie VillageTwo Bedroom/ Two Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.21
The 601 Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.61
Sherburne Park Estates2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
Princeton Residential Suites1 Bedroom H & I 3/4 Bath1BR,1BA$1.60
Northern Star Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.64
River Garden Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41

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Frequently Asked Questions about Princeton

What type of rentals are currently available in Princeton?

There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Princeton, MN with pricing that ranges from $920 to $2,494. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Princeton ranging from $1,295 to $7,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Princeton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Princeton ranges from $1,295 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,148.

Expert Rental Resources

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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.