
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Prior Lake, MN from $900 (17 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Prior Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prior Lake Studio Apartments | $1,400 | $1,377 | $1,423 |
| Prior Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $1,350 | $1,990 |
| Prior Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,958 | $1,287 | $2,455 |
| Prior Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,273 | $1,673 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Prior Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Prior Lake, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Kestrel Village Apartments in the Downtown Prior Lake neighborhood priced from $1,287. Lake Ridge Apartments in the Downtown Prior Lake neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,391. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Prior Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kestrel Village Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,287 |
| Lake Ridge Apartments | 0 Bed | 1 Bath (Studio) | Studio,1BA | $1,391 |
| Courtwood Village 2 | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| The Grainwood Senior Apartments | One Bedroom - L | 1BR,1BA | $1,413 |
| Elwood Apartment Homes | Fern | 1BR,1BA | $1,482 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prior Lake, MN
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Prior Lake area is the $1.26 price per square foot Three Bedroom B Model at Core Crossings Apartments in the in the Riverside Fields neighborhood starting from $1,588. The second greatest value Prior Lake apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Creekside Commons Apartments starting at $1,649 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Downtown Prior Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Prior Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core Crossings Apartments | Three Bedroom B | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Creekside Commons Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Kestrel Village Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Reside | Robin (1-1) | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Courtwood Village 2 | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Elwood Apartment Homes | Nyquist | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| TRIO @ southbridge | One Bedroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| The Grainwood Senior Apartments | One Bedroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Jeffers Waterfront Apartments | The Galley ADA | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| The Murphy | The Cavallo | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Prior Lake Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Prior Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Prior Lake Apartment is $1,399 at Courtwood Village 2.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Prior Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Prior Lake is starting from $1,287 at Kestrel Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Prior Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Prior Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Core Crossings Apartments and starts from $1,588.
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