
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Prior Lake Neighborhood of Prior Lake, MN from $900 (20 Rentals)
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Parkwood Apartments

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17073 Adelmann St SE

Kestrel Village Apartments

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16704 Brunswick Ave SE

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The Grainwood Senior Apartments

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Jeffers Waterfront Apartments

The Village at Five Hawks

Courtwood Village I

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16650 Brunswick Ave SE

16477 Timber Crest Dr SE

4175 Quaker Trail NE

McKenna Crossing (Senior 65+)

5114 Memorial Trl SE

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Downtown Prior Lake, Prior Lake, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Prior Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Prior Lake Studio Apartments | $1,203 | $1,065 | $1,294 |
| Downtown Prior Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $1,200 | $1,950 |
| Downtown Prior Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $1,395 | $2,252 |
| Downtown Prior Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,771 | $1,650 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Prior Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Prior Lake area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Parkwood Apartments priced from $1,065. Kestrel Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,287. Here are the most affordable Downtown Prior Lake apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Apartments | 1 and 2 bed | Studio, | $1,065 |
| Kestrel Village Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,287 |
| The Grainwood Senior Apartments | One Bedroom - B | 1BR,1BA | $1,413 |
| Jeffers Waterfront Apartments | The Cabin | 1BR,1BA | $1,480 |
| The Village at Five Hawks | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Prior Lake, MN
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Prior Lake area is the $1.47 price per square foot 3 bed 2 bath Model at Kestrel Village Apartments in the in the Downtown Prior Lake neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Downtown Prior Lake apartment is the 2 Bed/ 2 Bath Model at Courtwood Village 2 starting at $1,659 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Downtown Prior Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Prior Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kestrel Village Apartments | 3 bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Courtwood Village 2 | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Courtwood Village I | 2 Bed/1 Bath Model B | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| The Village at Five Hawks | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| The Grainwood Senior Apartments | One Bedroom - B | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 17073 Adelmann St SE | 17073 Adelmann St SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Jeffers Waterfront Apartments | The Cabin | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Prior Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Prior Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Prior Lake is The Grainwood Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,413, while the average apartment in Downtown Prior Lake costs $1,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Prior Lake?
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 9 regular apartments in Downtown Prior Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Prior Lake?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Prior Lake have an average cost of $456 which is $1,244 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Prior Lake.
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