
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grainwood Neighborhood of Prior Lake, MN from $900 (14 Rentals)
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Courtwood Village I

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Grainwood, Prior Lake, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Grainwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grainwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $1,385 | $1,900 |
| Grainwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,817 | $1,399 | $2,455 |
| Grainwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,137 | $1,673 | $2,770 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Grainwood Neighborhood of Prior Lake, MN.
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Cheapest Available Grainwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Grainwood area of Minneapolis, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Kestrel Village Apartments priced from $1,287. Courtwood Village 2 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here are the most affordable Grainwood apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kestrel Village Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,287 |
| Courtwood Village 2 | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Lake Ridge Apartments | 0 Bed | 1 Bath (Studio) | Studio,1BA | $1,411 |
| The Grainwood Senior Apartments | One Bedroom - L | 1BR,1BA | $1,413 |
| Jeffers Waterfront Apartments | The Galley ADA | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grainwood, MN
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Grainwood area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Creekside Commons Apartments in the in the Downtown Prior Lake neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Grainwood apartment is the 2 bed 1 bath Model at Kestrel Village Apartments starting at $1,287 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Downtown Prior Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grainwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Commons Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Kestrel Village Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Courtwood Village 2 | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Grainwood Senior Apartments | One Bedroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Jeffers Waterfront Apartments | The Galley ADA | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Lake Ridge Apartments | 0 Bed | 1 Bath (Studio) | Studio ,1BA | $2.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Grainwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Grainwood?
The cheapest apartment in Grainwood is Courtwood Village 2 which is listed at $1,399, while the average apartment in Grainwood costs $1,972.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Grainwood?
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 10 regular apartments in Grainwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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