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

The Village at Five Hawks

Courtwood Village I

Hearthwood Apartments

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Creekside Commons Apartments

3611 Crystal Bay Ln NW
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16615 Five Hawks Ave SE

Garden Court

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Lake Ridge Apartments

Pike Lake Marsh

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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 | $1,557 | $1,345 | $1,689 |
| Grainwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,726 | $1,549 | $2,469 |
| Grainwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $1,899 | $2,194 |
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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 Studio unit found at Lake Ridge Apartments priced from $1,372. Pike Lake Marsh has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,380. Here are the most affordable Grainwood apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Ridge Apartments | 0 Bed | 1 Bath (Studio) | Studio,1BA | $1,372 |
| Pike Lake Marsh | C2 Type B | 2BR,2BA | $1,380 |
| Courtwood Village 2 | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| The Grainwood Senior Apartments | One Bedroom - L | 1BR,1BA | $1,413 |
| Jeffers Waterfront Apartments | The Pier | 1BR,1BA | $1,594 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grainwood, MN
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Grainwood area is the $1.34 price per square foot C2 Model at Pike Lake Marsh in the in the Downtown Prior Lake neighborhood starting from $1,380. The second greatest value Grainwood apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Creekside Commons Apartments starting at $1,611 with a $1.59 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pike Lake Marsh | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Creekside Commons Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 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 Pier | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Lake Ridge Apartments | 0 Bed | 1 Bath (Studio) | Studio ,1BA | $2.40 |
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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 $1,935.
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 9 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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