
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rice County, MN from $500 (6 Rentals)
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603 1st St SW

Southgate Village
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Southgate Village

Hidden Valley Road

Summerfield Apartments
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Rice County, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rice County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice County Studio Apartments | $1,162 | $750 | $1,475 |
| Rice County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,293 | $800 | $1,925 |
| Rice County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,488 | $952 | $2,100 |
| Rice County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $1,350 | $2,250 |
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Cheapest Available Rice County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rice County, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodridge Apartments in the Green Meadows neighborhood priced from $910. Northfield Estates in the Wood Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $952. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rice County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodridge Apartments | ** COMING SOON ** Surround yourself with nature. | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Northfield Estates | COMING SOON | 2BR,1BA | $952 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | Cozy One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rice County, MN
As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rice County area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath + Den Model at Straight River Apartments, LLC in the in the Downtown Faribault neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Rice County apartment is the 3 bedroom 2 bathroom Model at Trails Edge Apartments LLC starting at $1,695 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Downtown Faribault neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rice County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight River Apartments, LLC | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath + Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Trails Edge Apartments LLC | 3 bedroom 2 bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| River Trail 901 | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Heritage Bluff Apartments LLC | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Hidden Valley Apartments | ** COMING SOON ** | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| PARKWAY TOWNHOUSES | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| Hillside Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Northfield Estates | COMING SOON | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Riverview Manor | 1 BD 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Woodridge Apartments | ** COMING SOON ** Surround yourself with nature. | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rice County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rice County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rice County Apartment is $910 at Woodridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rice County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rice County is starting from $952 at Northfield Estates.
What is the most affordable Rice County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rice County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Four Seasons Apartments and starts from $1,350.
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