
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Shafer, MN from $900 (55 Rentals)
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Autumn Hills Apartments

Chauncey Barett Gardens "After 55 Community"

Forest Parks II Apartments

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956 Place Apartments

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Alpine Apartments

Arbor Ridge Luxury Apartments

Oakridge Apartments

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Chisago Lake Apartments

Olinda Trail Apartments
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Ashwood Birchwood Apartments

Westview Apartments

Timber Ridge

Arbor West Apartments

Sarah Lane Court

Cascade Falls

Latitude 45

Mill City Flats
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Gateway Green Apartments

Stonebridge Apartments

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Encore Apartments

Archway Residences

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Legacy Pointe Apartments

Fitzgerald Flats

JACK PINE PLACE APARTMENTS

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Springwood Apartments

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Mill Pond Apartments

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Forest Creek Estates
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Greystone Apartments

Liberty Villas

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Birchview Apartments

FOSTER PLACE

West 5th Townhomes

Birch Street Townhomes

Taylors Falls Villas

844 4th St SW

North Shore Apartments

Rush Riverview Apartments
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Headwaters Landing

128 S Washington St

Alpine Apartments

Kestrel Meadows Townhomes

660 Circle Pine Dr

161 1st Ave N

1657 Gunston Dr

1582 Gunston Dr

337 Williamsburg Pl

1611 Gunston Dr
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Shafer, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shafer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shafer Studio Apartments | $1,331 | $981 | $2,220 |
| Shafer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $1,020 | $3,365 |
| Shafer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $1,140 | $4,065 |
| Shafer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,953 | $1,260 | $2,800 |
| Shafer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Shafer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shafer, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Chauncey Barett Gardens "After 55 Community" in the Victor Gardens neighborhood priced from $1,049. Arbor View Apartments in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shafer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chauncey Barett Gardens "After 55 Community" | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Arbor View Apartments | One Bedroom 1-01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| 956 Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Autumn Hills Apartments | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Oakridge Apartments | Wonderful 2BR in Peaceful Location 30 minutes f... | 2BR,1BA | $1,237 |
| Chisago Lake Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment B | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Olinda Trail Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Beebe Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Alpine Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| Westview Apartments | Two Bedroom G | 2BR,2BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shafer, MN and Nearby
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shafer area is the $1.28 price per square foot Three Bedroom, Two Bedroom Model at Fitzgerald Flats in the in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood starting from $1,560. The second greatest value Shafer apartment is the Laguna Model at Legacy Pointe Apartments starting at $1,778 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shafer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Fitzgerald Flats | Three Bedroom, Two Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Legacy Pointe Apartments | Laguna | 3BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Mill Pond Apartments | Astoria | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Beebe Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Autumn Hills Apartments | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Oakridge Apartments | Wonderful 3BR Available at Oakridge Apartments!... | 3BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Sarah Lane Court | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Falcon Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment A | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Westview Apartments | Two Bedroom + Den | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Chauncey Barett Gardens "After 55 Community" | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shafer Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shafer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shafer Apartment is $1,049 at Chauncey Barett Gardens "After 55 Community".
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shafer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shafer is starting from $1,140 at Autumn Hills Apartments.
What is the most affordable Shafer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shafer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakridge Apartments and starts from $1,547.
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