
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Staples, MN from $400 (56 Rentals)
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Stapleton

Staples Square Apartments

Frontier Towhomes

Pine Crest Townhomes

815 5th Ave S

Oakcrest Manor Apartments

McKay Apartments

McCarthy Apartments

Bonneywoode Arms Apartments
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Twenty08 Apartments

Parkview Housing

10th Avenue Apartments

Town & Country

Trail Ridge

Berrywood Apartments

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Trailside Apartments

Lakewood Apartments

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Pheasant Run

318 14th Ave E, Unit B
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East Side Stories Apartments

Colonial Court

Hillside Apartments

Granite Manor/Runestone

Lincoln Apartments

Water Station Apartments

Clearwater Estates

Lofts on Novotny Apartment Homes

Broadway Garden Estates

2nd Ave Apartments
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Central Lakes

The Flats on 14th

Osakis Community Manor

KMA - Highland Terrace Apartments

Scandia Village I, II, and III

Finlandia Apartments

Village Green Apartments

Willow Square

Greenleaf Apartments

Avonlea Apartments
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Heritage Manor

Sebeka Housing

1504 & 1508 Jefferson St

Park Rapids Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

Crosby Country Apartments

Eastwood Apartments

519 14th St S

608 Pleasant Ave S

1320 Oak St
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Staples, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Staples?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staples Studio Apartments | $1,063 | $775 | $1,385 |
| Staples 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,239 | $645 | $2,495 |
| Staples 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $794 | $2,819 |
| Staples 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $1,020 | $2,320 |
| Staples 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,013 | $1,850 | $2,095 |
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Cheapest Available Staples Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Staples, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakcrest Manor Apartments in the Downtown Brainerd neighborhood priced from $727. Bonneywoode Arms Apartments in the Downtown Brainerd neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Staples apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakcrest Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $727 |
| Bonneywoode Arms Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Twenty08 Apartments | A.1 TIF | Studio,1BA | $820 |
| 10th Avenue Apartments | 1873 - Studio/1BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Crosby Country Apartments | Studio Large | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| McKay Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Trailside Apartments | ? COWDREY STUDIO AVAILABLE JUNE 2026! | Studio,1BA | $938 |
| Lakewood Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Town & Country | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Hillside Apartments | 1825 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Staples, MN and Nearby
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Staples area is the $0.78 price per square foot 3 bedroom Model at Trail Ridge in the in the Downtown Brainerd neighborhood starting from $1,020. The second greatest value Staples apartment is the Mason Model at JP Place starting at $1,525 with a $1.31 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Staples apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trail Ridge | 3 bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.78 |
| JP Place | Mason | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Town & Country | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Mainstreeter Apartment Homes | 2B2B A | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| East Side Stories Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Legacy of Alexandria | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Central Lakes | B.4 (Plus Den) | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| McKay Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Lakewood Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Oakcrest Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Best Local Schools in Staples, MN
Staples-Motley Senior High
Motley-Staples Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Staples Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Staples?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Staples is at Twenty08 Apartments listed at $820.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Staples Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Staples Apartment is $727 at Oakcrest Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Staples Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Staples is starting from $795 at Bonneywoode Arms Apartments.
What is the most affordable Staples Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Staples Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trail Ridge and starts from $1,020.
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