
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Staples, MN from $400 (54 Rentals)
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Stapleton

Staples Square Apartments

Frontier Towhomes

Pine Crest Townhomes

911 2nd Ave NE

815 5th Ave S

Central Lakes

Oakcrest Manor Apartments

McKay Apartments
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McCarthy Apartments

Bonneywoode Arms Apartments

Twenty08 Apartments

Parkview Housing

10th Avenue Apartments

Town & Country

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Trailside Apartments - 55+ Community

Lakewood Apartments

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Pheasant Run

Granite Manor/Runestone
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Lincoln Apartments

Water Station Apartments

Hillside Apartments

East Side Stories Apartments

Berrywood Apartments

Clearwater Estates

Colonial Court

Lofts on Novotny Apartment Homes

Broadway Garden Estates

Park and 3rd Lofts
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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

Heritage Manor
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1504 & 1508 Jefferson St

Sebeka Housing

Park Rapids Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

Crosby Country Apartments

Eastwood Apartments

17193 Lisa Ct

216 5th St SW

17 3rd Ave NE

921 4th Ave NE
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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 | $1,163 | $775 | $1,385 |
| Staples 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $660 | $2,495 |
| Staples 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,523 | $794 | $2,919 |
| Staples 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,772 | $1,270 | $2,320 |
| Staples 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,795 | $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. McCarthy Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $794. 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 |
| McCarthy Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $794 |
| Bonneywoode Arms Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Crosby Country Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Twenty08 Apartments | A.1 TIF | Studio,1BA | $820 |
| 10th Avenue Apartments | 1873 - Studio/1BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| McKay Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Trailside Apartments - 55+ Community | COWDREY STUDIO - AVAILABLE FALL 2026! | Studio,1BA | $938 |
| Town & Country | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Lincoln Apartments | Lincoln Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Staples, MN and Nearby
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Staples area is the $1.16 price per square foot 3B2B Model at Pheasant Run in the starting from $1,394. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pheasant Run | 3B2B | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| JP Place | Mason | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Town & Country | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Broadway Garden Estates | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Lakewood Apartments | 2 BD/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Legacy of Alexandria | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| McCarthy Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Parkview Housing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| McKay Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Oakcrest Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Best Local Schools in Staples, MN
Staples-Motley Senior High 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 $794 at McCarthy Apartments.
What is the most affordable Staples Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Staples Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pheasant Run and starts from $1,394.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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