Cheap Homes for Rent in Stearns County, MN from $400 (29 Rentals)

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property at 815 5th Ave S

$400

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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815 5th Ave S

St. CloudMN56301

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property at 221 E James St

$1,095

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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221 E James St

PaynesvilleMN56362

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property at 490 3rd St S

$1,295

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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490 3rd St S

Waite ParkMN56387
property at 685 Roberts Rd

$1,300

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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685 Roberts Rd

SartellMN56377

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Cheapest Available Stearns County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Stearns County, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ Apartments priced from $747. Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior in the Wilson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stearns County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$747
Riverside Apartments 55+ SeniorOne Bedroom/ One Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Bright River Estates1B1B1BR,1BA$764
Westfield Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$765
Waite Park CrossingOne bedroom + One bathroom1BR,1BA$795
Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC1 bedroom1BR,1BA$795
Covington Place Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath Den1BR,1BA$820
Saint Cloud TerraceOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stearns County, MN

As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stearns County area is the $0.88 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Natures Edge Apartments in the in the Clemens Munsinger Gardens neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Stearns County apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Middletown I Apartments starting at $1,095 with a $0.97 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Stearns County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Natures Edge Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.88
Middletown I Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.97
Ivy Apartments4 Bed4BR,2BA$1.00
Hillside Apartments1st floor2BR,1BA$0.98
Westwood VillageTwo bedroom/ One bathroom2BR,1BA$1.02
Covington Place Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath Den1BR,1BA$0.91
30 Maple St NEUpper2BR,1BA$1.03
Anchor Pointe ApartmentsSecond Floor Apartment2BR,1BA$1.02
Waite Park CrossingOne bedroom + One bathroom1BR,1BA$1.06
Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00

Frequently Asked Questions about Stearns County

What type of rentals are currently available in Stearns County?

There are currently 458 Apartments for Rent in Stearns County, MN with pricing that ranges from $310 to $9,500. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Stearns County ranging from $400 to $2,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Stearns County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Stearns County ranges from $400 to $2,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,665.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Stearns County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Stearns County range from $420 to $2,991, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,259 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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