Cheap Homes for Rent in Stearns County, MN from $400 (13 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Stearns County.

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
property at 134 21st Ave N

$795

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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134 21st Ave N

St. CloudMN56303

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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

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
Westfield Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$765
Stearnsway Apartments1B/1B1BR,1BA$780
Washington Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$790

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stearns County, MN

As of April 06, 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 East Saint Cloud neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Stearns County apartment is the 4 Bed Model at Ivy Apartments starting at $1,095 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Pantown neighborhood. 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
Ivy Apartments4 Bed4BR,2BA$1.00
Waite Park CrossingTwo bedroom + One bathroom B2BR,1BA$0.87
Driftwood Apartments2B/1B2BR,1BA$0.99
Westwood VillageTwo bedroom/ One bathroom2BR,1BA$1.02
Covington Place Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath Den1BR,1BA$0.91
Birchwood Apartment Homes2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.08
Oak Ridge Manor Senior 62+ ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
Sandwood Apartments1 BD - 1 BA (+ Balcony/Patio)1BR,1BA$1.10
Sandwood Apartments1 BD - 1 BA (+ Balcony/Patio)1BR,1BA$1.10

Frequently Asked Questions about Stearns County

What type of rentals are currently available in Stearns County?

There are currently 473 Apartments for Rent in Stearns County, MN with pricing that ranges from $420 to $9,500. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Stearns County ranging from $400 to $2,900.

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 $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,723.

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 $1,439 to $2,195. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,900 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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