
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Steele County, MN from $400 (17 Rentals)
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Steele County, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Steele County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steele County Studio Apartments | $999 | $575 | $1,135 |
| Steele County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,308 | $950 | $1,640 |
| Steele County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,391 | $1,055 | $2,415 |
| Steele County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $1,625 | $1,895 |
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Cheapest Available Steele County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Steele County, MN is a Studio unit found at Cedar View Apartments in the Downtown Owatonna neighborhood priced from $1,095. Park Village 1 and Park Village 2 in the Downtown Owatonna neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Steele County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar View Apartments | 2575 Studio - 1st Floor | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Park Village 1 and Park Village 2 | pkv2250 2bd/1ba | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Clifton Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| ASCEND | 1B Wabena | 1BR,1BA | $1,490 |
| West Lake Meadows | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,540 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Steele County, MN
As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Steele County area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3 Bedroom - 236 Model at Lincoln Square Apartments in the in the Downtown Owatonna neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Steele County apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Corner Model at West Lake Meadows starting at $1,725 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Downtown Owatonna neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Steele County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Square Apartments | 3 Bedroom - 236 | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| West Lake Meadows | 2 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Clifton Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Park Village 1 and Park Village 2 | pkv114 2bd/1ba Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| ASCEND | 1B Wabena | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Cedar View Apartments | 2575 Studio - 1st Floor | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 919 N Elm Ave, Unit D | 919 N Elm Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.92 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Steele County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Steele County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Steele County Apartment is $1,200 at Park Village 1 and Park Village 2.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Steele County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Steele County is starting from $1,200 at Park Village 1 and Park Village 2.
What is the most affordable Steele County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Steele County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Square Apartments and starts from $1,325.
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