Cheap Homes for Rent in Steele County, MN from $1,100 (4 Rentals)

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property at 144 Coolidge St

144 Coolidge St

OwatonnaMN55060

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Steele County, MN

As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Steele County area is the $1.04 price per square foot 119 W Broadway St Model at 119 W Broadway St, Unit 119.5 in the in the Downtown Owatonna neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Steele County apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at West Lake Meadows starting at $1,575 with a $1.50 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
119 W Broadway St, Unit 119.5119 W Broadway St3BR,1BA$1.04
West Lake Meadows2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.50
Park Plaza Apartments2B 999 sq.ft.2BR,1BA$1.40
The Pearl1 Bedroom 1 Bath and Den1BR,1BA$1.53
ASCEND1B Wabena1BR,1BA$1.81
Cedar View Apartments2575 1 BD/1 BA1BR,1BA$2.00
111 Vine ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.70

Frequently Asked Questions about Steele County

What type of rentals are currently available in Steele County?

There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Steele County, MN with pricing that ranges from $900 to $2,650. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Steele County ranging from $1,100 to $2,700.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Steele County ranges from $1,100 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,950.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.