
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stillwater, MN from $900 (24 Rentals)
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St. Croix Crossings Apartments

161 1st Ave N

119 Cimarron
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121 Cimarron

16 Cimarron

537 Meadow Ln

527 Meadow Ln

691 Cimarron

154 Cimarron

10 Bridgewater Trail

16724 Upper 5th St N
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Stillwater, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stillwater?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stillwater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $912 | $3,415 |
| Stillwater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,558 | $1,179 | $4,025 |
| Stillwater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,058 | $2,052 | $2,065 |
| Stillwater 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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Stillwater, MN Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Stillwater, MN
Pricing Updated: 06/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Stillwater, MN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Stillwater Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Stillwater | $2,058 | $912 | 1 |
| Settlers Glen | $2,700 | $912 | 2 |
| Washington Far Eastern Suburbs | $2,700 | $845 | 402 |
Cheapest Available Stillwater Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stillwater, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at St. Croix Crossings Apartments in the Settlers Glen neighborhood priced from $1,145. Rivertown Commons in the Settlers Glen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,801. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stillwater apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Croix Crossings Apartments | 1 Bedroom Updated | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Rivertown Commons | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,801 |
| Garley Farm | House | 4BR,3BA | $2,700 |
| Woodhelm Townhomes | Grove-A | 2BR,2BA | $3,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stillwater, MN
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stillwater area is the $1.04 price per square foot House Model at Garley Farm in the in the Settlers Glen neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Stillwater apartment is the Grove-A Model at Woodhelm Townhomes starting at $3,325 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Washington Far Eastern Suburbs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stillwater apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garley Farm | House | 4BR,3BA | $1.04 |
| Woodhelm Townhomes | Grove-A | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.82 |
| 463 5th Ave N, Unit #3 | 463 5th Ave N | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Rivertown Commons | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| St. Croix Crossings Apartments | 1 Bedroom Updated | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stillwater Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Stillwater?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 80 regular apartments in Stillwater that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.