
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wadena, MN from $400 (60 Rentals)
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Wadena Square Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

815 5th Ave S

North Valley Apartments

Central Lakes

Oakcrest Manor Apartments

McKay Apartments

McCarthy Apartments

Bonneywoode Arms Apartments
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Twenty08 Apartments

Parkview Housing

10th Avenue Apartments

Water Station Apartments

Park South Apartments

Sunridge Apartments

Cascade Apartments

Westfield Apartments

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Trailside Apartments - 55+ Community

Pelican Heights Apartments
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Somerset Apartments

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Granite Manor/Runestone

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Pheasant Run

Meadows Edge Apartments

Lincoln Apartments

East Side Stories Apartments

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Hillside Apartments

Clearwater Estates

Colonial Court
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Broadway Garden Estates

Park and 3rd Lofts

1223 5th Ave E

Silver Birch

Page House

Osakis Community Manor

Silverleaf Apartments

KMA - Highland Terrace Apartments

Scandia Village I, II, and III
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Marigold Apartments

Finlandia Apartments

Village Green Apartments

Willow Square

Greenleaf Apartments

Heritage Manor

1504 & 1508 Jefferson St

Sebeka Housing

Park Rapids Apartments

Eastwood Apartments
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Wadena, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wadena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wadena Studio Apartments | $1,178 | $775 | $1,385 |
| Wadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,373 | $710 | $2,495 |
| Wadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $794 | $2,904 |
| Wadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $1,190 | $2,320 |
| Wadena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $1,795 | $2,155 |
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Cheapest Available Wadena Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wadena, MN is a Studio unit found at North Valley Apartments priced from $700. Oakcrest Manor Apartments in the Downtown Brainerd neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $727. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wadena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Valley Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Oakcrest Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $727 |
| McCarthy Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $794 |
| Bonneywoode Arms Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Twenty08 Apartments | A.1 TIF | Studio,1BA | $820 |
| 10th Avenue Apartments | 1873 - Studio/1BA | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Cascade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
| Trailside Apartments - 55+ Community | COWDREY STUDIO - AVAILABLE FALL 2026! | Studio,1BA | $923 |
| McKay Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Lincoln Apartments | Lincoln Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wadena, MN and Nearby
As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wadena area is the $1.04 price per square foot 3Bedroom/1Bath Model at 1223 5th Ave E in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Wadena apartment is the 2 Bedrooms, 2 full, 4727 Arbor Xing SE Model at Granite Manor/Runestone starting at $1,553 with a $1.47 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Wadena apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1223 5th Ave E | 3Bedroom/1Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Granite Manor/Runestone | 2 Bedrooms, 2 full, 4727 Arbor Xing SE | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Westfield Apartments | 2 bed 2 bath Bld 1&2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Broadway Garden Estates | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Berrywood Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| McCarthy Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Parkview Housing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| McKay Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Cascade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Oakcrest Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wadena Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wadena?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wadena is at North Valley Apartments listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wadena Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wadena Apartment is $727 at Oakcrest Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wadena Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wadena is starting from $794 at McCarthy Apartments.
What is the most affordable Wadena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wadena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1223 5th Ave E and starts from $1,200.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.