
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wadena, MN from $400 (59 Rentals)
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Greenwood

Wadena Square Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

815 5th Ave S

North Valley Apartments

Oakcrest Manor Apartments

Park Rapids Apartments

McKay Apartments

McCarthy Apartments
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Bonneywoode Arms Apartments

Twenty08 Apartments

Parkview Housing

1234 28th St SE

Sunridge Apartments

Cascade Apartments

10th Avenue Apartments

Central Lakes

Pelican Heights Apartments

Somerset Apartments
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Pheasant Run Apartments

Meadows Edge Apartments

Granite Manor/Runestone

Lincoln Apartments

Water Station Apartments

Hillside Apartments

Colonial Court

East Side Stories Apartments

Lakewood Apartments

Clearwater Estates
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Trailside Apartments - 55+ Community

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Westfield Apartments

Broadway Garden Estates

526 W Bancroft Ave

2nd Ave Apartments

Silver Birch

Page House

Osakis Community Manor

Silverleaf Apartments
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KMA - Highland Terrace Apartments

Scandia Village I, II, and III

Marigold Apartments

Finlandia Apartments

Village Green Apartments

Willow Square

Greenleaf Apartments

1005 S 6th St

Heritage Manor

1504 & 1508 Jefferson St
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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 | $1,140 | $775 | $1,385 |
| Wadena 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $727 | $2,495 |
| Wadena 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $794 | $2,819 |
| Wadena 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $1,006 | $2,320 |
| Wadena 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,994 | $1,193 | $2,095 |
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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 |
| Bonneywoode Arms Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Twenty08 Apartments | A.1 TIF | Studio,1BA | $820 |
| Cascade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
| 10th Avenue Apartments | 1964 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $921 |
| Pelican Heights Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Lincoln Apartments | Lincoln Apartments | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Lakewood Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wadena, MN and Nearby
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wadena area is the $1.35 price per square foot C.3 Model at Central Lakes in the starting from $1,493. The second greatest value Wadena apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Marsh Run Townhomes starting at $1,399 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Downtown Brainerd neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Lakes | C.3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Marsh Run Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| East Side Stories Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Legacy of Alexandria | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Westfield Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Bld 1&2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Cascade Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Lakewood Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Pelican Heights Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Oakcrest Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 131 Shady Lane Dr, Unit #101 | 131 Shady Lane Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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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 $795 at Bonneywoode Arms Apartments.
What is the most affordable Wadena Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wadena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 10th Avenue Apartments and starts from $1,650.
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