
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Washington County, MN from $500 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Washington County.


Raymie Johnson Estates

Gentry Place Apartments

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Century Oaks Apartments

Arbor View Apartments

Autumn Hills Apartments

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Cedric's Landing

The Groves Apartments
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Woodmere Apartments

844 4th St SW

Oak Park Heights Apartments

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Minnehaha Manor

Newport Ponds

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Kilkenny Court

Woodland Park Apartments

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Griffin Court Apartments

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Bluestem

Pioneer Apartments

Park Place II Apartments

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207 Maple St

North Shore Apartments

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956 Place Apartments

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Headwaters Landing

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Washington County, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington County Studio Apartments | $1,379 | $975 | $2,068 |
| Washington County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $875 | $3,485 |
| Washington County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,108 | $975 | $4,280 |
| Washington County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,581 | $1,054 | $7,789 |
| Washington County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,650 | $3,650 | $3,650 |
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Cheapest Available Washington County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Washington County, MN is a Studio unit found at Gentry Place Apartments in the Battle Creek neighborhood priced from $950. Century Oaks Apartments in the Battle Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washington County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gentry Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Century Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| 844 4th St SW | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Autumn Hills Apartments | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| North Shore Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Arbor View Apartments | One Bedroom 6-01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Newport Ponds | 1 Bedroom 01A (650 sq. ft.) | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Kilkenny Court | One Bedroom 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,216 |
| Minnehaha Manor | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
| Woodland Park Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 2 bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,247 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington County, MN
As of March 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington County area is the $1.30 price per square foot The Luxe Model at Meridian at CityPlace in the in the Turnberry Heritage Townhomes neighborhood starting from $3,474. The second greatest value Washington County apartment is the St. Clair Model at Bentley Village starting at $2,995 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the Turnberry Heritage Townhomes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian at CityPlace | The Luxe | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.30 |
| Bentley Village | St. Clair | 3BR,3BA | $1.69 |
| Gateway Green Townhomes | Selma | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| Birchview Apartments | Geneva | 3BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Mill Pond Apartments | Astoria | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Greystone Apartments | Tahoe | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Woodland Park Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 2 bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Autumn Hills Apartments | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Fitzgerald Flats | Two Bedroom, One Bath, Tax Credit | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Westview Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath H | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Washington County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Washington County is under $1,247.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington County?
The cheapest apartment in Washington County is Gentry Place Apartments which is listed at $1,068, while the average apartment in Washington County costs $3,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Washington County?
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 39 regular apartments in Washington County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Washington County?
Cheap apartments in Washington County have an average cost of $250 which is $3,400 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington County.
Expert Rental Resources
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