
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Washington County, MN from $500 (56 Rentals)
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Raymie Johnson Estates

Gentry Place Apartments

Arbor View Apartments

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Century Oaks Apartments

228 William St N

Autumn Hills Apartments

Brick Pond Apartments

The Groves Apartments

670 4th St
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1340 8th Ave, Unit 7

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Woodmere Apartments

Forest Parks II Apartments

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Lily Lake Terrace

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956 Place Apartments

Oak Park Heights Apartments

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Minnehaha Manor

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Alpine Apartments

Arbor Ridge Luxury Apartments

1660 10th Ave
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Encore Apartments

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Newport Ponds

Newport Commons

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Cedric's Landing

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Kilkenny Court

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Eastgate Apartments

Cottages of Aspen

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The Oakmark

650 4th St

Westview Apartments
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Pioneer Apartments

Bluestem

Park Place II Apartments

Mark Court Apartments

Piccadilly Square 62+ Senior Living

Ridgecrest Apartments

Waterford Townhomes

Cypress Senior Living Apartments

Timber Ridge North & South Buildings

10 Pointe Apartments
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Orleans Homes in Stillwater

844 4th St SW

Rosemary Apartments

Woodmount Townhomes

St. Croix Crossings Apartments

Green Twig Villas - A 55 Plus Community

207 Maple St

Orville Commons

North Shore Apartments

Oakdale Commons - 55+
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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 | $1,422 | $975 | $2,220 |
| Washington County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,674 | $875 | $3,415 |
| Washington County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,062 | $975 | $3,589 |
| Washington County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,742 | $1,054 | $7,789 |
| Washington County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,447 | $2,500 | $4,000 |
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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 Bluestem in the Silverwood neighborhood priced from $691. Mark Court Apartments in the Newport neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $823. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Washington County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluestem | Prairie Rose - Studio | Studio,1BA | $691 |
| Mark Court Apartments | 1-Bed A | Studio,1BA | $823 |
| Gentry Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Arbor View Apartments | One Bedroom 4-01 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Century Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| 956 Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Autumn Hills Apartments | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Minnehaha Manor | Aspen | Studio,1BA | $1,154 |
| Orville Commons | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,184 |
| Oakdale Commons - 55+ | Northern Red Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington County, MN
As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington County area is the $1.50 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Hinton Heights in the in the Silverwood neighborhood starting from $1,963. The second greatest value Washington County apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 bathdrooms Town Home Model at Woodland Park Apartments starting at $1,513 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Silverwood 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hinton Heights | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Woodland Park Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 bathdrooms Town Home | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Fitzgerald Flats | Three Bedroom, Two Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Springwood Apartments | Bellevue | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Heritage Heights Apartments | Geneva | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Greystone Apartments | Tahoe | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 1575 11th Ave, Unit 3 bedroom 2 bathrooms | 1575 11th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Autumn Hills Apartments | Birch | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Red Rock Square III | Mast | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Mark Court Apartments | 1-Bed A | Studio ,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 $1,205.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington County?
The cheapest apartment in Washington County is Bluestem which is listed at $811, while the average apartment in Washington County costs $1,848.
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 52 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 $262 which is $1,586 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington County.
Expert Rental Resources
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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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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