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240 E Rice St

815 N 4th St

101 Elm St

730 N Broad St

51 Viking Terrace
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319 E Main St

960 N 3rd St

340 Webster Ave

242 Belgrade Ave

725 N 6th St

306 Louva Ln
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Waterville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,596 | $1,025 | $2,010 |
| Waterville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,646 | $1,150 | $2,395 |
| Waterville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,055 | $1,324 | $2,995 |
| Waterville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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Cheapest Available Waterville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waterville, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at F and H Apartments priced from $825. Village Place Apartments of Mankato in the University neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waterville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| F and H Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Village Place Apartments of Mankato | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | Cozy One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Town's Edge Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
| Hillside Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterville, MN and Nearby
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterville area is the $1.13 price per square foot Fox Run Townhomes Model at Fox Run Townhomes in the in the City Center Mankato neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Waterville apartment is the 3 bedroom 2 bathroom Model at Trails Edge Apartments LLC starting at $1,695 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Downtown Faribault neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Run Townhomes | Fox Run Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
| Trails Edge Apartments LLC | 3 bedroom 2 bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Apartments on Mound | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| South Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Cardinal Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | 2B 999 sq.ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Heritage Bluff Apartments LLC | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Cedar Meadow Apartments | 3BR | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Hillside Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Village Place Apartments of Mankato | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Waterville?
There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Waterville, MN with pricing that ranges from $825 to $2,830. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waterville ranging from $1,025 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waterville?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waterville ranges from $1,025 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,774.
Expert Rental Resources
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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.