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Hayward, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hayward Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hayward, MN is a Studio unit found at Shalom Tower II priced from $405. Key Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hayward apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shalom Tower IITower I EfficiencyStudio,1BA$405
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$450
City Center Kent ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayward, MN and Nearby

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hayward area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2B 999 sq.ft. Model at Park Plaza Apartments in the in the Downtown Owatonna neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Hayward apartment is the Unit 1 Model at Irish Hospital Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.35 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Hayward apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park Plaza Apartments2B 999 sq.ft.2BR,1BA$1.40
Irish Hospital ApartmentsUnit 12BR,1BA$1.35
Lincoln Apartments LLCApt. 172BR,1BA$1.36
Pebble Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.94
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.74
Shalom Tower IITower II - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.70
Webster ApartmentsApt. 102BR,1BA$1.36
CityView Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$0.98
Northern Place Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.41
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95

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Getting Around Hayward, MN

Walk Score®

8 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hayward Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hayward?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hayward is at Shalom Tower II listed at $405.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hayward Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hayward Apartment is $495 at City Center Kent Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hayward Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hayward is starting from $755 at Pebble Creek Apartments.

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