Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Mankato Neighborhood of Mankato, MN from $500 (13 Rentals)

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404 S 4th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

404 S 4th St

404 S 4th StMankato, MN 56001
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Roe Crest Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

Roe Crest Place

1601 Roe Crest DrMankato, MN 56003
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River Bluff Suites
1 Bedroom Apartments

River Bluff Suites

123 N 4th StMankato, MN 56001
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property at 628 Garfield Ave

628 Garfield Ave

North MankatoMN56003
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442 Belgrade Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

442 Belgrade Ave

442 Belgrade AveNorth Mankato, MN 56003

West Mankato, Mankato, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Mankato Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Mankato area of Mankato, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Highland Hills Apartments priced from $775. Village Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable West Mankato apartments for rent in Mankato, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Hills ApartmentsElm Tree Court1BR,1BA$775
Village Court Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath (original)1BR,1BA$899
Hoover Estates2/12BR,1BA$975
Skyway Property Holdings, LLC - (Studio 5)0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,050
Riverfront CourtTwo Bedroom/ One Bathroom w Balcony2BR,1BA$1,090

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Mankato, MN

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Mankato area is the $1.82 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Bridge Plaza Apartments in the in the University neighborhood starting from $3,725. The second greatest value West Mankato apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath (Type A) Model at Silos Apartments starting at $1,874 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Mankato apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bridge Plaza Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.82
Silos Apartments2 Bed, 2 Bath (Type A)2BR,2BA$1.75
Riverfront CourtThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.26
Hoover Estates2/12BR,1BA$1.12
River Bluff ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.55
Axis Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.91
Southwood Flats1 Bed, 1 Bath (remodeled)1BR,1BA$1.49
Village Court Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath (renovated)1BR,1BA$1.37
Skyway Property Holdings, LLC - (Studio 5)0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.98
Highland Hills ApartmentsHighland North A1BR,1BA$1.85

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Mankato, Mankato, MN

Ranked #6

Among neighborhoods in Mankato, MN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Mankato, Minnesota. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the West Mankato Neighborhood in Mankato, MN

Walk Score®

7 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Mankato Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Mankato?

The cheapest apartment in West Mankato is Highland Hills Apartments which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in West Mankato costs $1,812.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Mankato?

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 10 regular apartments in West Mankato 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 West Mankato?

Cheap apartments in West Mankato have an average cost of $1,076 which is $736 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Mankato.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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