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Apartments for Rent in Detroit Lakes, MN under $1200

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  • 1 bd $980
    2 bd $1,070
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    Meadows Edge Apartments

    5.0 (3)
    252 Elm St W, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 1 bd $935
    2 bd $1,035
    3 bd $1,190
    Base rent
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    Pelican Heights Apartments

    602 Riverwood Dr, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $75
    2 bd $895
    Base rent
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    211 Laura Avenue

    4.0 (4)
    211 Laura Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Only 2 units left
    Studio $75+
    2 bd $995
    Base rent
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    207 Laura Avenue

    3.5 (4)
    207 Laura Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 1 bd $890
    2 bd $1,145
    Base rent
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    Sunridge Apartments

    212 11Th Ave North, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
  • 5-0-city

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Detroit Lakes, MN last updated?

Prices and availability in Detroit Lakes, MN were last updated on 6 Oct 2026.

What are the best apartments in Detroit Lakes, MN?
What type of rental buildings are in Detroit Lakes, MN?

In Detroit Lakes, 44% of the residents are renting compared to 56% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 11% of Detroit Lakes's rentals, 68% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 19% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Detroit Lakes, MN under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Detroit Lakes, MN, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Detroit Lakes, MN. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 5 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Detroit Lakes, MN for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.