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Apartments for Rent in Elk River, MN

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Apartments for Rent in Elk River, MN. 67 Rentals Available
  • A kitchen with white appliances and brown cabinets.
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    11931 191 1/2 Avenue NW, Elk River, MN 55330
    1 BED $1,120
    2 BEDS $1,220
  • A living room with a white couch and a coffee table.
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    341 Evans Ave NW, Elk River, MN 55330
    1 BED $1,745+
    2 BEDS $1,787+
  • the front of a building with a empty parking lot
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    17432 Zane St NW, Elk River, MN 55330
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  • a large kitchen with marble counter tops and a stainless steel
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    10730 175Th Avenue NW, Elk River, MN 55330
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $556
    2 BEDS $848
    3 BEDS $818
  • A living room with a glass table and grey chairs.
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    1105 Lions Park Drive, Elk River, MN 55330
    1 BED $1,338
    2 BEDS $1,399+
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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a counter top
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    300 Jackson Avenue, Elk River, MN 55330
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  • A kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator.
    1 day ago

    365 Baldwin Ave NW, Elk River, MN 55330
    1 BED $1,100

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  • a living room with a chair and a cabinet
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    7701 River Road NE, Otsego, MN 55330
    1 BED $1,530
    2 BEDS $1,820
    3 BEDS $2,250
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    16940 Marketplace Drive, Big Lake, MN 55309
    1 BED $1,045
    2 BEDS $1,255
    3 BEDS $1,448
  • A playground with a green slide and a wooden swing set.
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    19591 Station Street, Big Lake, MN 55309
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    2 BEDS $1,525
    3 BEDS $1,725
  • a playground with a slide in front of a house
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    10732 County Road 37 NE, Albertville, MN 55301
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  • 26095 13 St W 2-3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    26095 13 St W, Zimmerman, MN 55398
    2 BEDS $1,017
    3 BEDS $1,124
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a granite countertop.
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    3457 3Rd St N, St Cloud, MN 56303
    1 BED $825
  • a kitchen with a counter and a living room with a tv
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    7562 146Th Avenue NW, Ramsey, MN 55303
    Income Restricted
    3 BEDS $1,394
  • a living room with a couch and a glass coffee table
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    7700 Sunwood Dr. NW, Ramsey, MN 55303
    STUDIO $1,390+
    1 BED $1,520+
    2 BEDS $2,010+
  • a living room with white furniture and a fireplace
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    5055 Lander Ave NE, Albertville, MN 55301
    2 BEDS $2,742+
    3 BEDS $3,142+
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a wooden floor.
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    7291 146Th Avenue Northwest, Ramsey, MN 55303
    3 BEDS $2,650
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  • A kitchen with a white counter top and wooden cabinets.
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    Kalenda CT NE, Albertville, MN 55301-9622
    1 BED $1,075
    2 BEDS $1,200
  • A living room with a large couch and a flat screen TV.
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    13600 Commerce Blvd, Rogers, MN 55374
    1 BED $1,695+
    2 BEDS $2,210+
    3 BEDS $2,205+
  • A modern living room with a grey sofa and a black coffee table.
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    13570 Commerce Blvd, Rogers, MN 55374
    3 BEDS $2,895+
  • a living room with a couch and a television
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    21255 John Milless Drive, Rogers, MN 55374
    1 BED $1,430+
    2 BEDS $2,245+
  • an open living room and dining room with a couch and chairs and a kitchen with
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    40 St. Michael Pkwy W, St Michael, MN 55376
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    1 BED $1,338
    2 BEDS $1,599
    3 BEDS $1,841
  • a living room with a couch and a dining room table
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    40 St Michael Pkwy W, St Michael, MN 55376
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,338
    2 BEDS $1,599
    3 BEDS $1,841
  • a living room with a table and chairs and a couch
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    21001 John Milless Drive, Rogers, MN 55374
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  • A living room with a purple chair and a multicolored ottoman.
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    21001 John Milless Drive, Rogers, MN 55374
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Elk River, MN rent trends

Rental prices in Elk River, MN have increased by 5.68% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,475 to $1,558.

Check out the average rent prices in Elk River by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,743, the average rent in Elk River, MN is $1,558.

Average rent in Elk River, MN

$1,558/mo Elk River, MN average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Elk River, MN is $1,558.

    What's the typical rent budget in Elk River, MN?

    About 5% of apartment rents in Elk River, MN range between $2,001-$2,500. Around 44% of Elk River’s apartments are in the $1,501-$2,000 price range. 51% of apartments are priced between $1,001-$1,500.

    The largest share of rentals in Elk River, MN (51%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Elk River, MN

    21 /100
    Car-Dependent
    28 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 21, Bike Score®: 28

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Elk River, MN last updated?

    Prices and availability in Elk River, MN were last updated on 24 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Elk River, MN?

    The best apartments in Elk River, MN are: Ridgewood Manor Partnership, Evans Meadows, Elk River Lodge and Apartments, Clear Sky and Dove Tree Apartments.

    What is the average rent in Elk River, MN?

    The average rent in Elk River, MN is $1,525.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Elk River, MN?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Elk River, MN is between $1,100 and $3,205.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Elk River, MN?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Elk River, MN is between $1,399 and $2,429.

    What type of rental buildings are in Elk River, MN?

    In Elk River 20% of the housing is rented out compared to 80% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 17% of Elk River’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 74% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 9% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Elk River, MN?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Elk River are about 17 years old, on average. Of these, 61% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 5% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Elk River, MN?

    Studio apartments in Elk River are around 4% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 38% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 49% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

    Living in Elk River, MN

    Just north of Minneapolis along the Mississippi River is the quaint town of Elk River in Minnesota. It's extremely popular with young families because the school system run by the Elk River School District in Sherburne County is above-average. Plus, the city is just a half-hour commute for renters who work in Minneapolis and a pleasant daily drive through the scenic countryside. This sparsely suburban area is a popular community with water views of Orono Lake and a great public park in Woodlands Trail Park. Golf-lovers who rent will want to frequent the Elk River Golf Club, a public course that has 18 holes on some of the prettiest greens ever. The town itself is also only 37 miles away from St. Cloud for renters who may be interested in working in that bigger city.

    Renting in Elk River, MN

    About 20% of the population in Elk River are renters. Most of the rental apartments have one to two bedrooms and offer some truly top-notch amenities. Some even have "resort-style amenities," like indoor pools and 24-hour fitness centers. Inside each rental unit, there are luxe amenities, such as stainless-steel appliances; in-unit washers and dryers; and vaulted ceilings. Storage is also well-thought-out with walk-in closets being popular options. Meanwhile, it's easy for pet lovers to keep a furry friend happy in their rental apartments with walking trails for pets and small enclosed dog parks to look forward to. Of course, the scenic views of the area with rolling hills and river views of the Mississippi and Elk Rivers are other things to look forward to while renting in Elk River.

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    Shopping in Elk River, MN

    Most of the shopping and stores owned by locals are located right off State Route 169, so it's easy for renters to find shopping near their rental homes. That includes Elk Park Center and Carson Street Station, two shopping plazas with different retail stores and small restaurants. Otherwise, for big-box stores, there's also a large Walmart Supercenter right in this area for renters to shop for discount clothing, home goods and lawn care. Or, for a more traditional and larger indoor mall, renters can travel to Minneapolis to the famous Mall of America, which is a mammoth, four-level mall that's one of the biggest in the entire world. It's about 45 minutes away from rental apartments in Elk River.

    Transportation in Elk River, MN

    U.S. Highway 10 and State Route 169 are two very popular roads that go through Elk River near rental apartments, making it easy to get to Minneapolis, St. Cloud, or even down through Milwaukee to Chicago, which is around seven hours away. Alternatively, the public transportation that renters use to get to either of the twin cities (Minneapolis or St. Paul) is the Northstar Commuter Rail line. It's a convenient way to get to work for renters without a car or who want to avoid traffic. In town, there's an on-demand transportation bus run by Sherburne County called the Tri-County Action Program. It's a great way for renters without a car to get to shopping and medical appointments.

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