Cheapest apartments & houses for rent in Dakota County, MN
The median gross rent in Dakota County is $1,410 — 71% above the Minnesota state median. It ranks #85 of 87 counties for affordability.
Median rent$1,410
1-bedroom$1,159
2-bedroom$1,481
3-bedroom$1,721
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How to find the cheapest rent in Dakota County
- Target the $1,159–$1,481 range. That spans typical 1- and 2-bedroom rents here, so anything well under it is a genuine deal.
- Compare nearby counties. Rents can swing a lot across a county line — the list below shows cheaper options within Minnesota.
- Look off-peak. Winter months (Nov–Feb) usually bring the lowest asking rents and the most negotiable landlords.
- Check income-based options. If rent here runs high, HUD-supported and income-restricted units can cut costs substantially.
Cheaper counties near Dakota County
- Wilkin County$549
- Traverse County$589
- Red Lake County$631
- Yellow Medicine County$640
- Kittson County$649