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One Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Big Lake, MN

56 Rentals
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  2. Building Photo - Dove Tree Apartments
    1 BED
    $1,338
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,338
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,338

    Dove Tree Apartments

    1105 Lions Park Dr, Elk River, MN 55330
    (248) 213-7493
  7. 1 BED
    $1,178
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,159
    Required Monthly Fees$19
    Total Monthly Price$1,178

    Sherburne Park Estates

    400 Fern St, Big Lake, MN 55309
    (763) 878-8353
  10. 1 BED
    $1,074
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,059 - $1,225
    Required Monthly Fees$15
    Total Monthly Price$1,074 - $1,240

    The Bluffs

    700 7th St E, Monticello, MN 55362
    (763) 275-9832
  12. Building Photo - Fairway Ridge Estates
    1 BED
    $1,355
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,340
    Required Monthly Fees$15
    Total Monthly Price$1,355

    Fairway Ridge Estates

    13896 Birdie Ln SE, Becker, MN 55308
  13. Building Photo - Landmark Square Apartments
    1 BED
    $1,165
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,150 - $1,200
    Required Monthly Fees$15
    Total Monthly Price$1,165 - $1,215

    Landmark Square Apartments

    204 Locust St, Monticello, MN 55362
  16. 1 BED
    $1,194
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,175 - $1,410
    Required Monthly Fees$19
    Total Monthly Price$1,194 - $1,429

    Jackson Hills

    725 6th St NW, Elk River, MN 55330

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$1,153
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Big Lake, MN Apartments for Rent

Nestled along the shores of its namesake lake, Big Lake, Minnesota is located 41 miles northwest of Minneapolis. The city has earned recognition for its safety record, ranking as Minnesota's safest city in 2019 and second safest in 2021, with the state's lowest property crime rate. The Northstar Commuter Rail provides convenient access to downtown Minneapolis, connecting residents to city amenities while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Apartments for rent in Big Lake offer various options, with average monthly rents starting at $1,197 for one-bedroom units and $1,398 for two-bedroom homes. The community features outdoor recreation spots including Lakeside Park and the Elk River, which flows through part of the city. Local traditions come alive during the annual "Spud Fest," a summer celebration featuring potato-themed activities and a softball tournament that draws teams from throughout Minnesota. The area combines access to quality education, housing costs below Twin Cities averages, and a median household income of approximately $90,000.

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Minimal Transit

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Big Lake Senior High

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Grades 9-12
899 Students
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Big Lake Middle School

Public Middle School

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Grades 6-8
686 Students
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Independence Elementary

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Grades 3-5
660 Students

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