The Preserve on 24th
401 24th Ave,
Willmar, MN 56201
$1,035 - $1,445 Plus Fees
Studio - 2 Beds | 12 Month Lease
Willmar
Willmar, MN
Area Guide
Savor lakeside recreation and small-town charm in central Minnesota
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Lakeside
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Active
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Agricultural
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Located in the heart of south central Minnesota, Willmar offers residents a peaceful, small-town atmosphere in addition to many amenities found in a larger city. Recreational opportunities are abundant in Willmar, with convenient access to Foot Lake, Swan Lake, and Willmar Lake. Willmar is also home to the 55-acre Robbins Island Park, which boasts hiking and biking trails, a swimming beach, and public boat access.
Willmar’s extensive trail network connects to the Glacial Lakes State Trail, granting Willmar walkable access to a host of nearby cities. The agricultural tradition lives on near Willmar, supplying the city with fresh produce and a popular farmers market. Shopping opportunities are plentiful in Willmar, from the national retailers in Kandi Mall to the independent shops in the downtown area. Willmar’s close-knit community comes together for Aqua Fest, International Fest, and Kaffee Fest every summer. Getting around from Willmar is easy with access to U.S. Routes 12 and 71.
Rent Trends
As of October 2025, the average apartment rent in Willmar, MN is $847 for a studio, $1,038 for one bedroom, $1,048 for two bedrooms, and $1,279 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Willmar has increased by 1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,038/month
632 Sq Ft
Transportation
43
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
55
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
715 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
649 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
565 Students
Prairie Lakes Education Center
Public
Grades 4-12
36 Students
Public
Grades K-12
33 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
874 Students
Prairie Lakes Education Center
Public
Grades 4-12
36 Students
Public
Grades K-12
33 Students
Public
Grades 4-12
19 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,224 Students
Prairie Lakes Education Center
Public
Grades 4-12
36 Students
Public
Grades K-12
33 Students
Public
Grades 4-12
19 Students
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2025.