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Rental Market Trends in Big Lake, MN

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Big Lake, MN is $1,173/month.

Rent in Big Lake is 29% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,173/month

Average Rent

748 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.9%

Change / Year

167

Available Apartments

Big Lake rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Big Lake average $1,033 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Big Lake average $1,173 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Big Lake average $1,424 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Big Lake average $1,669 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,033/month
455 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,173/month
748 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,424/month
946 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,669/month
1,231 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,330/month
1,823 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,696/month
2,034 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Big Lake, MN?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $23 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Big Lake, MN

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Big Lake, MN
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
86% $1,001 - $1,500/month
14% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Big Lake, MN?

Because the average rent in Big Lake is $1,173, you’ll want to make about $3,910 per month or $46,920 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Big Lake, MN

167 Available Apartments for Rent

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Apartment Communities in Big Lake We Think You'll Love

Savanna Vista

Savanna Vista

9277 NE Edmonson Ave,
Monticello, MN 55362

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,385 - $2,095

Station Street Apartments

Station Street Apartments

19560 Station St,
Big Lake, MN 55309

2 Beds | $1,525 - $1,575

Monticello Crossings

Monticello Crossings

2205 Meadow Oak Ave,
Monticello, MN 55362

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,451 - $2,401

Rivertown Apartments

Rivertown Apartments

212 Locust St,
Monticello, MN 55362

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,295 - $1,813

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Big Lake?

The average rent in Big Lake is $1,173 per month, which is 29.5% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Big Lake?

The average rent for a house in Big Lake, MN is $2,330 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Big Lake?

Rents in Big Lake, MN are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $23 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Big Lake?

In Big Lake, MN, 86% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Minnesota Big Lake Rental Trends

Methodology

† 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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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