The Aurilla Apartments
7689 Hardwood Ave S,
Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Studio - 3 Beds | $1,547 - $2,747
Rental Market Trends in Cottage Grove, MN
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Cottage Grove, MN is $1,571/month.
Rent in Cottage Grove is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.
$1,571/month
Average Rent
716 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.3%
Change / Year
97
Available Apartments
Cottage Grove rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Cottage Grove average $1,492 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Cottage Grove average $1,571 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Cottage Grove average $1,825 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Cottage Grove average $1,808 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Cottage Grove, MN?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.3%, which averages out to $37 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Cottage Grove, MN
July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
29%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
57%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
14%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Cottage Grove, MN?
Because the average rent in Cottage Grove is $1,571, you’ll want to make about $5,236 per month or $62,832 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.
How does Cottage Grove, MN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Cottage Grove, MN to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Cottage Grove?
The average rent in Cottage Grove is $1,571 per month, which is 5.5% lower than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Cottage Grove?
The average rent for a townhome in Cottage Grove, MN is $2,048 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Cottage Grove?
Rents in Cottage Grove, MN are increasing, with prices up 2.3% year-over-year and $37 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Cottage Grove?
In Cottage Grove, MN, 57% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.