Highland Lakeview Apartments
1321 Highland Dr,
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
1-2 Beds | $1,850 - $2,500
Rental Market Trends in Detroit Lakes, MN
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Detroit Lakes, MN is $869/month.
Rent in Detroit Lakes is 48% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$869/month
Average Rent
668 Sq Ft
Average Size
-4.2%
Change / Year
52
Available Apartments
Detroit Lakes rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Detroit Lakes average $833 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Detroit Lakes average $869 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Detroit Lakes average $1,216 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Detroit Lakes average $1,195 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
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How much has average rent changed in Detroit Lakes, MN?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 4.2%, which averages out to $36 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Detroit Lakes, MN
August 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
13%
Below $700/month
47%
$700 - $1,000/month
33%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
0%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
7%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Detroit Lakes?
Based on current rent prices, Mnt Meadow Acres is the most affordable neighborhood in Detroit Lakes.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Detroit Lakes?
Based on current rent prices, Mnt Meadow Acres is the most expensive neighborhood in Detroit Lakes.
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Which Detroit Lakes neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Detroit Lakes with the most apartments available is Mnt Meadow Acres .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Detroit Lakes, MN?
Because the average rent in Detroit Lakes is $869, you’ll want to make about $2,896 per month or $34,752 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 Detroit Lakes, MN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Detroit Lakes, 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 Detroit Lakes?
The average rent in Detroit Lakes is $869 per month, which is 47.7% lower than the national average of $1,663.
Are rents going up or down in Detroit Lakes?
Rents in Detroit Lakes, MN are decreasing, with prices down 4.2% year-over-year and $36 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Detroit Lakes?
In Detroit Lakes, MN, 47% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/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.