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Rental Market Trends in Monticello, MN

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Monticello, MN is $1,387/month.

Rent in Monticello is 17% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,387/month

Average Rent

780 Sq Ft

Average Size

-1%

Change / Year

74

Available Apartments

Monticello rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Monticello average $1,367 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Monticello average $1,387 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Monticello average $1,664 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Monticello average $1,919 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,367/month
583 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,387/month
780 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,664/month
1,048 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,919/month
1,327 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Monticello, MN?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1%, which averages out to $13 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Monticello, MN

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Monticello, MN
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
62% $1,001 - $1,500/month
38% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Monticello is $1,387, you’ll want to make about $4,623 per month or $55,476 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

Monticello, MN

74 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Monticello, MN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Monticello, 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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    Avg Rent: $1,175/month

  • Becker

    Becker

    Avg Rent: $1,241/month

  • Albertville

    Albertville

    Avg Rent: $1,311/month

  • Otsego

    Otsego

    Avg Rent: $1,582/month

  • Buffalo

    Buffalo

    Avg Rent: $1,124/month

  • Saint Michael

    Saint Michael

    Avg Rent: $1,574/month

  • Elk River

    Elk River

    Avg Rent: $1,224/month

Apartment Communities in Monticello We Think You'll Love

Savanna Vista

Savanna Vista

9277 NE Edmonson Ave,
Monticello, MN 55362

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,395 - $2,150

Monticello Crossings

Monticello Crossings

2205 Meadow Oak Ave,
Monticello, MN 55362

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,536 - $2,246

Rivertown Apartments

Rivertown Apartments

212 Locust St,
Monticello, MN 55362

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,334 - $1,863

Block 52

Block 52

101 W Broadway St,
Monticello, MN 55362

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,265 - $1,980

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Monticello?

The average rent in Monticello is $1,387 per month, which is 16.6% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Monticello?

Rents in Monticello, MN are decreasing, with prices down 1.0% year-over-year and $13 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Monticello?

In Monticello, MN, 62% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Minnesota Monticello 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 September 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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