Cottages of Stillwater
2204-2358 Cottage Dr,
Stillwater, MN 55082
1-2 Beds | $1,686
Rental Market Trends in Stillwater, MN
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Stillwater, MN is $1,508/month.
Rent in Stillwater is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.
$1,508/month
Average Rent
765 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.7%
Change / Year
61
Available Apartments
Stillwater rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Stillwater average $1,775 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Stillwater average $1,508 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Stillwater average $1,564 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Stillwater average $1,987 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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Bedrooms
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How much has average rent changed in Stillwater, MN?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.7%, which averages out to $26 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Stillwater, MN
July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
11%
$700 - $1,000/month
33%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
44%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
11%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Stillwater?
Based on current rent prices, Washington Far Eastern Suburbs is the most affordable neighborhood in Stillwater.
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Average Rent
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Stillwater?
Based on current rent prices, Washington Far Eastern Suburbs is the most expensive neighborhood in Stillwater.
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Which Stillwater neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Stillwater with the most apartments available is Washington Far Eastern Suburbs .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Stillwater, MN?
Because the average rent in Stillwater is $1,508, you’ll want to make about $5,026 per month or $60,312 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 Stillwater, MN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Stillwater, 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.
View the Stillwater Area GuideStudio
$1,305/month
$1,305/month
One Bedroom
$1,440/month
$1,440/month
Two Bedroom
$1,743/month
$1,743/month
Three Bedroom
$2,087/month
$2,087/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Stillwater?
The average rent in Stillwater is $1,508 per month, which is 9.3% lower than the national average of $1,663.
Are rents going up or down in Stillwater?
Rents in Stillwater, MN are increasing, with prices up 1.7% year-over-year and $26 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Stillwater?
In Stillwater, MN, 44% 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.