1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Owatonna, MN
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Owatonna, Minnesota as of October 2026. That's +26% lower than the citywide median of $1,081 and +43% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Owatonna
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Owatonna
Compare Owatonna's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Minnesota
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albert Lea | $710 |
| 2 | Winona | $780 |
| 3 | Austin | $800 |
| 4 | Owatonna (this page) | $800 |
| 5 | Bemidji | $830 |
| 6 | Moorhead | $860 |
| 7 | Waite Park | $920 |
| 8 | Duluth | $972 |
| 9 | Anoka | $975 |
| 10 | Saint Cloud | $1,003 |
| 11 | Mankato | $1,030 |
| 12 | Rochester | $1,120 |
| 13 | Little Canada | $1,173 |
| 14 | Buffalo | $1,200 |
| 15 | Northfield | $1,200 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Minnesota
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Woodbury | $1,870 |
| 2 | Maple Grove | $1,805 |
| 3 | Eden Prairie | $1,775 |
| 4 | Lakeville | $1,750 |
| 5 | Cottage Grove | $1,750 |
| 6 | Edina | $1,723 |
| 7 | Blaine | $1,710 |
| 8 | Plymouth | $1,690 |
| 9 | Brooklyn Park | $1,690 |
| 10 | Savage | $1,660 |
| 11 | Rosemount | $1,660 |
| 12 | Minnetonka | $1,640 |
| 13 | Apple Valley | $1,570 |
| 14 | Saint Louis Park | $1,565 |
| 15 | Vadnais Heights | $1,560 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Owatonna.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Owatonna |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Lea, MN | 28.3 mi | $710 | $-90 (-11%) |
| Northfield, MN | 28.6 mi | $1,200 | +$400 (+50%) |
| Austin, MN | 30.6 mi | $800 | — |
| Lakeville, MN | 40.4 mi | $1,750 | +$950 (+119%) |
| Prior Lake, MN | 45 mi | $1,400 | +$600 (+75%) |
| Apple Valley, MN | 47 mi | $1,570 | +$770 (+96%) |
| Rosemount, MN | 48 mi | $1,660 | +$860 (+108%) |
| Burnsville, MN | 48.2 mi | $1,505 | +$705 (+88%) |
| Savage, MN | 49.2 mi | $1,660 | +$860 (+108%) |
| Shakopee, MN | 52 mi | $1,480 | +$680 (+85%) |
| Mankato, MN | 52.3 mi | $1,030 | +$230 (+29%) |
| Eagan, MN | 52.7 mi | $1,490 | +$690 (+86%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Owatonna — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Owatonna?
As of October 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Owatonna, Minnesota is $800 per month. This is +26% below the citywide median of $1,081.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Owatonna?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $32,000 ($2,667/month gross), which works out to roughly $15.38/hour at a full-time job.
Is Owatonna expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Owatonna's 1-bedroom median of $800 is +43% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 5th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Owatonna rank for 1-bedroom rent in Minnesota?
Among the 65 cities in Minnesota with 1-bedroom data, Owatonna ranks #4 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Owatonna?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Albert Lea ($710).