Minnesota State University

Mankato, MN

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Minnesota State University Mankato Campus - Mankato, MN

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Minnesota State University, Mankato has a heritage of dedicated teaching and applying knowledge to directly improve a diverse community and world. Established in 1868, Minnesota State Mankato is where big ideas meet real-world thinking, nurturing the passion within students, faculty, and staff to push beyond possibility on the way to realizing dreams. Offering more than 130 undergraduate programs and more than 85 graduate programs, MSU promotes learning through effective teaching, scholarship, and research.

Mankato is a college town with plenty of lofts, apartments, and townhomes available for rent near MSU. Access to U.S. 169 with convenience to U.S. 14 allows for simple commutes from farther distances as well.

The MSU campus is routinely pulsing with great art, entertainment, and exciting athletics. Cultural amenities such as the Mankato Symphony Orchestra and the Mankato Ballet are easily accessible from campus. Options for outdoor activities are numerous with over 50 lakes within 15 miles of Mankato as well as more than 60 parks and 50 paved paths in Greater Mankato. Minneapolis is just 85 miles away too—perfect for a weekend trip.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Mankato, MN is $948 for a studio, $1,066 for one bedroom, $1,219 for two bedrooms, and $1,517 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mankato has increased by 1.8% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 526 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $948/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 677 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,066/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 962 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,219/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,244 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,517/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

46

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

57

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Kennedy Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

370 Students

9
out of 10

Franklin Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

414 Students

8
out of 10

Washington Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

376 Students

8
out of 10

Roosevelt Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

333 Students

8
out of 10

Rosa Parks Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

434 Students

5
out of 10

Prairie Winds Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

954 Students

4
out of 10

Special Education

Public

Grades PK-12

267 Students

Rating Unavailable

Mankato West Senior High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,223 Students

7
out of 10

Mankato East Senior High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,293 Students

5
out of 10

Special Education

Public

Grades PK-12

267 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Rasmussen Woods-Elk's Nature Center
  • Mount Kato
  • Minneopa State Park

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