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Park Rapids, MN

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A scenic city near the edge of incredible natural beauty

Quiet Quaint Nature Hiking Fishing Lake Scenic

Nestled between a number of state forests and bodies of water in the Heartland Lakes region is Park Rapids, a beautiful city that’s ripe with natural beauty and easy access to incredible outdoor destinations. This quaint town is a characterful locale for residents and tourists alike thanks to its colorful Main Street district with its charming locally owned shops and restaurants. There’s a diverse array of apartments and other rentals in Park Rapids, each one perfect for the average outdoor lover or a renter who just enjoys the peace and quiet of the countryside.

Fishhook Lake is part of the town’s geography and culture. It’s a popular ice fishing spot in the winter months. Locals gather all year round at the watering holes near the city town and at the parks along the water when the climate is milder. If you’re looking for a rental with quick access to the natural world, look in Park Rapids.

Rent Trends

As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Park Rapids, MN is $521 for a studio, $636 for one bedroom, $759 for two bedrooms, and $930 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Park Rapids has increased by 1.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$636/month
546 Sq Ft
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Transportation

35

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

40

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Park Rapids Area Century Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

618 Students

6
out of 10

Park Rapids Area Century Middle

Public

Grades 5-8

497 Students

3
out of 10

Park Rapids Area Century Middle

Public

Grades 5-8

497 Students

3
out of 10

Park Rapids Senior High

Public

Grades 9-12

497 Students

4
out of 10

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† 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 February 2025.