Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/22/2025
Dakota County, Minnesota, offers a dynamic rental market that blends suburban comfort with easy access to the Twin Cities. Whether you are seeking a modern apartment close to major highways or a spacious house in a familyâfriendly neighborhood, the countyâs mix of housing options caters to professionals, students, and growing families alike. With wellâmaintained communities, abundant green spaces, and convenient transit links, renters enjoy both a high quality of life and a convenient commute to MinneapolisâSt. Paul.
Apartment rentals span a broad range of price points, beginning with studios in the $1300s and oneâbedroom units in the $1500s. Twoâbedroom apartments typically fall in the $1800s, while threeâbedroom units reach the $2100â$2200 range, and larger fourâplus bedroom homes command the $2600â$2800 bracket. The countyâs house market provides more budgetâfriendly choices for smaller households, with oneâbedroom homes around the $1000s, twoâbedroom homes in the $1800s, and threeâbedroom properties near the $2400s. Larger family homes with four or more bedrooms are priced in the $3000s, reflecting the spacious layouts and premium amenities they offer.
Popular neighborhoods such as Lakeville, Rosemount, and the historic district of Hastings combine upscale shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities with topârated schools and parklands along the Mississippi River. Proximity to attractions like the Mall of America and scenic trail systems adds extra appeal for renters seeking both convenience and leisure. Whether you prioritize modern apartment living or a roomy singleâfamily home, Dakota Countyâs rental landscape provides diverse, wellâconnected communities that suit a wide array of lifestyles.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $1,296 | $1,319 | $700 - $1,510 | $1,240 - $1,430 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,497 | $1,438 | $650 - $2,545 | $1,255 - $1,715 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,872 | $1,825 | $950 - $3,895 | $1,525 - $2,122 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $2,247 | $2,220 | $1,695 - $3,179 | $1,925 - $2,420 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $2,442 | $2,350 | $2,000 - $2,978 | $2,000 - $2,978 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,641 | $1,689 | $1,050 - $2,000 | $1,500 - $1,975 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $2,490 | $2,497 | $1,235 - $4,000 | $2,200 - $2,800 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $3,126 | $2,995 | $1,700 - $6,200 | $2,650 - $3,495 |
In the current period, the average rent in Dakota was $1,297 for Studio, $1,490 for 1 Bedroom, $1,862 for 2 Bedroom, $2,381 for 3 Bedroom, and $2,968 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.