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Southwood Flats earns a strong overall impression with a high Zumper expert rating, excellent price and amenities scores, and a convenient location. It also stands out for its spacious floor plans, air conditioning, private balcony or patio, high-speed internet access, on-site laundry, pet-friendly community, and access to walkable, transit-connected, and environmentally minded surroundings.
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Social life| 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 2) | 1 bed | 1 bath | 756 sqft | $589 /mo | 12 units available | Southwood Flats Apartments Near MSU Mankato — $500/Month for Your First 3 Months! More space. Less rent to start. Make your move to Southwood Flats in Mankato, MN, with introductory pricing on our spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments: - Months 1–3: $500/month - Months 4–6: $750/month - Month 7 through the remainder of your lease: $980/month Move in by November 30, 2026, and receive an additional $100! Have a friend looking for a new home? Refer a friend and get $100, too. Contact our leasing team for complete move-in and referral bonus details. Located just down the street from Minnesota State University, Mankato, Southwood Flats puts you close to campus with room to relax, study, and feel at home. Each apartment features a spacious living room, a separate dining area overlooking the living space, a private balcony or patio, air conditioning, and high-speed internet access. Our pet-friendly apartment community also offers convenient on-site laundry and off-street permit parking. And with a dog park on the way, there’s even more for you and your four-legged roommate to look forward to. Even more reasons to make your move: - Application fees waived for a limited time. - Your first six months of pet fees waived in celebration of our upcoming dog park. - A chance to win a MacBook when you sign a lease for the 2026–2027 lease term. Discover comfortable, conveniently located Mankato apartments with a little extra breathing room in your budget. Schedule your Southwood Flats tour today and take advantage of our $500 introductory monthly rent! Southwood Flats is part of the Atwood Management family of unique campus communities. Section 8 vouchers are accepted. Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=ko9ugNmGUkw | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 1) | 1 bed | 1 bath | 756 sqft | $589 /mo | 5 units available | Southwood Flats Apartments Near MSU Mankato — $500/Month for Your First 3 Months! More space. Less rent to start. Make your move to Southwood Flats in Mankato, MN, with introductory pricing on our spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments: - Months 1–3: $500/month - Months 4–6: $750/month - Month 7 through the remainder of your lease: $915/month Move in by November 30, 2026, and receive an additional $100! Have a friend looking for a new home? Refer a friend and get $100, too. Contact our leasing team for complete move-in and referral bonus details. Located just down the street from Minnesota State University, Mankato, Southwood Flats puts you close to campus with room to relax, study, and feel at home. Each apartment features a spacious living room, a separate dining area overlooking the living space, a private balcony or patio, air conditioning, and high-speed internet access. Our pet-friendly apartment community also offers convenient on-site laundry and off-street permit parking. And with a dog park on the way, there’s even more for you and your four-legged roommate to look forward to. Even more reasons to make your move: - Application fees waived for a limited time. - Your first six months of pet fees waived in celebration of our upcoming dog park. - A chance to win a MacBook when you sign a lease for the 2026–2027 lease term. Discover comfortable, conveniently located Mankato apartments with a little extra breathing room in your budget. Schedule your Southwood Flats tour today and take advantage of our $500 introductory monthly rent! Southwood Flats is part of the Atwood Management family of unique campus communities. Section 8 vouchers are accepted. Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=ko9ugNmGUkw | |
| 2 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 1) | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,008 sqft | $589 /mo | 3 units available | Southwood Flats Apartments Near MSU Mankato — $500/Month for Your First 3 Months! More space. Less rent to start. Make your move to Southwood Flats in Mankato, MN, with introductory pricing on our spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments: - Months 1–3: $500/month - Months 4–6: $750/month - Month 7 through the remainder of your lease: $1040/month Move in by November 30, 2026, and receive an additional $100! Have a friend looking for a new home? Refer a friend and get $100, too. Contact our leasing team for complete move-in and referral bonus details. Located just down the street from Minnesota State University, Mankato, Southwood Flats puts you close to campus with room to relax, study, and feel at home. Each apartment features a spacious living room, a separate dining area overlooking the living space, a private balcony or patio, air conditioning, and high-speed internet access. Our pet-friendly apartment community also offers convenient on-site laundry and off-street permit parking. And with a dog park on the way, there’s even more for you and your four-legged roommate to look forward to. Even more reasons to make your move: - Application fees waived for a limited time. - Your first six months of pet fees waived in celebration of our upcoming dog park. - A chance to win a MacBook when you sign a lease for the 2026–2027 lease term. Discover comfortable, conveniently located Mankato apartments with a little extra breathing room in your budget. Schedule your Southwood Flats tour today and take advantage of our $500 introductory monthly rent! Southwood Flats is part of the Atwood Management family of unique campus communities. Section 8 vouchers are accepted. Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=ko9ugNmGUkw | |
| 2 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 2) | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,008 sqft | $589 /mo | 5 units available | Southwood Flats Apartments Near MSU Mankato — $500/Month for Your First 3 Months! More space. Less rent to start. Make your move to Southwood Flats in Mankato, MN, with introductory pricing on our spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments: - Months 1–3: $500/month - Months 4–6: $750/month - Month 7 through the remainder of your lease: $1115/month Move in by November 30, 2026, and receive an additional $100! Have a friend looking for a new home? Refer a friend and get $100, too. Contact our leasing team for complete move-in and referral bonus details. Located just down the street from Minnesota State University, Mankato, Southwood Flats puts you close to campus with room to relax, study, and feel at home. Each apartment features a spacious living room, a separate dining area overlooking the living space, a private balcony or patio, air conditioning, and high-speed internet access. Our pet-friendly apartment community also offers convenient on-site laundry and off-street permit parking. And with a dog park on the way, there’s even more for you and your four-legged roommate to look forward to. Even more reasons to make your move: - Application fees waived for a limited time. - Your first six months of pet fees waived in celebration of our upcoming dog park. - A chance to win a MacBook when you sign a lease for the 2026–2027 lease term. Discover comfortable, conveniently located Mankato apartments with a little extra breathing room in your budget. Schedule your Southwood Flats tour today and take advantage of our $500 introductory monthly rent! Southwood Flats is part of the Atwood Management family of unique campus communities. Section 8 vouchers are accepted. Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=ko9ugNmGUkw |
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Apartment Amenities
| Balcony | Central Heat |
| Heating | Patio |
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Microwave |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Tech
| Fiber Internet |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry | Sewer |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
Services
| Recycling | Resident Benefits |
Neighborhood
| On Bus Route |
Other
| Off-street Permit Parking |
One-time.
One-time. Refundable.
Questions about this property’s policies and fees?
| Units | 153 |
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Southwood Flats, part of the Atwood Management family of unique campus communities, is conveniently located just down the street from Minnesota State University – Mankato (MSU). Our pet-friendly community offers off-street permit parking, on-site laundry, and spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments. Each home features a dining area overlooking the living room, a private balcony or patio, air conditioning, and high-speed internet access. For a limited time, application fees are waived! Plus, in honor of our upcoming dog park, your first six months of pet fees are waived. Apply within 24 hours of your tour and receive a $1,000 rent credit toward your second month’s rent! Bonus Incentive: Sign a lease for the 2026–2027 lease term and you’ll be entered into a drawing to win a MacBook! With convenient campus access, spacious floor plans, and great move-in incentives, you’ll love calling Southwood Flats home. Section 8 vouchers are accepted.
How Southwood Flats compares to other nearby properties.
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Considerations
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 46% lower than 1-bedrooms in Mankato.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Southwood Flats to be 55% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Mankato.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,046 |
| December 2024 | $1,053 |
| January 2025 | $1,103 |
| February 2025 | $1,049 |
| March 2025 | $1,059 |
| April 2025 | $1,051 |
| May 2025 | $934 |
| June 2025 | $707 |
| July 2025 | $831 |
| August 2025 | $905 |
| September 2025 | $890 |
| October 2025 | $1,057 |
| November 2025 | $1,078 |
| December 2025 | $1,080 |
| January 2026 | $1,084 |
| February 2026 | $1,084 |
| March 2026 | $1,133 |
| April 2026 | $1,118 |
| May 2026 | $1,032 |
| June 2026 | $890 |
| July 2026 | $900 |
| August 2026 | $909 |
| September 2026 | $998 |
| October 2026 | $942 |
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Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.322 E Walnut St
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Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.517 S Broad St
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Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.1621 Colony Ct
1–2 Beds
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Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.905 S Victory Dr #221
Studio
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.311 Bunting Ln
1–3 Beds
$500–$1,500
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.138 N Agency St #4
1 Bed
$675
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.914 Lyndale St
1 Bed
$724
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.102 S 5th St
1 Bed
$550–$650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.322 E Walnut St
1 Bed
$724
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.517 S Broad St
1 Bed
$490
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.1621 Colony Ct
1–2 Beds
$750–$875
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
