
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Anchorage, AK from $700 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown area of Anchorage.


612 E 14th Ave, Unit 07

612 E 14th Ave, Unit 30

Merrill Crossing

Panoramic View

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North Pointe Apartments

McKinley Tower Apartments

City View
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1618 E St

1024 E 12th Ave

1101 Eagle St
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1208 Denali St

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818 E 10th Ave, Unit 3

1225 Karluk St

540 Eyak Dr

1040 E 11th Ave

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222 W 13th Ave

Milepost O Apartments
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1335 Hyder Street

The Adelaide

Gill Oscar House

The Alaskan

Park Plaza

The Outlook Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments

827 E 11th Ave
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Century Plaza

1515 Nelchina St

505 W 2nd Ave

Downtown Classics

1126 E 16th Ave

221 E 7th Ave

Park Plaza II

221-243 W 13th Avenue
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Mariners View

310 E 11th Ave
Downtown, Anchorage, AK Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,399 | $700 | $2,175 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,443 | $700 | $2,600 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,913 | $1,175 | $3,500 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Anchorage, AK.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Anchorage, AK is a Studio unit found at Loussac Sogn priced from $700. Merrill Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Anchorage, AK:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loussac Sogn | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Merrill Crossing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Panoramic View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| North Pointe Apartments | 0 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| The Adelaide | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,062 |
| City View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| The Alaskan | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Outlook Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,330 |
| Susitna Ridge | 2 BR x 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,440 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, AK
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $2.10 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at 221-243 W 13th Avenue in the in the Government Hill neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Baker Apartments starting at $2,600 with a $2.74 price per square foot in the Government Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 221-243 W 13th Avenue | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.10 |
| Baker Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 1024 E 12th Ave | 1024 E 12th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Susitna Ridge | 2 BR x 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| The Outlook Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Panoramic View | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| North Pointe Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Merrill Crossing | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
| The Alaskan | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
| City View | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Anchorage, AK
Ranked #29
Among cities in Alaska for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at Loussac Sogn listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $1,050 at North Pointe Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $1,175 at North Pointe Apartments.
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