Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Anchorage, AK from $700 (17 Rentals)

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North Pointe Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

North Pointe Apartments

905 Richardson Vista RdAnchorage, AK 99501
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The Adelaide
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Adelaide

201 E 9th AveAnchorage, AK 99501
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Gill Oscar House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Gill Oscar House

1344 W 10th AveAnchorage, AK 99501
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The Outlook Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Outlook Apartments

234 E 15th AveAnchorage, AK 99501
Corporate Housing
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Susitna Ridge
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Susitna Ridge

1601 Medfra StAnchorage, AK 99501
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Park Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Plaza

201 E 16th AveAnchorage, AK 99501

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City View
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

City View

230 W 14th AveAnchorage, AK 99501
Corporate Housing
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Hillcrest Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillcrest Apartments

515 E 12th AveAnchorage, AK 99501
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Downtown, Anchorage, AK Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Anchorage, AK is a Studio unit found at Panoramic View priced from $925. Merrill Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Anchorage, AK:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Panoramic ViewStudioStudio,1BA$925
Merrill CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$950
McKinley Tower ApartmentsUnit J StudioStudio,1BA$1,010
The Outlook ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,120
Northwind Apartments2nd floor StudioStudio,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, AK

As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.41 price per square foot 2B/2B Model at Mariners View in the in the Government Hill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 1410 Juneau St Model at 1410 Juneau St, Unit 4 starting at $1,850 with a $1.80 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mariners View2B/2B2BR,2BA$1.41
1410 Juneau St, Unit 41410 Juneau St2BR,1BA$1.80
222 W 13th Ave, Unit 3222 W 13th Ave2BR,1BA$2.20
Downtown ClassicsA Lower Left2BR,1BA$1.78
Northwind Apartments2nd Floor 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79
Century Plaza1x11BR,1BA$2.45
City View1x11BR,1BA$2.45
The Outlook ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$2.39
Panoramic ViewStudioStudio ,1BA$2.06
Merrill CrossingStudioStudio ,1BA$2.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown, Anchorage, AK

Ranked #29

Among cities in Alaska for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown is under $1,600.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown is Panoramic View which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $2,022.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Downtown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.