
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Anchorage, AK from $700 (35 Rentals)
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Merrill Crossing

Panoramic View

Northwind Apartments

618 Gambell St, Unit 23

618 Gambell St, Unit 11

618 Gambell St, Unit 33

1101 Eagle St
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1009 E 9th Ave, Unit B, Unit B

Block 96

1238 G St

329 E 14th Ave

1040 E 11th Ave

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The Adelaide
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821 E 12th Ave

Susitna Ridge

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City View

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Century Plaza
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Horizon West

Downtown Classics

505 W 2nd Ave

Park Plaza II

The Alaskan

1337 Hyder St
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1201 Denali St
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 | $1,555 | $700 | $2,025 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,036 | $1,250 | $4,056 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,489 | $1,175 | $4,570 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,550 | $1,850 |
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There are currently 35 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 | $975 |
| The Adelaide | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,011 |
| Northwind Apartments | 2nd Floor 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Park Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| City View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,270 |
| Susitna Ridge | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| The Outlook Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Century Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,380 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, AK
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.60 price per square foot 1009 E 9th Ave Model at 1009 E 9th Ave, Unit B in the in the Government Hill neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 3 bed / 1 bath Model at 1101 Eagle St starting at $1,550 with a $1.59 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1009 E 9th Ave, Unit B | 1009 E 9th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 1101 Eagle St | 3 bed / 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Kings Court | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Northwind Apartments | 2nd Floor 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| The Alaskan | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Park Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| The Outlook Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Susitna Ridge | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Panoramic View | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
| Merrill Crossing | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Anchorage, AK
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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 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 $1,380.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown is Northwind Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $5,000.
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 6 regular apartments in Downtown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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