
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, MN from $600 (167 Rentals)
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Bloomington, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bloomington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Bloomington Studio Apartments | $1,518 | $875 | $3,112 |
Cheap Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,768 | $945 | $6,651 |
Cheap Bloomington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,246 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Bloomington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,968 | $1,685 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Bloomington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $2,496 | $2,496 |
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Bloomington, MN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bloomington, MN
Pricing Updated: 06/27/2025Current apartment rentals in the Bloomington, MN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bloomington Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Normandale Lake | $2,797 | $1,000 | 338 |
Cheapest Available Bloomington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bloomington, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Carriage Manor Apartments in the Riverside Fields neighborhood priced from $995. Portland Terrace in the Windom neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bloomington apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Carriage Manor Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Portland Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
2215 W 74th St | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Penn Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Connelly On Eleven | S1R | Studio,1BA | $1,014 |
Lyndale Garden | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Lyndale Plaza Apartments | A1 Section 42 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
Nicollet Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
Lynn Court | Itasca | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Concord Green | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, MN
As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bloomington area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - Market Model at Grande Market Place in the in the Heart of the City neighborhood starting from $1,787. The second greatest value Bloomington apartment is the Toulouse Model at France 98 starting at $1,749 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Bloomington West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bloomington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Grande Market Place | 2 Bedroom - Market | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
France 98 | Toulouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
Blooming Meadows North | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Upper Post Flats | Two Bedroom - 2IV | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
The Arbors | 1.1+den | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Stanley Terrace Apartments | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
Metropolitan Towers | 1.1+denB | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
2215 W 74th St | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Richland Court | The Lucas | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Cedar Gate | 1.1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Bloomington Overview
In Bloomington, MN residents get to feel an urban-suburban mix with plenty of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Both young professionals and retirees live in the city and it’s one of the best places to live in Minnesota. The population is 85,418 and it’s the fifth largest city in the state.
Why live in Bloomington, MN?
This family-friendly community earns a livability score of 77 out of 100. There are plenty of fun reasons for why to live here. It’s been voted one of the Safest Cities for Families with Young Children, One of America’s Best Cities for a Healthy Retirement, and one of America’s Most Playful Cities. The area is economically diverse and it serves as headquarters to large firms in food, agriculture, technology, retail, transportation, and healthcare. The downtown areas are beautiful and have attractive buildings, entertainment, nightlife, museums, clean streets, and parks. Since the area is not a huge tourist attraction, the residents get to enjoy these amenities almost exclusively. The population is educated and the schools have a great reputation.
Pet Friendly LifestyleBloomington, MN
Ranked #7
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Bloomington, MN
Jefferson Senior High
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Getting Around Bloomington, MN
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
2 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bloomington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bloomington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bloomington is at Portland Terrace listed at $999.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bloomington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bloomington Apartment is $995 at Carriage Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bloomington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bloomington is starting from $1,195 at Richland Court.
What is the most affordable Bloomington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bloomington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at New Orleans Court and starts from $1,715.
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