
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, MN from $600 (222 Rentals)
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8813 18th Avenue South

8813 18th Ave S, Unit 1

Woodland Apartments

Chateau on France

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AIRE MSP Apartments

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Blooming Meadows South

Concord Green

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Pennbrooke

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Audenn Apartments
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Nicollet South Apartments

Willows On France

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Southgate Apartments

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The Tarnhill

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Stanley Terrace Apartments

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Southwood

Heritage Hills

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Metropolitan Towers

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Paragon Apartments
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8813 18th Ave S, Unit 3

7501 W 101st St, Unit 202

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Devonshire Apartments

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Pebblebrook Flats

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Cedar Glen

The Gables Apartments

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ReNew West Bloomington

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Normandale Lake Estates

Parkview Apartments

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International Village Apartments
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Carbon31

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Stanley Court Apartments

Luxembourg Apartments

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Poplar Bridge

Nicollet Woods

The Highlands Apts and Townhomes

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Ardor on the Bluffs South Loop Residences

Pebblebrook Court

The Fenley

Indigo Apartments
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Tiki Apartments

Noble

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Windfield Estates

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The Covington Apartment Homes

Blooming Meadows North

Oak Pointe Apartments

Penn Village Townhomes

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The Preserve at Normandale Lake

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8161 33rd Ave S, Unit 904
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Bloomington Studio Apartments | $1,444 | $895 | $2,348 |
| Cheap Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $985 | $5,860 |
| Cheap Bloomington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Bloomington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,574 | $1,570 | $9,036 |
| Cheap Bloomington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,950 | $9,950 | $9,950 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bloomington, MN
Pricing Updated: 06/13/2026Current 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 | $3,230 | $1,020 | 390 |
Cheapest Available Bloomington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bloomington, MN is a Studio unit found at Wexford Commons Apartments in the Armatage neighborhood priced from $895. 1001/15 East 66th St. in the Windom neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. 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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| Wexford Commons Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 1001/15 East 66th St. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Richlyn | Unit 22 - 50% AMI | Studio,1BA | $935 |
| Penn Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Nicollet Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
| 7700 Bloomington Ave South | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Lyndale Garden | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Cedar Gate | 1.1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Willow Pond | Elm | Studio,1BA | $1,089 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, MN
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bloomington area is the $1.41 price per square foot Toulouse Model at France 98 in the in the Bloomington West neighborhood starting from $1,914. The second greatest value Bloomington apartment is the Three Bedroom B Model at Core Crossings Apartments starting at $1,804 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Riverside Fields 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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| France 98 | Toulouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Core Crossings Apartments | Three Bedroom B | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Metropolitan Towers | 2.1bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Arbors | 2.1bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 2215 W 74th St | 3 Bed, 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Penn Village Townhomes | Model2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Cedar Gate | 2.1bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Heritage Hills | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Nicollet South Apartments | Senior 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Bluffs of Burnsville | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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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.
Bloomington, MNPopulation: 85,578
Ranked #392
in US Census Population by City
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bloomington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bloomington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bloomington is under $1,089.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bloomington?
The cheapest apartment in Bloomington is 1001/15 East 66th St. which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Bloomington costs $3,230.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bloomington?
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 48 regular apartments in Bloomington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bloomington?
Cheap apartments in Bloomington have an average cost of $214 which is $3,016 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bloomington.
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