
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, MN from $600 (176 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 | $1,438 | $895 | $2,205 |
| Cheap Bloomington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,520 | $960 | $3,645 |
| Cheap Bloomington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,918 | $1,065 | $5,140 |
| Cheap Bloomington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,351 | $1,511 | $5,320 |
| Cheap Bloomington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $1,640 | $3,399 |
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Bloomington, MN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bloomington, MN
Pricing Updated: 01/28/2026Current 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 | $3,399 | $921 | 329 |
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. Nicollet Woods Apartments in the East Bloomington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. 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 |
| Nicollet Woods Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Penn Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Carriage Manor Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 2215 W 74th St | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $998 |
| Nicollet Court | 1.1bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,018 |
| 7700 Bloomington Ave South | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Lynn Court | Itasca | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| Cedar Gate | 1.1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Willow Pond | Elm | Studio,1BA | $1,084 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bloomington, MN
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bloomington area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at York Plaza in the in the Armatage neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Bloomington apartment is the Three Bedroom B Model at Core Crossings Apartments starting at $1,588 with a $1.26 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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| York Plaza | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Core Crossings Apartments | Three Bedroom B | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| The Arbors | 1.1+den | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Paragon Apartments | B | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Nicollet Woods Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Bluffs of Burnsville | 2 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Metropolitan Towers | 1.1+denB | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Cedar Gate | 1.1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Winton House Apartments | The Zera | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Nicollet South Apartments | Senior 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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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.
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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 $1,084.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bloomington?
The cheapest apartment in Bloomington is Nicollet Woods Apartments which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Bloomington costs $3,399.
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 73 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 $304 which is $3,095 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bloomington.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Minneapolis
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I'm Stephanie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Minneapolis, MN. I've lived in Minnesota all my life, save for a brief stint in Wisconsin.

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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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