Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Brainerd Neighborhood of Brainerd, MN (52 Rentals)

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property at 1324 M St NE
$1,500

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Base Rent$1,500
Total Monthly Price$1,500
12 Month Lease Term
3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent
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1324 M St NE

BrainerdMN56401
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property at 2100 Breilly Ct
$1,449

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Base Rent$1,449
Total Monthly Price$1,449
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 25

2100 Breilly Ct

BrainerdMN56401
property at 922 Broadway St
$995

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Base Rent$995
Total Monthly Price$995
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Nov 5

922 Broadway St

BrainerdMN56401
property at 1509 Norwood St
$895

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Base Rent$895
Total Monthly Price$895
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Dec 1

1509 Norwood St

BrainerdMN56401
property at 501 3rd Ave NE
$995

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Base Rent$995
Total Monthly Price$995
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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501 3rd Ave NE

BrainerdMN56401

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property at 507 S 5th St
$1,595

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Base Rent$1,595
Total Monthly Price$1,595
4 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent
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507 S 5th St

BrainerdMN56401
property at 420 3rd Ave NE
$1,095

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Base Rent$1,095
Total Monthly Price$1,095
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 30

420 3rd Ave NE

BrainerdMN56401
property at 306 4th Ave NE
$1,600

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Base Rent$1,600
Total Monthly Price$1,600
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1

306 4th Ave NE

BrainerdMN56401
property at 1001 W Laurel St
$1,400

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Base Rent$1,400
Total Monthly Price$1,400
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 9

1001 W Laurel St

BrainerdMN56401
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Cypress Court Apartments
$1,205 - $1,870

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Base Rent$1,205 - $1,870
Total Monthly Price$1,205 - $1,870
6 Month Lease Term
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Cypress Court Apartments

13060 Cypress DrBaxter, MN 56425
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property at 13153 Berrywood Dr
$2,245

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Base Rent$2,245
Total Monthly Price$2,245
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 15

13153 Berrywood Dr

BaxterMN56425
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Brainerd Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brainerd Lofts

217 S 7th StBrainerd, MN 56401

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214 S 8th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

214 S 8th St

214 S 8th StBrainerd, MN 56401
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223 8th St N
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

223 8th St N

223 8th St NBrainerd, MN 56401
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519 Kingwood St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

519 Kingwood St

519 Kingwood StBrainerd, MN 56401
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315 N 4th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

315 N 4th St

315 N 4th StBrainerd, MN 56401
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320 N 9th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

320 N 9th St

320 N 9th StBrainerd, MN 56401

Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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2307 Hillcrest Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2307 Hillcrest Dr

2307 Hillcrest DrBrainerd, MN 56401
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2500 Hillcrest Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2500 Hillcrest Dr

2500 Hillcrest DrBrainerd, MN 56401
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2409 Hillcrest Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2409 Hillcrest Dr

2409 Hillcrest DrBrainerd, MN 56401

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College Drive
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

College Drive

701-757 Brian LnBrainerd, MN 56401
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Valley View Townhomes
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valley View Townhomes

701 SW 6th StBrainerd, MN 56401
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Circle Pines Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Circle Pines Apartments

603 Circle Pines DrBrainerd, MN 56401
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Parkway Apartments
2 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway Apartments

1203 W Campus DrBrainerd, MN 56401
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Brainerd South
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brainerd South

1969 S 7th StBrainerd, MN 56401

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Downtown Brainerd, Brainerd, MN Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown Brainerd, Brainerd, MN

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Brainerd

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Brainerd area of Brainerd, MN?

As of today, September 13, 2026, there are currently 52 available Downtown Brainerd apartments priced from $727 to $2,075, with an average monthly rent of $1,306.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Brainerd Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Brainerd ranges from $727 to $1,550 with an average monthly rent of $1,219.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Brainerd cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Brainerd range from $850 to $1,885. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,422.

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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.