
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Duluth, MN from $550 (131 Rentals)
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The Acres on Arrowhead

613 E 1st St

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Townview Villas

2307 E Superior St

Duluth Board of Trade - Lofts

GLEN PLACE APARTMENTS

Lincoln Park Apartments

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Yorkleigh

113-115 N 22nd Ave W
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Cove Apartments

Lesterwood Apartments

1531 E 1st St

117 E 3rd St

3901 Greysolon Rd

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1331 W 3rd St, Unit 3

CityView Flats

Mount Royal Apartment

310 E 5th St

313 N 7th Ave E, Unit 1st Floor
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4612 W 5th St, Unit 2

Westgate Townhomes

Village Place Apartments

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16 S 19th Ave E, Unit 2

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423 N 15th Ave E, Unit 423

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209 E 4th St, Unit 2

2617-2619 W 3rd St

808 E 3rd St

25 W Redwing St

705 E 6th St
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3101 Restormel St

1206 E 3rd St

2328 1/2 W 6th St, Unit 0.5

327 W 4th St

409 N 51st Ave W

421 N 1st Ave W

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Zenith

2014 Greysolon Rd

Bridgeman Russell

308 E 5th St
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Lincoln Park Flats

307 W 4th St

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Urbane218

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432 E 7th St, Unit 1

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526 E 7th St, Unit 2

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15 E 10th St, Unit 2

Wahldorf

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Piedmont Manor Apartments

Capstone Apartments

Fairmount Cottages
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Duluth, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Duluth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Duluth Studio Apartments | $1,345 | $800 | $1,859 |
| Cheap Duluth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $550 | $2,612 |
| Cheap Duluth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,168 | $780 | $5,712 |
| Cheap Duluth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,092 | $1,200 | $3,495 |
| Cheap Duluth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $1,600 | $1,950 |
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Duluth, MN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Duluth, MN
Pricing Updated: 08/30/2026Current apartment rentals in the Duluth, MN area range in price from $775 to $5,672 with an overall median price of $1,890. The three Duluth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Outer Duluth at $1,450, Park Point at $1,475, and Spirit Valley-Denfeld-Norton Park at $1,610. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Duluth Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Duluth | $1,450 | $1,450 | 1 |
| Park Point | $1,475 | $780 | 8 |
| Spirit Valley-Denfeld-Norton Park | $1,610 | $856 | 10 |
| Lakeside-Lester Park | $1,650 | $975 | 5 |
| Bayview Heights | $1,687 | $856 | 8 |
| Airpark | $1,699 | $900 | 2 |
| Hermantown | $1,699 | $900 | 2 |
| Duluth Heights | $1,722 | $800 | 25 |
| Observation Hill | $1,729 | $775 | 116 |
| Piedmont | $1,742 | $856 | 8 |
Cheapest Available Duluth Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Duluth, MN is a Studio unit found at Lincoln Park Apartments in the Bayview Heights neighborhood priced from $856. 610 Commonwealth Ave in the Fond Du Lac-Gary- New Duluth neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Duluth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $856 |
| 610 Commonwealth Ave | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Eustone Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| CityView Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Cove Apartments | Stern | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Village Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Park Royale Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,137 |
| Leijona Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duluth, MN
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Duluth area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2bd 2bth Model at Maple Glen Estates in the in the Duluth Heights neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Duluth apartment is the 2 Bedroom- br Model at The Harbours starting at $1,985 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Observation Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Duluth apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Glen Estates | 2bd 2bth | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| The Harbours | 2 Bedroom- br | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Tropicana Apartments | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Ridgewood Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Village at Matterhorn | 2 Bedroom Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 2535 Jefferson St, Unit 1 | 2535 Jefferson St | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Leijona Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Lincoln Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Village Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 1416 Weeks Ave, Unit 1416 half | 1416 Weeks Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Duluth Overview
With steep streets like San Francisco but uniquely situated on Lake Superior, Duluth is a place like no other. If you’ve ever wanted to live in the birthp+lace of pie a la mode, apartments in Duluth are just the place for you.
Why live in Duluth, MN?
Duluth is simply an inspiring place. It’s the home of many innovations: pie a la mode, the Duluth Pack, pizza rolls, and the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System, to name a few. Though its innovations might make it seem like a whimsical place, Duluth has a solid economy with jobs in many different areas, including health care, retail, higher education, engineering, aquatic science, aviation, and tourism. Deluthians also know how to take advantage of their surroundings—skiing, sailing, and surfing are popular activities—and living in apartments in Duluth will allow you to become a true Deluthian.
Duluth, MNPopulation: 85,884
Ranked #389
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Duluth, MN
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Duluth Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Duluth?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Duluth is under $1,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Duluth?
The cheapest apartment in Duluth is Eustone Apartments which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Duluth costs $1,890.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Duluth?
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 47 regular apartments in Duluth 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 Duluth?
Cheap apartments in Duluth have an average cost of $525 which is $1,365 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Duluth.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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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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.

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.