
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Duluth, MN from $400 (61 Rentals)
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Lincoln Park Apartments

509 N 3rd Ave E

1702 E 2nd St

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Yorkleigh

Duluth Board of Trade - Lofts

5 S 63rd Ave W

115 E 3rd St

Lesterwood Apartments

CityView Flats
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4813 W 5th St

Urbane218

2312 W 10th St

Cove Apartments

Mount Royal Manor

Westgate Townhomes

Village Place Apartments

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1207 E 4th St, Unit 1207

1127 E 3rd St
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The Acres on Arrowhead ll

Fairmount Cottages

Highland Village Apartments

Village at Matterhorn

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2025 W 4th St, Unit 2027B

906 North 6th Ave E
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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 | $1,336 | $785 | $1,783 |
| Cheap Duluth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $850 | $2,536 |
| Cheap Duluth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,331 | $1,075 | $5,746 |
| Cheap Duluth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,016 | $1,250 | $3,899 |
| Cheap Duluth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,737 | $1,425 | $2,000 |
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Duluth, MN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Duluth, MN
Pricing Updated: 12/15/2025Current apartment rentals in the Duluth, MN area range in price from $785 to $5,746 with an overall median price of $2,413. The three Duluth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bayview Heights at $850, Spirit Valley-Denfeld-Norton Park at $850, and Piedmont at $850. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayview Heights | $1,845 | $850 | 16 |
| Spirit Valley-Denfeld-Norton Park | $1,845 | $850 | 22 |
| Piedmont | $1,907 | $850 | 22 |
| Park Point | $2,087 | $800 | 26 |
| West End | $2,117 | $785 | 45 |
| Fond Du Lac Gary New Duluth | $2,165 | $1,175 | 5 |
| Morgan Park-Smithville-Riverside | $2,165 | $1,155 | 10 |
| Hunters Park | $2,250 | $850 | 21 |
| Observation Hill | $2,262 | $785 | 58 |
| Duluth Heights | $2,295 | $785 | 40 |
Cheapest Available Duluth Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Duluth, MN is a Studio unit found at Cascade Apartments in the Observation Hill neighborhood priced from $735. Park Royale Apartments in the Bayview Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $943. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Duluth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Apartments | Secure this studio NOW! Renovated studio with k... | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| Park Royale Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $943 |
| Lesterwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| CityView Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Lincoln Park Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Cove Apartments | Shoreline | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Village Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Highland Village Apartments | 1BR KNOLL | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Village at Matterhorn | 2 Bedroom Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Bridgeman Russell | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duluth, MN
As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Duluth area is the $1.11 price per square foot 429 N 10th Ave E Model at 429 N 10th Ave E, Unit 429 in the in the East End neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Duluth apartment is the 920 E 9th St Model at 920 E 9th St, Unit 2 starting at $1,600 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the East End 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 429 N 10th Ave E, Unit 429 | 429 N 10th Ave E | 5BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 920 E 9th St, Unit 2 | 920 E 9th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1605 E 4th St, Unit 2 | 1605 E 4th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Tropicana Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Lincoln Park Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 16 S 19th Ave E, Unit 3 | 16 S 19th Ave E | 3BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Summit Ridge Luxury Apartments | Park Point | 3BR,2BA | $0.64 |
| 15 E 10th St, Unit 3 | 15 E 10th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Village at Matterhorn | 2 Bedroom Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Park Royale Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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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.
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Getting Around Duluth, MN
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 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 $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Duluth?
The cheapest apartment in Duluth is Cascade Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Duluth costs $2,413.
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 86 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 $729 which is $1,684 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Duluth.
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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