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

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509 N 3rd Ave E

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1702 E 2nd St

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Yorkleigh
$895 - $1,380
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Yorkleigh

1017 London RdDuluth, MN 55802
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property at 5 S 63rd Ave W

5 S 63rd Ave W

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property at 115 E 3rd St

115 E 3rd St

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property at 4813 W 5th St

4813 W 5th St

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property at 2312 W 10th St

2312 W 10th St

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1207 E 4th St, Unit 1207
$1,125
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1, 2026

1207 E 4th St, Unit 1207

1207 E 4th StDuluth, MN 55805
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property at 1127 E 3rd St

1127 E 3rd St

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property at 906 North 6th Ave E

906 North 6th Ave E

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801 E 2nd Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

801 E 2nd Street

801 E 2nd StDuluth, MN 55805
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18 N 2nd Ave E
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

18 N 2nd Ave E

18 N 2nd Ave EDuluth, MN 55802
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Windwood Townhomes
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Windwood Townhomes

807 Upham RdDuluth, MN 55811
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RosePoint
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

RosePoint

730 E 2nd StDuluth, MN 55805
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Eustone Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Eustone Apartments

301-307 E 3rd StDuluth, MN 55805
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Cascade Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cascade Apartments

101 W 3rd StDuluth, MN 55806
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1717 E 4th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1717 E 4th St

1717 E 4th StDuluth, MN 55812
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Parkwood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkwood

1301 E 4th StDuluth, MN 55805
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Irving School
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Irving School

101 N 56th Ave WDuluth, MN 55807
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1711 E 1st St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1711 E 1st St

1711 E 1st StDuluth, MN 55812
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Bayview
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayview

621 Upham RdDuluth, MN 55811
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Decker Dwellings
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Decker Dwellings

4715 Decker RdDuluth, MN 55811
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Cliffside Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cliffside Apartments

525 Kenwood AveDuluth, MN 55811
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1818 W 2nd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1818 W 2nd St

1818 W 2nd StDuluth, MN 55806
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Chester Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chester Terrace

1224 E 1st StDuluth, MN 55805
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Cove 2
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cove 2

5 W 1st StDuluth, MN 55802
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Portland Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Portland Manor

831 E 4th StDuluth, MN 55805
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Faith Haven
1 Bedroom Apartments

Faith Haven

4901 Grand AveDuluth, MN 55807
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Duluth, MN

Pricing Updated: 12/15/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bayview Heights$1,845$85016
Spirit Valley-Denfeld-Norton Park$1,845$85022
Piedmont$1,907$85022
Park Point$2,087$80026
West End$2,117$78545
Fond Du Lac Gary New Duluth$2,165$1,1755
Morgan Park-Smithville-Riverside$2,165$1,15510
Hunters Park$2,250$85021
Observation Hill$2,262$78558
Duluth Heights$2,295$78540

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cascade ApartmentsSecure this studio NOW! Renovated studio with k...Studio,1BA$735
Park Royale Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$943
Lesterwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$975
CityView FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Lincoln Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,095
Cove ApartmentsShoreline1BR,1BA$1,100
Village Place Apartments1 Bedroom Market Rate1BR,1BA$1,100
Highland Village Apartments1BR KNOLL1BR,1BA$1,199
Village at Matterhorn2 Bedroom Market Rate2BR,1BA$1,200
Bridgeman RussellOne Bedroom Loft1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
429 N 10th Ave E, Unit 429429 N 10th Ave E5BR,1BA$1.11
920 E 9th St, Unit 2920 E 9th St3BR,1BA$1.00
1605 E 4th St, Unit 21605 E 4th St3BR,1BA$1.10
Tropicana Apartments2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.31
Lincoln Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.17
16 S 19th Ave E, Unit 316 S 19th Ave E3BR,1BA$1.24
Summit Ridge Luxury ApartmentsPark Point3BR,2BA$0.64
15 E 10th St, Unit 315 E 10th St2BR,1BA$1.31
Village at Matterhorn2 Bedroom Market Rate2BR,1BA$1.22
Park Royale Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,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.

Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
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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

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.