
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Duluth, MN from $400 (118 Rentals)
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Townview Villas

332 N 21st Ave W

Duluth Board of Trade - Lofts

Lincoln Park Apartments

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Yorkleigh

GLEN PLACE APARTMENTS

201 E 6th St

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The Overlook

CityView Flats
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Mount Royal Apartment

25 W Redwing St

6209 Raleigh St

Westgate Townhomes

Bridgeman Russell

Cove Apartments

Village Place Apartments

1802 W 3rd St

3901 Greysolon Rd

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209 E 4th St, Unit 2
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1207 E 4th St, Unit 1207

924 E 6th St

The Acres on Arrowhead ll

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Urbane218

Lesterwood Apartments

15 E 8th St

2530 W 2nd St

230 E 4th St

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1511 E 4th St, Unit 3

Village at Matterhorn
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17 E 6th St

Lincoln Park Flats

Highland Village Apartments

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1209 E 4th St, Unit 2

1206 E 3rd St

910 N 22nd Ave W

906 North 6th Ave E

421 N 18th Ave E

820 W 4th St

Capstone Apartments
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Villa Hills

1612 E 6th St

Fairmount Cottages

Vue at BlueStone

217 E 7th St

116 E 3rd St

2618 W 5th St

223 N 11th Ave E

Zenith

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432 E 7th St, Unit 1
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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 | $1,352 | $785 | $1,859 |
| Cheap Duluth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $750 | $2,612 |
| Cheap Duluth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,272 | $800 | $5,822 |
| Cheap Duluth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,038 | $1,275 | $3,495 |
| Cheap Duluth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $1,750 | $2,500 |
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Duluth, MN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Duluth, MN
Pricing Updated: 05/31/2026Current apartment rentals in the Duluth, MN area range in price from $750 to $5,822 with an overall median price of $2,436. The three Duluth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bayview Heights at $856, Spirit Valley-Denfeld-Norton Park at $856, and Park Point at $800. 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 | $1,825 | $856 | 7 |
| Spirit Valley-Denfeld-Norton Park | $1,825 | $856 | 6 |
| Park Point | $1,850 | $800 | 13 |
| Piedmont | $1,850 | $856 | 8 |
| West End | $2,213 | $785 | 124 |
| Duluth Heights | $2,400 | $785 | 15 |
| Kenwood | $2,400 | $900 | 6 |
| Airpark | $2,500 | $900 | 4 |
| Chester Park | $2,500 | $750 | 121 |
| Downtown Duluth | $2,500 | $785 | 115 |
Cheapest Available Duluth Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Duluth, MN is a Studio unit found at GLEN PLACE APARTMENTS in the Duluth Heights neighborhood priced from $905. Cascade Apartments in the Observation Hill 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 Duluth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLEN PLACE APARTMENTS | Studio | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| Cascade Apartments | Renovated unique one bedrooms with all utilitie... | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Bridgeman Russell | Studio Loft | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Village Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Park Royale Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,132 |
| The Acres on Arrowhead ll | Unit A - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Village at Matterhorn | 2 Bedroom Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Lincoln Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duluth, MN
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Duluth area is the $1.70 price per square foot 3B A Model at Zenith in the in the East End neighborhood starting from $3,299. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zenith | 3B A | 3BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| The Harbours | 2 Bedroom- br | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Lincoln Park Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Village at Matterhorn | 2 Bedroom Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Cove Apartments | Bridge | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Ridgewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| CityView Flats | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Village Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Bridgeman Russell | Studio Loft | Studio ,1BA | $1.54 |
| 1416 Weeks Ave, Unit 1416 half | 1416 Weeks Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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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
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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 $1,225.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Duluth?
The cheapest apartment in Duluth is Cascade Apartments which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Duluth costs $2,436.
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 $467 which is $1,969 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Duluth.
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.