
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Duluth Neighborhood of Duluth, MN from $400 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Duluth area of Duluth.


Duluth Board of Trade - Lofts

115 E 3rd St

Cove Apartments

CityView Flats

Village Place Apartments

504 N 2nd Ave E

Total Monthly Price
325 E 8th St, Unit 2
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817 W 4th St, Unit Apt 1

Bridgeman Russell

118 E 3rd St

Total Monthly Price
15 E 10th St, Unit 3

Total Monthly Price
1331 W 3rd St, Unit 103
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327 W 4th St
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Downtown Duluth, Duluth, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Duluth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Duluth Studio Apartments | $1,450 | $785 | $1,783 |
| Downtown Duluth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,092 | $1,095 | $2,536 |
| Downtown Duluth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $1,100 | $5,746 |
| Downtown Duluth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $1,100 | $1,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Duluth Neighborhood of Duluth, MN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Duluth Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Duluth area of Duluth, MN is a Studio unit found at Cascade Apartments priced from $735. Cove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Downtown Duluth apartments for rent in Duluth, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Apartments | Studio Renovated | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| Cove Apartments | Oar | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| CityView Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Village Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Bridgeman Russell | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Duluth, MN
As of November 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Duluth apartment is the 7 W Superior St Model at 7 W Superior St, Unit Unit 1 starting at $2,700 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Observation Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown 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 |
| 7 W Superior St, Unit Unit 1 | 7 W Superior St | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Harbours | 2 Bedroom- br | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Bridgeman Russell | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Village Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Overlook | 2 Bdrm /1 Bath/LV - Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Duluth Board of Trade - Lofts | Twe Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 521 W 2nd Street - Leijona | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 325 E 8th St, Unit 2 | 325 E 8th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| CityView Flats | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.07 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Duluth, Duluth, MN
Ranked #21
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Duluth, Duluth, and the greater Duluth area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Downtown Duluth Neighborhood in Duluth, MN
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
53 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Downtown Duluth Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Duluth?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Duluth is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Duluth?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Duluth is Cascade Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Downtown Duluth costs $2,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 4 regular apartments in Downtown Duluth that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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