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property at 1623 E 5th St

$1,200

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4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1623 E 5th St

DuluthMN55812
property at 923 E Central Entrance

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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property at 1201 N 7th Ave E

$1,250

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$1,250

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1201 N 7th Ave E

DuluthMN55805
property at 5018 Tioga St

$1,250

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$1,250

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Feb 6

5018 Tioga St

DuluthMN55804
property at 731 E 5th St

$1,290

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$1,290

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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731 E 5th St, Unit 1

731 E 5th St
DuluthMN55805

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property at 4824 W 6th St

$1,350

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$1,350

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Mar 6

4824 W 6th St

DuluthMN55807
property at 921 E 8th St

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Mar 2

921 E 8th St

DuluthMN55805

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property at 1229 Commonwealth Ave

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jan 23

Duluth, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Duluth, MN

Pricing Updated: 01/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Duluth, MN area range in price from $785 to $5,821 with an overall median price of $2,485. The three Duluth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Piedmont at $850, Bayview Heights at $850, and Spirit Valley-Denfeld-Norton Park at $800. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Duluth Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Piedmont$1,907$85028
Bayview Heights$2,005$85016
Spirit Valley-Denfeld-Norton Park$2,005$80017
Duluth Heights$2,047$78547
Fond Du Lac Gary New Duluth$2,165$1,4457
Morgan Park-Smithville-Riverside$2,165$1,33910
West End$2,189$78541
Rural Duluth$2,326$90033
Airpark$2,358$90015
Hermantown$2,358$90015

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
521 W 2nd Street - Leijona1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,071
Mount Royal ManorEfficiency / 1 Bathroom - (5th and 6th Floor)Studio,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duluth, MN

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Duluth area is the $1.00 price per square foot 920 E 9th St Model at 920 E 9th St, Unit 2 in the in the East End neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Duluth apartment is the 1303 E 2nd St Model at 1303 E 2nd St, Unit 1 starting at $1,600 with a $1.07 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.
920 E 9th St, Unit 2920 E 9th St3BR,1BA$1.00
1303 E 2nd St, Unit 11303 E 2nd St3BR,2BA$1.07
1605 E 4th St, Unit 21605 E 4th St3BR,1BA$1.10
Lincoln Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.17
16 S 19th Ave E, Unit 316 S 19th Ave E3BR,1BA$1.24
Tropicana Apartments2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.33
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

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Duluth

What type of rentals are currently available in Duluth?

There are currently 303 Apartments for Rent in Duluth, MN with pricing that ranges from $785 to $5,821. There are also 73 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Duluth ranging from $550 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Duluth?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Duluth ranges from $550 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,062.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Duluth?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Duluth range from $1,250 to $3,899, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,290 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,675.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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!