
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Observation Hill Neighborhood of Duluth, MN from $400 (56 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Observation Hill area of Duluth.


Townview Villas

Duluth Board of Trade - Lofts

Lincoln Park Apartments

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Yorkleigh

GLEN PLACE APARTMENTS

CityView Flats

224 E 6th St

1802 W 3rd St

Cove Apartments
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Village Place Apartments

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209 E 4th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1207 E 4th St, Unit 1207, Unit 1207

Zenith

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Urbane218

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The Overlook

2316 W 9th St

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218 E 5th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

412 N 11th Ave E

Bridgeman Russell
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514 E 6th St

Lincoln Park Flats

Highland Village Apartments

1302 W 1st St

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1209 E 4th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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723 E 5th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

117-129 N 2nd Ave E, Unit C5

906 North 6th Ave E

17 E 6th St

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432 E 7th St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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223 N 11th Ave E

801 E 2nd Street

18 N 2nd Ave E

Windwood Townhomes

RosePoint

Eustone Apartments

Hollywood and Williams Apartments

Cascade Apartments

Parkwood

Bayview
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1820 - 1828 W 2nd Street

Buckingham Green Apartments

1818 W 2nd St

Chester Terrace

Cove 2

Brewery Creek Apartments

602 N 10th Ave E

Portland Manor

Pennel Park Commons

Leijona Apartments
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Observation Hill, Duluth, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Observation Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Observation Hill Studio Apartments | $1,368 | $785 | $1,859 |
| Observation Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,996 | $969 | $2,612 |
| Observation Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,582 | $1,075 | $5,822 |
| Observation Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,038 | $1,300 | $3,487 |
| Observation Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $1,950 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Observation Hill Neighborhood of Duluth, MN.
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Cheapest Available Observation Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Observation Hill area of Duluth, MN is a Studio unit found at GLEN PLACE APARTMENTS priced from $905. Lincoln Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $969. Here are the most affordable Observation Hill apartments for rent in Duluth, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLEN PLACE APARTMENTS | Studio | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| Lincoln Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Leijona Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,071 |
| Village Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Piedmont Manor Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Bridgeman Russell | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| CityView Flats | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| The Overlook | 2 Bdrm /1 Bath/LV - Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Baypoint Shoreline | 1 Bedroom - brv REMODEL | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Cove Apartments | Bridge | 2BR,2BA | $1,590 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Observation Hill, MN
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Observation Hill area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2 Bedroom- br Model at The Harbours in the in the Observation Hill neighborhood starting from $1,985. The second greatest value Observation Hill apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Lincoln Park Apartments starting at $1,666 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Bayview Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Observation Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Harbours | 2 Bedroom- br | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Lincoln Park Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Baypoint Estates | 2 Bedroom -bre REMODEL | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Cove Apartments | Bridge | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Bridgeman Russell | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Overlook | 2 Bdrm /1 Bath/LV - Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| CityView Flats | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Village Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom Market Rate | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Leijona Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Piedmont Manor Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Observation Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Observation Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Observation Hill is under $1,590.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Observation Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Observation Hill is Leijona Apartments which is listed at $1,071, while the average apartment in Observation Hill costs $2,237.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Observation Hill?
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 8 regular apartments in Observation Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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