
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Golden Valley, MN from $700 (66 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West End area of Golden Valley.


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Trentwood Apartments

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Valley Village Apartments

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Valley Creek West

Hello Apartments

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West End Apartments

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Mallard Creek

The Winn at Golden Valley

Colonial Apartments

West End Trails
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Crosswoods Apartments

Duluth Street Flats

Valley View

Laurel West End

The Laurel West

8542 Plymouth Ave N

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Hampshire House

Westwood Chateau Apartments

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Westwood Gardens

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Rhode Island Chateau Apartments
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5813 W 25 1/2 St, Unit Lower Level

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The Theodore Apartments 55+

Idaho Park West

Park West Apartments

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CEDAR RIDGE APARTMENT HOMES

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Overlook on 100

10531 Cedar Lake Rd, Unit 213

7414 W 22nd St, Unit 112

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Lou Park

Minnetonka Hills Apartments
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Willow Creek

Tamarind Apartments

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The Bryn

Westwind Apartments

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Shelard Village Apartments

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L and E Apartments

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Arcata Apartments

Altitude Residences

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Park Pointe

Xenia Apartments
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Creekside Apartments

The Woodlands of Minnetonka Apartments

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The Flats at West End

The Mera

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The Axis

Talo

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Siena Apartment Homes

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Wren on the Creek

The Penhurst

The Quentin
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West End, Golden Valley, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| West End Studio Apartments | $1,765 | $1,374 | $2,211 |
| West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,759 | $707 | $2,799 |
| West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,344 | $1,300 | $3,945 |
| West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,214 | $2,095 | $4,406 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West End Neighborhood of Golden Valley, MN.
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Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End area of Golden Valley, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Q2 priced from $995. Cabana Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Golden Valley, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Q2 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Cabana Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Trentwood Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,118 |
| Westwood Gardens | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Westwood Chateau Apartments | 1 Bedroom/Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Rhode Island Chateau Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Theodore Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedroom (B-50) | 1BR,1BA | $1,203 |
| Idaho Park West | One bedroom, one bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Valley Village Apartments | 1B Main | 1BR,1BA | $1,279 |
| Countryside Estates | Greenwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,283 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, MN
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $1.44 price per square foot 2 w/balcony Model at CEDAR RIDGE APARTMENT HOMES in the in the South Oak Hill neighborhood starting from $1,499. The second greatest value West End apartment is the The Blue Jay Model at Shelard Village Apartments starting at $1,680 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Shelard Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| CEDAR RIDGE APARTMENT HOMES | 2 w/balcony | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| Shelard Village Apartments | The Blue Jay | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Cabana Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Westwood Gardens | 2R - Ren | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Minnetonka Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Hampshire House | The Alvin | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Valley View | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Rhode Island Chateau Apartments | 1L | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Westwood Chateau Apartments | 1 Bedroom/Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Q2 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including West End, Golden Valley, and the greater Golden Valley 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 searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West End?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West End is at Arcata Apartments listed at $1,493.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment is $995 at Q2.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West End Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West End is starting from $1,100 at Cabana Apartments.
What is the most affordable West End Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Laurel West and starts from $2,112.
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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.