
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Golden Valley, MN from $700 (71 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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West End Apartments

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Valley Creek West

The Winn at Golden Valley

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Mallard Creek

Hello Apartments

640 Wisconsin Ave N

Colonial Apartments
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West End Trails

Crosswoods Apartments

Duluth Street Flats

Valley View

Laurel West End

The Laurel West

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Hampshire House

Westwood Chateau Apartments

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2700-2727 Rhode Island Ave S. (Rhode Island Chateau)

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Westwood Gardens
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The Theodore Apartments 55+

Park West Apartments

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CEDAR RIDGE APARTMENT HOMES

10301 Cedar Lk Rd S

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Overlook on 100

Minnetonka Hills Apartments

Westwind Apartments

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Lou Park

Idaho Park West

7414 W 22nd St, Unit 112, Unit 112
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10521 Cedar Lk Rd S

10401 Cedar Lk Rd S, Unit Unit 505

Tamarind Apartments

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The Bryn

Talo

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Willow Creek

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Shelard Village Apartments

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L and E Apartments

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Park Pointe

2150 Ridge Dr, Unit 38, Unit 38
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Xenia Apartments

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Arcata Apartments

450 Ford Rd, Unit 205, Unit 205

10531 Cedar Lake Rd, Unit 312, Unit 312

The Woodlands of Minnetonka Apartments

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Creekside Apartments

The Mera

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The Gables at Park Pointe

Siena Apartment Homes

Arlo West End
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Studio Apartments | $1,713 | $1,390 | $2,211 |
| West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,118 | $2,716 |
| West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $1,298 | $4,085 |
| West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,487 | $2,095 | $4,406 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 71 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 $1,049. Crosswoods Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,065. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Golden Valley, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Crosswoods Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| 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 |
| 2700-2727 Rhode Island Ave S. (Rhode Island Chateau) | 1L | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| The Theodore Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedroom (B-50) | 1BR,1BA | $1,203 |
| Valley Village Apartments | 1B Main | 1BR,1BA | $1,208 |
| Park West Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Overlook on 100 | Overlook on 100 1 Bedroom 2 Balconies | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, MN
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $1.42 price per square foot 2237 Hampshire Ave S Model at 2237 Hampshire Ave S, Unit 2 in the in the Elmwood neighborhood starting from $2,600. 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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| 2237 Hampshire Ave S, Unit 2 | 2237 Hampshire Ave S | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Shelard Village Apartments | The Blue Jay | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Laurel West End | Laurel West | One Bed B | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Duluth Street Flats | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Minnetonka Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| West End Apartments | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Tamarind Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 2700-2727 Rhode Island Ave S. (Rhode Island Chateau) | 1L | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Westwood Chateau Apartments | 1 Bedroom/Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Q2 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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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 Talo listed at $1,406.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment is $1,049 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 $1,298 at Trentwood 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 Winn at Golden Valley and starts from $3,770.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
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