
Cheap Homes for Rent in Hennepin County, MN from $600 (121 Rentals)
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432 Ridgewood Ave, Unit attic penthouse

2417 Como Ave SE

709 7th St SE

3706 N Penn Ave

3549 Emerson Ave S, Unit 001

16275 Chankahda Trl

2217 Colfax Ave South, Unit Studio

3455 Chicago Ave, Unit 2

1975 Central Ave
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1716 Tyler St NE

3308 Girard Ave S, Unit 101

2218 Nicollet Ave, Unit 23

2009 Commerce Blvd, Unit #103

1716 E 80th St, Unit Apt. 1

8813 18th Ave S, Unit 1

1321 Division St

5910 W Broadway, Unit 10

2747 DuPont Ave S, Unit 201

1435 Marshall St NE
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10896 Territorial Trl

2616 Harriet Ave, Unit 215

4200 Lake Breeze Ave N

15 S 1st St, Unit A1516

3625 Aldrich Ave S, Unit 201

6007 W Broadway Ave, Unit Hidden Park Condo

810 9th Ave S

4451 Bloomington Ave

3200 Minnehaha Ave

427 6th St SE
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2600 University Ave SE

3142 W Bde Maka Ska Blvd

431 S 7th St

5430 S 34th Ave

6615 Lake Shore Dr S, Unit Apt 115

5911 Oxford St

611 N 24th Ave

2006 N Penn Ave

930 Westbrooke Way

930 Westbrooke Way, Unit 930-1
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431 S 7th St, Unit Apt 2610

1304 W Medicine Lake Dr, Unit Apt 118

1204 Harmon Pl, Unit #10

1709 N 26th Ave

7336 72nd Ln N

7501 W 101st St, Unit 202

2700 Rosalyn Ct

8813 18th Ave S, Unit 3

2716 Grand Ave S

2202 Hennepin Ave
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Hennepin County, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hennepin County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hennepin County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,051 | $1,100 | $6,250 |
| Hennepin County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,617 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Hennepin County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,381 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Hennepin County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,124 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| Hennepin County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,063 | $660 | $10,000+ |
| Hennepin County 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Hennepin County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hennepin County, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Bottineau Commons and Lofts in the Northeast neighborhood priced from $280. Allianze Sr. Community in the Brooklyn Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hennepin County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bottineau Commons and Lofts | 2BR-D-MARI | 2BR,1BA | $280 |
| Allianze Sr. Community | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $500 |
| Radius | C4 | 3BR,2BA | $599 |
| Peregrine | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Shoreline Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $653 |
| Enclave Overlook Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $691 |
| Holmes Park Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $723 |
| Remington Apartments | Studio September Move In | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| Lilium Apartments and Centennial Place | 900 Centennial Place Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Brentwood Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $752 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hennepin County, MN
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hennepin County area is the $0.69 price per square foot 1023 James Ave N Model at 1023 James Ave N, Unit 1023 in the in the Greater Near North neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Hennepin County apartment is the G2: 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms Model at Factory Lofts starting at $776 with a $0.52 price per square foot in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hennepin County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1023 James Ave N, Unit 1023 | 1023 James Ave N | 2BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| Factory Lofts | G2: 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms | 3BR,3BA | $0.52 |
| The Marshall | 3X35A | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.70 |
| University Village | Large 2B2B - Private | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown | 2 Bed, 2 Bath DinkyDome Double | 2BR,2BA | $0.43 |
| The Bridges Dinkytown | B7 | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| 801 4th St SE, Unit Limelight | 801 4th St SE | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Bierman Place | The Quad - By-the-bed | 4BR,2BA | $0.50 |
| Radius | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| 1707 Glenwood Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Hennepin County
What type of rentals are currently available in Hennepin County?
There are currently 4320 Apartments for Rent in Hennepin County, MN with pricing that ranges from $280 to $20,457. There are also 561 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hennepin County ranging from $625 to $17,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hennepin County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hennepin County ranges from $625 to $17,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,120.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hennepin County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hennepin County range from $739 to $14,158, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $649.
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