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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis Studio Apartments | $1,312 | $640 | $5,541 |
Minneapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $500 | $5,800 |
| Minneapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,158 | $469 | $10,000+ |
| Minneapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,389 | $495 | $10,000+ |
| Minneapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,108 | $479 | $7,953 |
| Minneapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,510 | $2,750 | $3,895 |
There are currently 43773 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Minneapolis, MN that range in price from $500 to $5,800. Kenwood, Nicollet Island and Outlying Hennepin Far Western Suburbs are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Minneapolis with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenwood | 646 | $1,588 | $782 |
| Nicollet Island | 614 | $1,617 | $691 |
| Outlying Hennepin Far Western Suburbs | 571 | $1,616 | $842 |
| Glenwood Junction | 569 | $1,459 | $500 |
| North Sumner Glenwood | 561 | $1,653 | $691 |
| South Sumner Glenwood | 561 | $1,650 | $691 |
| Uptown Cedar Isles Dean | 559 | $1,525 | $782 |
| Eagan Burnsvle Inner Gr Hts W St Paul | 554 | $1,400 | $902 |
| East Lyn Lake | 535 | $1,519 | $782 |
| St. Anthony West | 530 | $1,660 | $691 |
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Minneapolis, MN is found at Nordhaus Apartment Homes in the Greater Central neighborhood and is 1,913 square feet priced from $5,800. MAX in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,423 square feet and currently listed start at $2,567. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Minneapolis:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nordhaus Apartment Homes | B10DPH | 1,913 Sq Ft | $5,800 |
| MAX | B8 | 1,423 Sq Ft | $2,567 |
| Groove Lofts | Frank | 1,374 Sq Ft | $2,152 |
| Edina Gateway | 1,359 Sq Ft | $2,545 | |
| Creamette Historic Lofts | 1 Bedroom plus Den | 1,253 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
| Central Park West | Red Spruce 1 Plus Den | 1,226 Sq Ft | $2,899 |
| The Lakes Residences | B10 | 1,218 Sq Ft | $3,000 |
| Lynwood Pointe | 2 Bedroom | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,135 |
| Metropolitan Towers | 1.1+denC | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,255 |
As of January 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Minneapolis, MN is the 1X1 Model starting from $500 at Allianze Sr. Community in the Twin Lakes neighborhood. The second most affordable Minneapolis 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Shelby Commons starting at $624 in the Greater Central neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Minneapolis is currently $1,548. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Minneapolis:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Allianze Sr. Community | 1X1 | $500 |
| Shelby Commons | One Bedroom | $624 |
| 814-8TH | 1BR/1.0BA | $760 |
| Haverhill Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $782 |
| Cretin Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $789 |
| Shoreline Plaza | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $792 |
| Stevens Community Apartments | 1B/1Ba | $795 |
| 2741 Pillsbury | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 2741 Pillsbury | $799 |
| 225/227/233 Oak Grove St – Oak Grove Downtown | Triplets Small 1 Bedroom | $850 |
| 2417 Garfield Ave Apartments | Origen Living | 1BR/1.0BA | $862 |
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Where the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers meet, sits Minneapolis and its sister city Saint Paul. With Minneapolis having the largest population in the state and Saint Paul being the capital, these Twin Cities form the second-largest economic center of the Midwest. The area is surrounded by scenic water parks, including rivers, lakes, wetlands, and waterfalls, making it the perfect city for watersport fans. Connected by the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway, these green spaces link together through seven districts around the city. Minneapolis is also considered a global city and a significant contributor to the world economy. With the fifth-highest number of Fortune 500 companies in the country, apartments in Minneapolis are perfect for young professionals to live.
The Twin Cities are considered the Midwest’s cultural capital with more than 60 museums, 30 stage theaters, and ten dance companies. With unique attractions, world-class dining, and miles of green spaces, it has the best of two cities for the price of one. With nearly two dozen Fortune 500 companies calling Minneapolis home, such as UnitedHealth Group, Target, and Best Buy, the local economy continues to grow. No sales tax on clothing makes shopping at the Mall of America, the largest mall in the country, that much better.
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Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Minneapolis is at Allianze Sr. Community listed at $500.
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Minneapolis is $1,548.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Minneapolis is a 1,913 square feet unit starting from $5,800 at Nordhaus Apartment Homes.
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Minneapolis is currently 709 sq ft.
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