
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Minneapolis, MN from $300 (1,631 Rentals)
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2514 Girard Ave S

Shoreline Plaza

1316 7th St SE

Copenhagen Enterprises

Rose

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Remington Apartments

Lilium Apartments and Centennial Place

2704 Aldrich Ave S, Unit 1 (2704)

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Brentwood Apartments
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Seven Corners

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Haverhill Apartments

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2417 Garfield Apartments

Stevens Community Apartments

The Miro

Parkline Flats

Spruce Place Apartments

Bridgewater Crossings

1820 1st Ave S

3419 Nicollet Avenue
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The Roselle

Loring Park Flats

Loring Manor Apartments

Stradford Flats

Stage Apartments, LLC

Pinewood Apartments

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8109 30th Ave N, Unit Room for Rent

2709 Park Ave S

The Commodore

St. Anthony Village
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Lowry Hill Apartments

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Loring Grove Apartments

The Parkway Apartments

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Oak Grove Downtown

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Aster Apartments

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225–233 Oak Grove – Oak Grove Downtown

2426 Blaisdell

The Park Apartments

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315 11th Ave SE
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Bossen Park Apartments

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22 on the River

Hawthorne Gates

Diamond Lake

Blue Goose Cooperative

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AVID Uptown

Greenway Apartments

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The Villa Apartments

Mall Apartments

409 University Ave SE
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Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Minneapolis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Minneapolis Studio Apartments | $1,313 | $595 | $2,529 |
| Cheap Minneapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $750 | $6,649 |
| Cheap Minneapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,191 | $280 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Minneapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,603 | $739 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Minneapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,378 | $649 | $9,950 |
| Minneapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,196 | $2,100 | $7,309 |
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Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Minneapolis, MN
Pricing Updated: 07/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Minneapolis, MN area range in price from $280 to $20,457 with an overall median price of $3,134. The three Minneapolis neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lilly Lake at $850, Central at $925, and Downtown Prior Lake at $1,200. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Minneapolis Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Lilly Lake | $1,469 | $850 | 33 |
| Central | $1,653 | $925 | 7 |
| Downtown Prior Lake | $1,700 | $1,200 | 20 |
| Grainwood | $1,700 | $1,200 | 20 |
| Spring Lake | $1,700 | $1,200 | 20 |
| Hazel Park | $1,701 | $875 | 77 |
| Jordan | $1,717 | $1,116 | 5 |
| Skyview Park | $1,745 | $620 | 36 |
| South Grove | $1,772 | $620 | 22 |
| Perry Avenue | $1,777 | $910 | 120 |
Cheapest Available Minneapolis Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Minneapolis, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Bottineau Commons and Lofts in the Northeast neighborhood priced from $280. Radius in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $599. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Minneapolis apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Bottineau Commons and Lofts | 2BR-D-MARI | 2BR,1BA | $280 |
| Radius | C4 | 3BR,2BA | $599 |
| Cretin Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $635 |
| Shoreline Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $653 |
| Iris Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $720 |
| 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 |
| Seven Corners | Studio | Studio,1BA | $760 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Minneapolis, MN
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 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 |
| Grand & Finn II | Now leasing for 2026-27 School Year!! | 4BR,2BA | $0.64 |
| Marshall at Finn | 4B/2B | 4BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| University Village | Large 2B2B - Private | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown | 2 Bed, 2 Bath DinkyDome Double | 2BR,2BA | $0.44 |
| The Bridges Dinkytown | B7 | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Bierman Place | The Quad - By-the-bed | 4BR,2BA | $0.50 |
| Marshall Suites Furnished Luxury Apartments | Luxury | 4BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| Radius | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
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Minneapolis Overview
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.
Why live in Minneapolis, MN?
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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Minneapolis, MN Area Reviews
Stephanie • 4+ years in Minneapolis
February 25, 2025A dream city for outdoorsy types who crave an urban experience...there's nothing like a day at the lakes or hitting up the Grand Rounds. Add amazing theater (like the Guthre) and restaurants and you have the perfect urban (but not too urban) lifestyle. The cost of living is going up but still pretty reasonable compared to most cities of a similar size and with similar cultural opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Minneapolis Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Minneapolis?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Minneapolis is under $760.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Minneapolis?
The cheapest apartment in Minneapolis is Haverhill Apartments which is listed at $782, while the average apartment in Minneapolis costs $3,134.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Minneapolis?
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 11,634 regular apartments in Minneapolis that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Minneapolis?
Cheap apartments in Minneapolis have an average cost of $418 which is $2,716 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Minneapolis.
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