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

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2514 Girard Ave S
$595 - $975
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2514 Girard Ave S

2514 Girard Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55405
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$650 - $725

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$700

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1316 7th St SE

MinneapolisMN55414
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Rose
$725 - $1,695
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Rose

1928 Portland AveMinneapolis, MN 55404
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Remington Apartments
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$745 - $1,300
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Remington Apartments

708 5th St SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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Brentwood Apartments
$752 - $762
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$735 - $745
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$752 - $762
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Brentwood Apartments

117-127 W Grant StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Haverhill Apartments
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$782 - $837
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$765 - $820
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$782 - $837
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Haverhill Apartments

32-34 Spruce PlMinneapolis, MN 55403
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$800

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$800

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1820 1st Ave S

MinneapolisMN55403

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Loring Grove Apartments
$825 - $965
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Loring Grove Apartments

125 Oak Grove StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Oak Grove Downtown
$840 - $902
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Oak Grove Downtown

116 Oak Grove StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Aster Apartments
$840
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$790
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Aster Apartments

1800 Fremont Ave NMinneapolis, MN 55411
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315 11th Ave SE
$850 - $2,250
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$850 - $2,250

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315 11th Ave SE

315 11th Ave SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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22 on the River
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$850 - $2,594
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$850 - $2,594

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22 on the River

22 27th Ave SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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AVID Uptown
$862 - $1,212
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$795 - $1,145
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$862 - $1,212
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AVID Uptown

3431 Dupont Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55408
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The Villa Apartments
$875 - $945
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$825 - $895
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The Villa Apartments

1111 S 7th StMinneapolis, MN 55415
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Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Minneapolis, MN

Pricing Updated: 07/09/2026

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Lilly Lake$1,469$85033
Central$1,653$9257
Downtown Prior Lake$1,700$1,20020
Grainwood$1,700$1,20020
Spring Lake$1,700$1,20020
Hazel Park$1,701$87577
Jordan$1,717$1,1165
Skyview Park$1,745$62036
South Grove$1,772$62022
Perry Avenue$1,777$910120

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bottineau Commons and Lofts2BR-D-MARI2BR,1BA$280
RadiusC43BR,2BA$599
Cretin CourtStudioStudio,1BA$635
Shoreline PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$653
Iris Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$720
Holmes Park Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$723
Remington ApartmentsStudio September Move InStudio,1BA$745
Lilium Apartments and Centennial Place900 Centennial Place StudioStudio,1BA$750
Brentwood Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$752
Seven CornersStudioStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1023 James Ave N, Unit 10231023 James Ave N2BR,1BA$0.69
Factory LoftsG2: 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms3BR,3BA$0.52
Grand & Finn IINow leasing for 2026-27 School Year!!4BR,2BA$0.64
Marshall at Finn4B/2B4BR,2BA$0.58
University VillageLarge 2B2B - Private2BR,2BA$0.88
Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown2 Bed, 2 Bath DinkyDome Double2BR,2BA$0.44
The Bridges DinkytownB72BR,2BA$0.84
Bierman PlaceThe Quad - By-the-bed4BR,2BA$0.50
Marshall Suites Furnished Luxury ApartmentsLuxury4BR,2BA$0.65
RadiusC23BR,2BA$0.86

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Enjoy Twin Cities Campus Life: Top Minneapolis Neighborhoods for Student Renters

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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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Stephanie4+ years in Minneapolis

February 25, 2025

A 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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