
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Minneapolis, MN Under $1,200 (88 Rentals)
Rental terms in Minneapolis as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Marko Apartments

FIT

Rym Apartments

Aberdeen Apartments

409 University Ave SE

The Central

Uptown Lake Apartments

Uptown Square

East Village
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MoDI Apartments

Girard Apartments

Pillsbury Apartments | 2200

2600 Bryant Ave S

Wexford Commons Apartments

Garfield Court
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2001 Bryant Ave S

116 Oak Grove St – Oak Grove Downtown

2300 Aldrich Ave S

22 on the River
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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 |
---|---|---|---|
Minneapolis Studio Apartments | $1,267 | $640 | $3,560 |
Minneapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $500 | $6,050 |
Minneapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,147 | $479 | $10,000+ |
Minneapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $495 | $10,000+ |
Minneapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,573 | $495 | $10,000+ |
Minneapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,477 | $2,029 | $7,580 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMinneapolis, MN
Ranked #1
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Minneapolis, MN
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
83 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Short-term Minneapolis Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Minneapolis?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Minneapolis is at 22 on the River listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Minneapolis Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Minneapolis is $1,926.
What is the largest Short-term Minneapolis Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Minneapolis is a 3,450 square feet unit starting from $2,150 at The Lakes Residences.
What is the average size for Minneapolis Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Minneapolis is currently at 580 sq ft.
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Written by: Stephanie Lica
I'm Stephanie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Minneapolis, MN. I've lived in Minnesota all my life, save for a brief stint in Wisconsin.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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