
Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN (69 Rentals)


3200 Oakland

3032 3rd Ave S, Unit 2

3228 3rd Ave S, Unit 1

3236 3rd Avenue South, Unit 1

3348 3rd Ave S

3227 Portland Ave

3412 Chicago Ave, Unit 1

3515 2nd Ave S

3336 4th Ave S
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3640 Columbus Ave S

3549 Columbus Ave S

3718 Oakland Ave S

3705 Chicago Ave

3032 3rd Ave S

3145 5th Ave S

3336 4th Ave S

3332 4th Ave S

3312 4th Ave S

3437 Portland Ave S
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3450 Portland Ave

3354 Columbus Ave

Park Apartments

3245 3rd Ave S

3509-3517 S Oakland Ave

3540 5th Ave S

3329 2nd Ave S

500 E 36th St

3412 Chicago Ave

3500 Columbus Ave
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3416 Chicago Ave

3420 Chicago Ave S

Fourth Avenue Apartments

3552 Portland Ave S

3153 Columbus Ave S

3550 Park Ave S

509 E 36th St

3553 Clinton Ave S

3125 3rd Ave S

3121 3rd Ave S
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3136 Chicago Ave

3616 S Portland Ave

3521 2nd Ave S

3601 Park Ave

3123 2nd Ave S

3549 Coumbus Ave S

3543 2nd Ave S

3021 Clinton Ave

3020 Clinton Ave S

3628 S Columbus Ave
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Central, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $1,150 | $1,695 |
| Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
| Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,671 | $1,545 | $1,895 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,822 | $1,795 | $1,850 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $2,995 | $2,995 | $2,995 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 69 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central area of Minneapolis, MN?
As of today, September 11, 2026, there are currently 69 available Central apartments priced from $1,000 to $2,200, with an average monthly rent of $1,422.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central range from $1,150 to $1,695. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,460.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

Authentic Minneapolis: An Insider's Guide to Renting in the City of Lakes
Written by: Stephanie Lica
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I'm Stephanie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Minneapolis, Minnesota. I love life in the Twin Cities.

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