
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $800 (24 Rentals)
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3200 Oakland Ave
Central, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Studio Apartments | $1,053 | $1,013 | $1,088 |
Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,168 | $995 | $1,341 |
Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $1,450 | $1,450 |
Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $2,350 | $2,350 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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3533 2nd Avenue | 3533 2nd Ave - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
The Central | Howe | Studio,1BA | $1,013 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, MN
As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $1.43 price per square foot 3533 2nd Ave - 1 Bedroom Model at 3533 2nd Avenue in the in the Powderhorn neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value Central apartment is the Page Model at The Central starting at $1,063 with a $2.72 price per square foot in the Powderhorn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3533 2nd Avenue | 3533 2nd Ave - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
The Central | Page | Studio ,1BA | $2.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral, Minneapolis, MN
Ranked #164
Among neighborhoods in Minneapolis, MN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Central Neighborhood in Minneapolis, MN
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
94 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
57 / 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.
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