Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $1,545 (5 Rentals)

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property at 3348 3rd Ave S
$1,575

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Base Rent$1,575

Total Monthly Price$1,575
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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3348 3rd Ave S

MinneapolisMN55408

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property at 3227 Portland Ave S
$1,795

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Base Rent$1,795

Total Monthly Price$1,795
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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3227 Portland Ave S

MinneapolisMN55407

Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at 3533 2nd Avenue priced from $880. 3336 4th Ave S has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Central apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3533 2nd Avenue3533 2nd Ave - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$880
3336 4th Ave S3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$1,595
The CentralLynhurst2BR,1BA$1,673

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, MN

As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $1.45 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 3336 4th Ave S in the in the Powderhorn neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Central apartment is the Lynhurst Model at The Central starting at $1,673 with a $2.29 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3336 4th Ave S3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$1.45
The CentralLynhurst2BR,1BA$2.29
3533 2nd Avenue3533 2nd Ave - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.53

Frequently Asked Questions about Central

What type of rentals are currently available in Central?

There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Central, MN with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $2,200. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central ranging from $1,545 to $2,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central ranges from $1,545 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,790.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central range from $1,695 to $2,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,200.

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