
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Diamond Lake Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $850 (73 Rentals)
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Bossen Park Apartments

4225 Bloomington Ave

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Garden Apartments

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ReNew Minnehaha

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5544/5301 Chicago Ave S

4610 Bryant Ave S

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Hiawatha Flats

Karmel Apartments

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City Limits Apartments

5223 Bloomington Ave

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Diamond Pointe Apartments

4224 Cedar Ave S

4436 Grand Ave S

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5817 Blaisdell Ave, Unit 5817

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Creek Terrace

7311 Aldrich Ave S

4642 Bloomington Ave
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4549 5th Ave S, Unit 4549 5th Ave S

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707 W 44th St, Unit 2

6336 Nicollet Ave, Unit 1

4844 Chicago

Wexford Commons Apartments

4422 Nicollet Ave

Casablanca

5301 Chicago Avenue South

4532 Bryant Ave S

4840 Chicago
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4900 Chicago

InHabit Apartments

5600 Nicollet

Nicollet Manor

4233 Nicollet Ave S

Rustic Lodge

5430 S 34th Ave

6615 Lake Shore Dr S

Fuller Park Flats

5749 33rd Ave S
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The Pearl Apartments

Windom Gables

NIC 44

Village Shores

7215 12th Ave S

5604 1st Ave S

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Richlyn

Lyndale Gardens

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Riley

South Pleasant Apartments
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Diamond Lake, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Diamond Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Lake Studio Apartments | $1,309 | $850 | $1,729 |
| Diamond Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,435 | $850 | $1,879 |
| Diamond Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,831 | $1,125 | $2,620 |
| Diamond Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,191 | $1,615 | $2,945 |
| Diamond Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Diamond Lake Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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Cheapest Available Diamond Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Diamond Lake area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Diamond Lake priced from $850. Richlyn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $886. Here are the most affordable Diamond Lake apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Lake | East - Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Richlyn | Unit 2 - 50% AMI | Studio,1BA | $886 |
| 4225 Bloomington Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Garden Apartments | 1Bed/Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Lyndale Gardens | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| South Pleasant Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| ReNew Minnehaha | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Henley (6324-6344 Lyndale) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Hiawatha Flats | SA | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Karmel Apartments | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Diamond Lake, MN
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Diamond Lake area is the $1.94 price per square foot 2BR Penthouse - PH2 Model at The Aubrey in the in the Armatage neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Diamond Lake apartment is the Harriet Model at City Limits Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Armatage neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Diamond Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Aubrey | 2BR Penthouse - PH2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| City Limits Apartments | Harriet | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Diamond Pointe Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Cedar Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| ReNew Minnehaha | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| South Pleasant Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Karmel Apartments | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 4225 Bloomington Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Lyndale Gardens | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Garden Apartments | 1Bed/Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Diamond Lake Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Diamond Lake?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Diamond Lake is under $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Diamond Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Diamond Lake is 4225 Bloomington Ave which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Diamond Lake costs $1,455.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Diamond Lake?
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 2 regular apartments in Diamond Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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