Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Diamond Lake Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $800 (40 Rentals)

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99 E 54th St

MinneapolisMN55419

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Diamond Lake Properties
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Diamond Lake Properties

100-102 W Diamond Lake RdMinneapolis, MN 55419
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4844 Chicago
1 Bedroom Apartments

4844 Chicago

4844 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55417
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4422 Nicollet Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

4422 Nicollet Ave

4422 Nicollet AveMinneapolis, MN 55419
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Casablanca
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casablanca

4711 Nicollet Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55419
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InHabit Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

InHabit Apartments

5924 Pillsbury Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55419
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Rustic Lodge
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rustic Lodge

4815 Nicollet AveMinneapolis, MN 55419
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Cedar Apartments
Studio Apartments

Cedar Apartments

7244 Cedar Ave SRichfield, MN 55423
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Pleasant Ave Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pleasant Ave Apartments

6401-6421 Pleasant AveRichfield, MN 55423
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1001/15 East 66th St.
1 Bedroom Apartments

1001/15 East 66th St.

1001-1015 E 66th StRichfield, MN 55423
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Hub Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hub Apartments

200-212 W 65th StRichfield, MN 55423
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Eastfield
1 Bedroom Apartments

Eastfield

7137 Chicago Ave SRichfield, MN 55423
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Lynwood Flats
2 Bedroom Apartments

Lynwood Flats

800-840 W 65th StRichfield, MN 55423
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Pleasant Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pleasant Apartments

6313 Pleasant Ave SRichfield, MN 55423
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Diamond Lake - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Minneapolis

Named as one of the Best Affordable Areas to rent in Minneapolis by our Minneapolis Local Expert Stephanie Lica. See how it ranks!

Diamond Lake, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

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 Karmel Apartments priced from $895. Portland Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Diamond Lake apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Karmel ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
Portland TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$999
Lyndale Garden1 Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$1,025
5544/5301 Chicago Ave S5600 Nicollet1BR,1BA$1,075
Woodlake ParkLynwood1BR,1BA$1,140
The Chamberlain ApartmentsS3Studio,1BA$1,234
Hiawatha FlatsSAStudio,1BA$1,250
Wexford Commons Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,275
Rya ApartmentsAngoraStudio,1BA$1,307
Lynvue ApartmentsCove AA1Studio,1BA$1,345

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Diamond Lake, MN

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Diamond Lake area is the $2.30 price per square foot 2BR Penthouse - PH1 Model at The Aubrey in the in the Powderhorn neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Diamond Lake apartment is the 3BR/1.0BA Model at NIC 44 starting at $1,899 with a $1.90 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Aubrey2BR Penthouse - PH12BR,2BA$2.30
NIC 443BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$1.90
WoodhavenA3R1BR,1BA$1.97
Wexford Commons Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.70
Woodlake ParkLynwood1BR,1BA$1.69
5544/5301 Chicago Ave S5600 Nicollet1BR,1BA$1.59
Hiawatha FlatsSAStudio ,1BA$2.20
Lyndale Garden1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.01
The Chamberlain ApartmentsS3Studio ,1BA$2.42
Karmel ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.24

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Diamond Lake, Minneapolis, MN

Ranked #117

Among neighborhoods in Minneapolis, MN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Diamond Lake Neighborhood in Minneapolis, MN

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Diamond Lake Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Diamond Lake?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Diamond Lake is at Karmel Apartments listed at $895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Diamond Lake Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Diamond Lake Apartment is $1,025 at Lyndale Garden.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Diamond Lake Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Diamond Lake is starting from $1,275 at Wexford Commons Apartments.

What is the most affordable Diamond Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Diamond Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Karmel Apartments and starts from $1,800.

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