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

Karmel Apartments

99 E 54th St

5701 Lyndale Ave S

Creek Terrace Apartments

5544/5301 Chicago Ave S
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Oaks Station Place

Fuller Park Flats

Hiawatha Flats

City Limits Apartments

4721 Lyndale Ave S, Unit 2

4721 Lyndale Ave S

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Portland Terrace

Lyndale Garden

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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 |
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Diamond Lake Studio Apartments | $1,398 | $875 | $2,109 |
Diamond Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $895 | $2,285 |
Diamond Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,888 | $1,220 | $3,635 |
Diamond Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,117 | $1,450 | $3,195 |
Diamond Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Karmel Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Portland Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
Lyndale Garden | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
5544/5301 Chicago Ave S | 5600 Nicollet | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Woodlake Park | Lynwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
The Chamberlain Apartments | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,234 |
Hiawatha Flats | SA | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Wexford Commons Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Rya Apartments | Angora | Studio,1BA | $1,307 |
Lynvue Apartments | Cove AA1 | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Aubrey | 2BR Penthouse - PH1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
NIC 44 | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Woodhaven | A3R | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Wexford Commons Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Woodlake Park | Lynwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
5544/5301 Chicago Ave S | 5600 Nicollet | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Hiawatha Flats | SA | Studio ,1BA | $2.20 |
Lyndale Garden | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
The Chamberlain Apartments | S3 | Studio ,1BA | $2.42 |
Karmel Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDiamond Lake, Minneapolis, MN
Ranked #117
Among neighborhoods in Minneapolis, MN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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
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.
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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