
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN (599 Rentals)


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Expo

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O2

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Moment

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Lago Apartments

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240 Park Avenue

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HQ Apartments

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The Hall Lofts

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Forte on the Park

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Hencen
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270 Hennepin

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Nico East

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Marquee

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Sora

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Bowler Lofts

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The Vicinity

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Rafter

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Ironclad Residential

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Aberdeen Apartments

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365 Nicollet
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East End

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Encore

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The Ellory

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The Elysian

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Best Apartments

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LaSalle Apartments

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Eitel Apartments

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Grove 94

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Loring Park Flats

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Campus Apartments 700-727 University SE

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The Paxon

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LPM Apartments

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Seven Corners

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Marquette Place

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One Ten Grant

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4th and Park

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Laurel Village

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Stevens Community Apartments

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Five15 on the Park
Downtown - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Minneapolis
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Intersect

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The Abbey Apartments

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Duffey Lofts

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1500 Nicollet

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Maverick

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Rivergate Apartments

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Phoenix North Loop

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Velo

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Mill & Main

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Downtown, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,304 | $653 | $3,523 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $782 | $6,629 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,598 | $907 | $8,928 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,269 | $1,325 | $9,203 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,306 | $2,600 | $5,341 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,737 | $2,000 | $3,895 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,560 | $620 | $2,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 599 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown, Minneapolis, MN
Ranked #13
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Downtown, Minneapolis, and the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have kids when you rent. This residential area is a leading area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, and having the most respected education resources available.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like parks and greenspace? this residential submarket is a highly-rated neighborhood for having parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
Downtown has established a name for itself as one of our favorite luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, maid services, views, access to parks, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, raquetball courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
Dog and cat owners, listen up! this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown area of Minneapolis, MN?
As of today, September 12, 2026, there are currently 599 available Downtown apartments priced from $653 to $9,203, with an average monthly rent of $2,015.
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown?
There are currently 302 Studio Apartments in Downtown with rent ranges from $653 to $3,523 with an average price of $1,304.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown ranges from $782 to $6,629 with an average monthly rent of $1,718.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown range from $907 to $8,928. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,598.
How expensive are Downtown Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 83 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,325 to $9,203 - averaging $3,269 for the location.
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