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$1,396 - $2,321
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Groove Lofts
608 2nd Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55402
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN (556 Rentals)
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$1,684 - $11,304
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Base Rent$1,680 - $11,300
Required Monthly Fees$4
Total Monthly Price$1,684 - $11,304
Expo
200 University Ave SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$1,927 - $3,572
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Total Monthly Price$1,927 - $3,572
O2
250 Portland AveMinneapolis, MN 55401
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$1,379 - $4,615
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Total Monthly Price$1,379 - $4,615
Moment
650 Portland Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55415
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$1,203 - $1,894
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Lago Apartments
500 W Lake StMinneapolis, MN 55408
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$1,690 - $8,085
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Base Rent$1,600 - $7,995
Required Monthly Fees$90
Total Monthly Price$1,690 - $8,085
240 Park Avenue
240 Park AveMinneapolis, MN 55415
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$1,365 - $4,410
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Base Rent$1,315 - $4,360
Required Monthly Fees$50
Total Monthly Price$1,365 - $4,410
HQ Apartments
816 Portland Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55404
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$1,710 - $6,905
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Forte on the Park
1125 S 2nd StMinneapolis, MN 55415
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$1,367 - $2,833
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Base Rent$1,187 - $2,653
Required Monthly Fees$180
Total Monthly Price$1,367 - $2,833
Hencen
455 Central Ave SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$1,361 - $7,532
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Base Rent$1,290 - $7,461
Required Monthly Fees$71
Total Monthly Price$1,361 - $7,532
270 Hennepin
270 Hennepin AveMinneapolis, MN 55402
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$1,455 - $3,118
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Sora
600 S 5th AveMinneapolis, MN 55415
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$1,688 - $3,314
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The Vicinity
205 Park AveMinneapolis, MN 55415
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$1,367 - $5,425
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Base Rent$1,307 - $5,365
Required Monthly Fees$60
Total Monthly Price$1,367 - $5,425
Rafter
333 E Hennepin AveMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$1,795 - $4,650
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Base Rent$1,695 - $4,550
Required Monthly Fees$100
Total Monthly Price$1,795 - $4,650
Ironclad Residential
811 Washington Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55415
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$1,100 - $1,550
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Total Monthly Price$1,100 - $1,550
Aberdeen Apartments
500 E 14th StMinneapolis, MN 55404
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$1,721 - $15,277
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365 Nicollet
365 Nicollet MallMinneapolis, MN 55401
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$1,403 - $2,839
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Total Monthly Price$1,403 - $2,839
East End
240 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55415
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$1,932 - $9,203
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Base Rent$1,932 - $9,203
Total Monthly Price$1,932 - $9,203
Encore
212 10th Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55415
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$625 - $1,315
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Base Rent$509 - $1,199
Required Monthly Fees$116
Total Monthly Price$625 - $1,315
Yugo Minneapolis 412 Lofts
412 12th Ave SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$799 - $1,130
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Base Rent$749 - $1,080
Required Monthly Fees$50
Total Monthly Price$799 - $1,130
The Bridges Dinkytown
930 University Ave SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$1,445 - $4,085
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The Ellory
225 Portland AveMinneapolis, MN 55401
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$1,800 - $3,550
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Total Monthly Price$1,800 - $3,550
The Elysian
711 4th St SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$835 - $1,040
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Best Apartments
2006-2008 Park AveMinneapolis, MN 55404
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$984 - $1,821
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Cedars 94
2220 E Franklin AveMinneapolis, MN 55404
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$1,613 - $4,108
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4Marq
400 Marquette AveMinneapolis, MN 55401
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$949 - $1,200
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Campus Apartments 700-727 University SE
701 University Ave SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$529 - $1,098
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Base Rent$414 - $983
Required Monthly Fees$115
Total Monthly Price$529 - $1,098
Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown
310 15th Ave SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$1,475 - $4,097
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The Paxon
360 N 1st StMinneapolis, MN 55401
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$1,839
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Base Rent$1,839
Total Monthly Price$1,839
Seven Corners
1400 S 2nd StMinneapolis, MN 55454
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$1,563 - $4,453
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4th and Park
700 S 4th StMinneapolis, MN 55415
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$999 - $1,100
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Base Rent$749 - $850
Required Monthly Fees$250
Total Monthly Price$999 - $1,100
The Knoll Dinkytown
1101 University Ave SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$965 - $1,862
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Five15 on the Park
515 15th Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55454
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$550 - $4,000
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Freund Haus
1015 University Ave SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$1,415 - $2,500
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Intersect
310 N 2nd StMinneapolis, MN 55401
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$1,329 - $2,499
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Base Rent$1,325 - $2,495
Required Monthly Fees$4
Total Monthly Price$1,329 - $2,499
Spectrum Apartments & Townhomes
815 9th Ave SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$1,843 - $8,053
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Maverick
120 Hennepin AveMinneapolis, MN 55401
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$1,190 - $1,490
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The Endurance
725 8th St SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$1,119 - $1,715
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Rivergate Apartments
115 2nd Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55401
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$1,413 - $3,502
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Velo
115 N 2nd StMinneapolis, MN 55401
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$1,750 - $3,370
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Total Monthly Price$1,750 - $3,370
Mill & Main
501 Main St SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$1,353 - $1,548
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Total Monthly Price$1,353 - $1,548
ELEVATE Apartment Homes
1117 Marquette AveMinneapolis, MN 55403
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$1,423 - $3,428
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7west
1800 Washington Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55454
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$1,668 - $3,405
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Second & Second
120 2nd St NMinneapolis, MN 55401
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$1,679 - $11,439
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Total Monthly Price$1,679 - $11,439
Nordhaus Apartment Homes
309-315 1st Ave NEMinneapolis, MN 55413
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$750 - $925
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Total Monthly Price$750 - $925
Lilium Apartments and Centennial Place
706 9th St SMinneapolis, MN 55404
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$1,775 - $1,975
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Total Monthly Price$1,775 - $1,975
2nd Street Lofts
129 N 2nd StMinneapolis, MN 55401
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$525 - $895
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Bierman Place
1401 6th St SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$1,350 - $1,435
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Stone Arch II
520 2nd St SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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$1,460 - $9,755
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NIC on 5th
465 Nicollet MallMinneapolis, MN 55401
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$1,335 - $3,691
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Total Monthly Price$1,335 - $3,691
Soo Line
101 S 5th StMinneapolis, MN 55402
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Downtown East, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown East Studio Apartments | $1,382 | $725 | $2,301 |
| Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,777 | $800 | $6,629 |
| Downtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,571 | $549 | $8,928 |
| Downtown East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,142 | $829 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,333 | $799 | $3,500 |
| Downtown East 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,526 | $2,500 | $4,000 |
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,665 | $2,000 | $3,895 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,560 | $620 | $2,500 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $2,795 | $2,795 | $2,795 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $775 | $775 | $775 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown East, Minneapolis, MN
Ranked #21
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 and neighborhoods across the USA, including Minneapolis-St. Paul. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
A family-friendly community may be just the ticket if you have young children when you rent. Downtown East has established a name for itself as a leading neighborhood 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. This includes features like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and great school districts.
Outdoors Rating
Love the outdoors? this neighborhood is known as providing favorable access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This section of town has come to be one of our preferred higher-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, concierge services, views, access to parks, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury communities also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Do you have dogs or cats? this area ranks as one of the best communities for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown East
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown East area of Minneapolis, MN?
As of today, September 13, 2026, there are currently 556 available Downtown East apartments priced from $549 to $11,439, with an average monthly rent of $2,177.
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown East?
There are currently 261 Studio Apartments in Downtown East with rent ranges from $725 to $2,301 with an average price of $1,382.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown East Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown East ranges from $800 to $6,629 with an average monthly rent of $1,777.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown East cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown East range from $549 to $8,928. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,571.
How expensive are Downtown East Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 102 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown East on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $829 to $11,439 - averaging $3,142 for the location.
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