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| 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 |
There are currently 203 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown East Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
See all Apartments in MinneapolisThe apartment community in the Downtown East area of Minneapolis, MN that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Studios at 7 Corners with prices starting from $1,045 and a Pet Friendly score of 3.8 of 4. Encore scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,932. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown East apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studios at 7 Corners | 3.8/4 | Cedar-Riverside | $1,045 |
| Encore | 3.8/4 | Mill District | $1,932 |
| Spectrum Apartments & Townhomes | 3.8/4 | Marcy-Holmes | $1,329 |
| Intersect | 3.8/4 | Warehouse District | $1,415 |
| Stone Arch I | 3.6/4 | Marcy-Holmes | $1,303 |
| 409 University Ave SE | 3.6/4 | Marcy-Holmes | $850 |
| 365 Nicollet | 3.6/4 | Downtown West | $1,721 |
| Moment | 3.6/4 | Elliot Park | $1,379 |
| Best Apartments | 3.4/4 | Ventura Village | $835 |
| Five15 on the Park | 3.4/4 | Cedar-Riverside | $965 |
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown East of Downtown East is the Studio Model at Best Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $835. The second cheapest Downtown East Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio Studio unit at 409 University Ave SE starting at $850. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown East apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Best Apartments | Studio | $835 |
| 409 University Ave SE | Studio | $850 |
| Five15 on the Park | A2 | $965 |
| Moment | Prelude | $1,379 |
| Stone Arch I | Studio (s1mb mkt) | $1,392 |
| Spectrum Apartments & Townhomes | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom - Rise | $1,399 |
| Intersect | 1G | $1,545 |
| Luna Apartments | Aquila | $1,853 |
| 365 Nicollet | b1 | $2,703 |
| Encore | Ballad | $2,879 |
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Do you have a family with children? Downtown East is a top 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, pet amenities, playgrounds, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to the finest learning and education resources.
We think living with the outdoors is critically important. This neighborhood is a highly-rated residential neighborhood for parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Are there dogs and cats in your life? this area is amongst the finest communities for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown East is at Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown listed at $529.
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown East is $2,308.
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown East is a 2,889 square feet unit starting from $1,679 at Nordhaus Apartment Homes.
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown East is currently at 599 sq ft.
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