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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown East Studio Apartments | $1,349 | $725 | $3,389 |
| Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $885 | $8,859 |
| Downtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,408 | $469 | $9,268 |
| Downtown East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,064 | $809 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,114 | $915 | $3,500 |
| Downtown East 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,909 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown East Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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Receive 1 MONTH FREE if you move in by May 15. 13+ month lease required. Terms & conditions apply.Expires 04-25-2026
Big Savings are here! Lease today and receive ONE-month free rent on select units. Schedule a Tour Today and Learn more!Expires 04-25-2026
Enjoy up to 6 months free on select homes! *Lease terms apply. Restrictions apply. Specials, pricing, and availability are subject to change daily. Contact the leasing office for detailsExpires 04-25-2026
Rent Today and receive Two Months Free plus $500 off your Move-In! * This special applies to specific months and is offered at select locations only. Must move-in within 30 days of application submission. Terms and conditions apply, contact the onsite team for details. We Pay Utilities! * - Water - Sewer - Trash - Gas *Residents will be responsible for any utilities for which they receive a bill directly from the service provider. This may include electricity, internet/cable, etc.Expires 04-25-2026
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MAY MOVE-IN SPECIAL! Move in this May and receive up to $2,500 in leasing specials! PLUS - were offering additional deals on select apartment homes coming available soon. Call our leasing office for full details and availability. *Specials, pricing and availability subject to change daily. Contact the leasing office for details.Expires 04-25-2026
FREE RENT! New residents receive 1/2 OFF their 1st Full Month's Rent with a signed leased!Expires 04-25-2026
For a limited time, receive up to $2,500 off select apartments when you apply by May 1st! *Restrictions apply. Specials, pricing and availability subject to change daily. Contact the leasing office for details.Expires 04-25-2026
Looking to Make The Grand Mill District Your Home? Up to One Month Free on select homes! *Restrictions apply. Specials, pricing and availability subject to change daily. Contact the leasing office for details.Expires 04-25-2026
Enjoy Big Savings! Receive 1-month free rent on select units. Contact us or schedule a tour today.Expires 04-25-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown East, MN. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
1 month free. Select apartments, conditions apply. Please call for details.Expires 04-30-2026
Advertised rates include all applicable promotions.Expires 08-01-2026
Please contact our team for our current leasing specials!Expires 05-31-2026
Make Marcy Park your new home and get 1/2 off your 1st month's rent! Conditions apply.Expires 04-30-2026
One month free for any immediate move-inExpires 07-31-2026
Call to hear about our New Specials. Must move-in by 6/1/2026. 1 month free on our 2 bed units. New tenants only. Subject to limitations.Expires 04-30-2026
$1,000 SIGNING BONUS for ANY 12 month lease! Ask for additional details! Limitations ApplyExpires 05-31-2026
First month $1000 off for Fall 2026 No admin fee - no application fee!Expires 04-30-2026
Get one month of free rent on a 13-month lease!Expires 04-30-2026
Ask about our Look & Lease Specials!Expires 04-26-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown East is at Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown listed at $469.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown East is $2,778.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown East is a 2,889 square feet unit starting from $1,739 at Nordhaus Apartment Homes.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown East is currently at 597 sq ft.
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