
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown West Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $400 (175 Rentals)
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214 Oak Grove | Origen Living

Shoreline Plaza

Spruce Place Apartments

Stevens Community Apartments

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Brentwood Apartments

Copenhagen Enterprises

Stradford Flats

Loring Manor Apartments

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Haverhill Apartments
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Stage Apartments, LLC

Loring Park Flats

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Loring Grove Apartments

116 Oak Grove St – Oak Grove Downtown

1910 1st Ave S

Artistry on 10th

The Park Apartments

St. George Apartments

Hawthorne Gates

225/227/233 Oak Grove St – Oak Grove Downtown
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Oak Grove Apartment Hotel

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The Villa Apartments

Loring Park

Abbott Apartments

Grove 94

1401 Willow St

605 S 9th St

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225 Place Apartments

706 S 9th St

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Lowry Hill Apartments
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Three-Thirty-Three Oak Grove

Nico East

Ladder 260

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1910 1st Ave S

St Anthony Mills Apartments

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Drexel Apartments

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1786 Hennepin Ave S, Unit 11

1101 S 7th St

East Village

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LaSalle Apartments
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Eitel Apartments

409 University Ave SE

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214 Place Apartments

Laurel Village

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440 Ridgewood Ave, Unit 202

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FIT

Arrive Loring Park

Marquee

1500 Nicollet
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Downtown West, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown West Studio Apartments | $1,304 | $652 | $2,599 |
| Downtown West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,732 | $624 | $6,899 |
| Downtown West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,653 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,729 | $1,536 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,341 | $5,341 | $5,341 |
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There are currently 175 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown West Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown West area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Paige Hall priced from $551. Shelby Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $624. Here are the most affordable Downtown West apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paige Hall | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $551 |
| Shelby Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $624 |
| Shoreline Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $653 |
| Spruce Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Buri Manor | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Stevens Community Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Brentwood Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $717 |
| The Balmoral | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $718 |
| Holmes Park Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $723 |
| Copenhagen Enterprises | 1728 3rd Ave Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown West, MN
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown West area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3BR/1.5BA Model at 1512 in the in the Greater Central neighborhood starting from $2,175. The second greatest value Downtown West apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Shelby Commons starting at $1,338 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Greater Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1512 | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Shelby Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 1400-1408 Spruce Pl – Oak Grove Downtown | Spruce 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 1785 Bryant Ave S | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Three-Thirty-Three Oak Grove | 1 bed 1 Beth | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Haverhill Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| FIT | Renovated - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 409 University Ave SE | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| St. George Apartments | Studio-Deluxe | Studio ,1BA | $1.31 |
| Stevens Community Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.46 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Minnesota including Downtown West, 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 the best outdoor access, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown West Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown West?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown West is at Paige Hall listed at $551.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown West Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown West Apartment is $624 at Shelby Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown West Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown West is starting from $723 at Holmes Park Village.
What is the most affordable Downtown West Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Holmes Park Village and starts from $792.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!