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15 E Grant StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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26 Oak Grove StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio Apartments Available NowLilium Apartments and Centennial Place
706 9th St SMinneapolis, MN 55404
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Brentwood Apartments
117-127 W Grant StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLoring Manor Apartments
1512-1518 Spruce PlMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Haverhill Apartments
32-34 Spruce PlMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowStevens Community Apartments
128 E 18th StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSpruce Place Apartments
1365 Spruce PlMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Roselle
910 Portland Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55404
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowStradford Flats
16 E 15th StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityStage Apartments, LLC
814-816 Hennepin AveMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Lowry Hill Apartments
1770 Hennepin AveMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Parkway Apartments
1501 Lasalle AveMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Oak Grove Downtown
116 Oak Grove StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Park Apartments
1430 Spruce PlMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHawthorne Gates
1205 Hawthorne AveMinneapolis, MN 55403
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$850
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Studio Apartments Available NowLoring Park Flats
330 Oak Grove StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Loring Grove Apartments
125 Oak Grove StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityGrove 94
215 Oak Grove StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio Apartments Available NowThe Commodore
1417 LaSalle AveMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Buckingham Apartments
1500 LaSalle AveMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio Apartments Available NowSt. George Apartments
137 E 17th StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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225 Place Apartments
225 W 15th StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLoring Park
1300 Yale PlMinneapolis, MN 55403
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The Villa Apartments
1111 S 7th StMinneapolis, MN 55415
1901 Stevens Ave, Unit 105
1901 Stevens Ave
MinneapolisMN55403
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThree-Thirty-Three Oak Grove
333 Oak Grove StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNico East
1725 Nicollet AveMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Five15 on the Park
515 15th Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55454
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAbbott Apartments
110 18th St EMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Drexel Apartments
1009 Park AveMinneapolis, MN 55404
220 E 19th St
MinneapolisMN55403
431 S 7th St
MinneapolisMN55415
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowArtistry on 10th
95 S 10th StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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LaSalle Apartments
36 S 9th StMinneapolis, MN 55402
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City Place Lofts
730 Hennepin AveMinneapolis, MN 55403
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now409 University Ave SE
409 University Ave SEMinneapolis, MN 55414
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Elms
1400-1420 Portland AveMinneapolis, MN 55404
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 10Oak Grove Apartment Hotel
230 Oak Grove StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMarquee
1410 Nicollet AveMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio Apartments Available Aug 1Aberdeen Apartments
500 E 14th StMinneapolis, MN 55404
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The Jameson Apartments
606 E 15th StMinneapolis, MN 55404
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityLaurel Village
1254 Hennepin Ave NMinneapolis, MN 55403
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214 Place Apartments
214 W 15th StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRivergate Apartments
115 2nd Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55401
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The Redwell
1020 3rd St NMinneapolis, MN 55401
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1910 1st Ave S
1910 1st Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55403
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1500 Nicollet
1500 Nicollet Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55403
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225–233 Oak Grove – Oak Grove Downtown
233 Oak Grove StMinneapolis, MN 55403
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRidgewood Arches
221-229 Ridgewood AveMinneapolis, MN 55403
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Downtown West, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown West Studio Apartments | $1,336 | $653 | $3,210 |
| Downtown West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $782 | $9,009 |
| Downtown West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,751 | $1,050 | $9,268 |
| Downtown West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,378 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,145 | $2,950 | $5,341 |
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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 Shoreline Plaza priced from $653. Holmes Park Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $723. Here are the most affordable Downtown West apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreline Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $653 |
| Holmes Park Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $723 |
| Lilium Apartments and Centennial Place | 900 Centennial Place Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Brentwood Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $752 |
| 214 Oak Grove | Origen Living | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $772 |
| Loring Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Haverhill Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $782 |
| Stevens Community Apartments | 1B/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Spruce Place Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Roselle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown West, MN
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown West area is the $1.39 price per square foot 926 13th Ave S Model at 926 13th Ave S, Unit 2 in the in the Greater Central neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Downtown West apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 1785 Bryant Ave S starting at $1,345 with a $1.49 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 926 13th Ave S, Unit 2 | 926 13th Ave S | 4BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| 1785 Bryant Ave S | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Three-Thirty-Three Oak Grove | 1 bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| St Anthony Mills Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Haverhill Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Abbott Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 409 University Ave SE | 1 Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1400–1408 Spruce Pl – Oak Grove Downtown | 1 Bedroom - 1400 Spruce | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Stevens Community Apartments | 1B/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Spruce Place Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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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 a cheap apartment in Downtown West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown West is under $800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown West?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown West is Haverhill Apartments which is listed at $782, while the average apartment in Downtown West costs $14,251.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown West?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 94 regular apartments in Downtown West that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown West?
Cheap apartments in Downtown West have an average cost of $364 which is $13,887 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown West.
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