Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $960 (6 Rentals)

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property at 1800 Lasalle Ave
$1,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
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1800 Lasalle Ave, Unit 203

1800 Lasalle Ave
MinneapolisMN55403
property at 1920 S 1st St
$1,480

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,480

Total Monthly Price$1,480
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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1920 S 1st St, Unit 1907

1920 S 1st St
MinneapolisMN55454

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property at 15 S 1st St
$1,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,500

Total Monthly Price$1,500
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
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15 S 1st St, Unit A1405

15 S 1st St
MinneapolisMN55401
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property at 929 Portland Ave S
$1,595

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Base Rent$1,595

Total Monthly Price$1,595
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
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929 Portland Ave S

MinneapolisMN55404
property at 210 W Grant St
$1,700

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
Furnished

210 W Grant St, Unit 210 West Grant Street, #615

210 W Grant St
MinneapolisMN55403

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Downtown, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

Best Value Homes for Rent in Downtown, MN

As of September 22, 2026 the best value rental home in the Downtown area is the $1.95 price per square foot 201 S 11th St Model at 201 S 11th St in the Greater Central neighborhood starting from $3,895. The second greatest value Downtown rental home is the 700 N Washington Ave Model at 700 N Washington Ave in the Greater Central neighborhood starting at $2,995 with a $1.94 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
201 S 11th St201 S 11th St2BR, 2BA$1.95
700 N Washington Ave700 N Washington Ave1BR, 1BA$1.94
645 N 1st St645 N 1st St2BR, 3BA$1.96
301 Oak Grove St, Unit 414301 Oak Grove St2BR, 2BA$1.58
929 Portland Ave S929 Portland Ave S2BR, 2BA$2.10
19 S 1st St19 S 1st St2BR, 2BA$1.85
929 Portland Ave S929 Portland Ave S2BR, 2BA$2.01
110 1st Ave NE110 1st Ave NE1BR, 1BA$2.05
100 3rd Ave S100 3rd Ave S1BR, 1BA$2.22
15 S 1st St, Unit A140515 S 1st St1BR, 1BA$2.09

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Downtown, Minneapolis, MN

Ranked #13

Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?

There are currently 567 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MN with pricing that ranges from $653 to $11,439. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from $960 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown ranges from $960 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,205.

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