
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Linden Hills Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $600 (277 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Linden Hills area of Minneapolis.


2731 Pillsbury

Diamond Lake Properties

Yorkshire Apartments

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Bryant Manor Apartments

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Colfax Manor

Mall Apartments

Knox and Lagoon Apartments

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Kings Highway Apartments
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2600 Bryant Ave S

Colfax Villas I

3129 Aldrich

Ellis and Louise Apartments

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Updated Boutique 28 Unit Building on Emerson

3816 Nicollet Apartments

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Colfax Terrace

130 W 28th St
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Girard Apartments

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4528 Bryant Ave S, Unit 5

2637 Pleasant Ave

Greenway Apartments

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29 Bryant Apartments

Lakefield Apartments

Uptown Square

The Central

2715 dupont ave S.

2629 W 43rd
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2700 Garfield Ave

Axon Green

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Alexander Apartments

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Portage Apartments

Calhoun Park Terrace

3308 Girard Ave S

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Uptown Lake Apartments

2730 Dupont Ave S

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Mission Lofts

3700 Lyndale
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3701 Lake St

Humboldt Terrace

Inspire

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99 E 54th St

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Revel

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Nox Apartments

Allegro
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East Linden Hills, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Linden Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Linden Hills Studio Apartments | $1,184 | $695 | $1,650 |
| East Linden Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $875 | $5,670 |
| East Linden Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,758 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
| East Linden Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,808 | $1,599 | $5,695 |
| East Linden Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,698 | $2,200 | $2,999 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 277 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Linden Hills Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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Cheapest Available East Linden Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Linden Hills area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Lakesbury Apartments priced from $695. 3033 Grand Avenue S. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $760. Here are the most affordable East Linden Hills apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakesbury Apartments | Alcove | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| 3033 Grand Avenue S. | 3033 Grand Ave S - Studio | Studio,1BA | $760 |
| 3415 Nicollet Avenue | 3415 Nicollet Ave - Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| 2731 Pillsbury | Studio 1 Bath - 2731 Pillsbury | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| 2876 Humboldt Ave S | 2876 Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Diamond Lake Properties | Model EA | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Yorkshire Apartments | 3125 Holmes Ave - Studio | Studio,1BA | $840 |
| 3016 Grand Avenue S. | 3016 Grand Ave S - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Kings Highway Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $879 |
| 3030 Irving Ave S | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $885 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Linden Hills, MN
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Linden Hills area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2738 Emerson Ave S Model at 2738 Emerson Ave S, Unit 2738 Emerson avenue in the in the Calhoun Isles neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value East Linden Hills apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse Model at Villa Capri starting at $1,725 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the West Calhoun neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Linden Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2738 Emerson Ave S, Unit 2738 Emerson avenue | 2738 Emerson Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Villa Capri | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| 3535 Lyndale Ave S, Unit 2 | 3535 Lyndale Ave S | 3BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Rex Development | Rex4Plex | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 2920 Dean Parkway Apartments | The Harriet | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 1619 Lagoon Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Park Embassy | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Lake Harriet Commons | 2 Bed 1 Bath 900 SF 1st Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Dupont Avenue Apartments 3040 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 2633/35 Girard Ave S | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Linden Hills, Minneapolis, MN
Ranked #19
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for West Minneapolis-St. Paul. 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 outdoor amenities like tennis courts, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the East Linden Hills Neighborhood in Minneapolis, MN
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Linden Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Linden Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Linden Hills is under $885.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Linden Hills?
The cheapest apartment in East Linden Hills is 3016 Grand Avenue S. which is listed at $860, while the average apartment in East Linden Hills costs $2,749.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Linden Hills?
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 46 regular apartments in East Linden Hills 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 East Linden Hills?
Cheap apartments in East Linden Hills have an average cost of $1,124 which is $1,625 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Linden Hills.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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