
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Linden Hills Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $600 (283 Rentals)
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2731 Pillsbury

Diamond Lake Properties

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Bryant Manor Apartments

Mall Apartments

Greenway Apartments

Colfax Villas I

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Ellis and Louise Apartments

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Updated Boutique 28 Unit Building on Emerson

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Colfax Terrace
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Portage Apartments

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Knox and Lagoon Apartments

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Kings Highway Apartments

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Isles East

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Girard Apartments

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4528 Bryant Ave S, Unit 5

2637 Pleasant Ave

2828 Humboldt Ave S
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29 Bryant Apartments

Uptown Square

2715 dupont ave S.

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3523 Grand Ave S

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2600 Bryant Ave S

Axon Green

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Alexander Apartments

3515 2nd Ave S

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Rosa Apartments | MPLS
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Lakefield Apartments

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Mission Lofts

3308 Girard Ave S

Calhoun Park Terrace

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3508 Colfax Ave S

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Colfax Manor

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Nox Apartments

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Humboldt Terrace

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Fuller Park Flats
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3701 Lake St

Karmel Apartments

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Track 29 Apartments

Allegro

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Odie Apartments

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2920 Dean Parkway Apartments

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Lake Street Dwelling

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Lake West on France

2800 Girard Apartments
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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 | $1,240 | $755 | $2,360 |
| East Linden Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $925 | $5,670 |
| East Linden Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,753 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
| East Linden Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,894 | $1,650 | $6,679 |
| East Linden Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,266 | $1,795 | $7,953 |
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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 | Leasing Studio, Alcove, & 1-Bedroom Apartments! priced from $755. 2731 Pillsbury has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable East Linden Hills apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakesbury Apartments | Leasing Studio, Alcove, & 1-Bedroom Apartments! | Studio | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| 2731 Pillsbury | Studio 1 Bath - 2731 Pillsbury | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| 2741 Pillsbury | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 2741 Pillsbury | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 2876 Humboldt Ave S | 2876 Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Diamond Lake Properties | Model EA | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Mall Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| 3129 Aldrich | Studio 1 Bath - 3129 Aldrich | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| 3137 Aldrich | Studio 1 Bath - 3137 Aldrich | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Greenway Apartments | Blaisdell Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Colfax Villas I | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Linden Hills, MN
As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Linden Hills area is the $1.40 price per square foot 3444 Colfax Ave S Model at 3444 Colfax Ave S, Unit 1 in the in the Tangletown neighborhood starting from $1,750. 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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| 3444 Colfax Ave S, Unit 1 | 3444 Colfax Ave S | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Villa Capri | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| Rex Development | Rex4Plex | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 1619 Lagoon Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Park Embassy | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Lake Harriet Commons | 2 Bed 1 Bath 900 SF, 2/3 floors | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Dupont Avenue Apartments 3040 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 3428 Harriet Apartments | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Calhoun Park Terrace | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 2741 Pillsbury | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 2741 Pillsbury | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Linden Hills, Minneapolis, MN
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Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $899.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Linden Hills?
The cheapest apartment in East Linden Hills is 2741 Pillsbury which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in East Linden Hills costs $2,495.
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 28 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 $373 which is $2,122 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Linden Hills.
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