Cheap Homes for Rent in Greater Central Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $1,100 (18 Rentals)

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property at 1815 Clinton Ave

1815 Clinton Ave

MinneapolisMN55404
property at 1204 Harmon Pl

1204 Harmon Pl

MinneapolisMN55403

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property at 11 S 12th St

11 S 12th St

MinneapolisMN55403
property at 433 S 7th St

433 S 7th St

MinneapolisMN55415
property at 433 S 7th St

433 S 7th St

MinneapolisMN55415

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property at 521 S 7th St

521 S 7th St

MinneapolisMN55415

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Greater Central, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Greater Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater Central 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 Greater Central apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Paige HallEfficiencyStudio,1BA$551
Shelby CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$624
Shoreline PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$653
Buri ManorEfficiencyStudio,1BA$699
Stevens Community ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Central, MN

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater Central area is the $1.50 price per square foot 4BR/1.0BA Model at 1804 16th Ave S in the in the Greater Central neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Greater Central apartment is the 314 3rd Ave SE Model at 314 3rd Ave SE, Unit 2 starting at $1,795 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Greater Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1804 16th Ave S4BR/1.0BA4BR,1BA$1.50
314 3rd Ave SE, Unit 2314 3rd Ave SE1BR,1BA$1.50
Three-Thirty-Three Oak Grove1 bed 1 Beth1BR,1BA$1.09
1912 Stevens Ave1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.50
Drexel Apartments1 B.R. Skyline View1BR,1BA$1.53
Shelby CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.90
St. George ApartmentsStudio-DeluxeStudio ,1BA$1.41
2012 Garfield | Origen Living1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.50
1524 LaSalle Ave - Boutique BrownstoneLaSalle B21BR,1BA$1.54
Stevens Community Apartments1B/1Ba1BR,1BA$1.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Greater Central

What type of rentals are currently available in Greater Central?

There are currently 525 Apartments for Rent in Greater Central, MN with pricing that ranges from $653 to $11,895. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Greater Central ranging from $1,175 to $5,494.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Greater Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Greater Central ranges from $1,175 to $5,494 with an average monthly rent of $2,619.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Greater Central?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Greater Central range from $1,325 to $11,895, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,350 to $2,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,700.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Minneapolis

Written by: Stephanie Lica

I'm Stephanie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Minneapolis, MN. I've lived in Minnesota all my life, save for a brief stint in Wisconsin.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.