
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highlands Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $900 (35 Rentals)
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Highlands, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highlands?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,501 | $1,033 | $2,180 |
Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $1,050 | $4,781 |
Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $1,345 | $7,430 |
Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,602 | $1,722 | $10,000+ |
Highlands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $3,250 | $3,250 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highlands Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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Cheapest Available Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highlands area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Forty Forty Flats priced from $1,120. 5th On Main has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Highlands apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Forty Forty Flats | 1 Bedroom (50H) | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
5th On Main | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Edina Highland Villa | Edis | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
Cedars of Edina Apartments | G | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
The Townline | Sanibel | Studio,1BA | $1,344 |
Putnam Properties in Hopkins | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,345 |
Edina Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 and half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,390 |
The Views of Minnetonka | The Bren | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
The Hallon | Boyne (BLDG I) | Studio,1BA | $1,420 |
Excelsior & Grand | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, MN
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highlands area is the $1.90 price per square foot Penthouse II Model at Cornelia Place in the in the Armatage neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value Highlands apartment is the One Bedroom Den Model at Excelsior & Grand starting at $2,395 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Southwest Minneapolis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cornelia Place | Penthouse II | 2BR,2.3BA | $1.90 |
Excelsior & Grand | One Bedroom Den | 1BR,2BA | $1.97 |
Vernon Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedroom - B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Oak Glen of Edina | 2x1.5 1100 Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
Putnam Properties in Hopkins | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Interlachen Court | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.71 |
Edina Manor Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 and half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.49 |
Edina Highland Villa | Edis | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
The Views of Minnetonka | The Bren | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Forty Forty Flats | 1 Bedroom (50H) | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highlands Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Highlands?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Highlands is at 5th On Main listed at $1,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment is $1,120 at Forty Forty Flats.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highlands is starting from $1,345 at Putnam Properties in Hopkins.
What is the most affordable Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Townline and starts from $2,976.
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