
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Minneapolis Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $900 (16 Rentals)
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Creek Terrace

Lake Harriet Condos

2707 W 43rd St
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Cove at Linden Hills

Fuller Park Flats

Linden Hills | 4127

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Linden Hills | 2715

LH 44

Linden Hills | 2716

4610 Bryant Ave S

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Southwest Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Minneapolis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Minneapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $1,300 | $2,980 |
| Southwest Minneapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,817 | $1,425 | $2,200 |
| Southwest Minneapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,401 | $6,401 | $6,401 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southwest Minneapolis Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Minneapolis Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Minneapolis area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Fulton Terrace priced from $1,305. Cove at Linden Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,445. Here are the most affordable Southwest Minneapolis apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Cove at Linden Hills | The Nokomis | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| Xerxes Manor Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Creek Terrace | Creek - 2BR - Creek remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Fuller Park Flats | Fuller Park Flats - 404 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Minneapolis, MN
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Minneapolis area is the $1.71 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Xerxes Manor Apartments in the in the Armatage neighborhood starting from $1,545. The second greatest value Southwest Minneapolis apartment is the Creek - 2BR - Creek remodeled Model at Creek Terrace starting at $1,650 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Armatage neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Minneapolis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xerxes Manor Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.71 |
| Creek Terrace | Creek - 2BR - Creek remodeled | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| Harriet Apartments | 4326 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Cove at Linden Hills | The Harriet | 2BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Fulton Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Fuller Park Flats | Fuller Park Flats - 404 | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN
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Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Minneapolis Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Minneapolis Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Minneapolis is starting from $1,425 at Fulton Terrace.
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