
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Minneapolis Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $900 (23 Rentals)
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Fulton Terrace

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3016 W 44th St, Unit 1, Unit 1

4849 Vincent Ave S

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Creek Terrace

145 W Diamond Lake Rd

145 W Diamond Lake Rd
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707 W 44th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

4538 Grand Ave S

4532 Bryant Ave S

2629 W 43rd

Linden Hills | 2715

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2707 W 43rd St

Cove at Linden Hills

906 West 42nd Street

4610 Bryant Ave S

Lake Harriet Condos

2700 W 44th St

Fuller Park Flats
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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 | $1,616 | $995 | $2,980 |
| Southwest Minneapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,418 | $1,505 | $4,455 |
| Southwest Minneapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,477 | $8,477 | $8,477 |
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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 Cove at Linden Hills priced from $1,295. Creek Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here are the most affordable Southwest Minneapolis apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cove at Linden Hills | The Nokomis | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Creek Terrace | Creek - 2BR - Creek remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Fuller Park Flats | Fuller Park Flats - 404 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Harriet Apartments | 4326 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,980 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Minneapolis, MN
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Minneapolis area is the $1.85 price per square foot Creek - 2BR - Creek remodeled Model at Creek Terrace in the in the Armatage neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Southwest Minneapolis apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Harriet Apartments | 4326 starting at $2,980 with a $3.51 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creek Terrace | Creek - 2BR - Creek remodeled | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| Harriet Apartments | 4326 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| 3016 W 44th St, Unit 1 | 3016 W 44th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 4528 Bryant Ave S, Unit 5 | 4528 Bryant Ave S | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Cove at Linden Hills | The Melody | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| 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
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Minneapolis Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Minneapolis Apartment is $1,295 at Cove at Linden Hills.
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 $1,650 at Creek Terrace.
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