Cheap Homes for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $1,900 (3 Rentals)

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property at 914 Fulton St SE

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

914 Fulton St SE

MinneapolisMN55414

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property at 612 11th Ave SE

$2,800

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$2,800

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$2,800

4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

612 11th Ave SE

MinneapolisMN55414

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property at 1107 4th St SE

$3,100

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$3,100

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$3,100

6 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 1

1107 4th St SE

MinneapolisMN55414

University, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, MN

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the University area is the $0.79 price per square foot B10 Model at The Bridges Dinkytown in the in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood starting from $880. The second greatest value University apartment is the 2Dx2 Model at Hub Minneapolis starting at $1,259 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Bridges DinkytownB102BR,2BA$0.79
Hub Minneapolis2Dx22BR,2BA$1.19
Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown2 Bed, 2 Bath DinkyDome Double2BR,2BA$0.47
Stadium Village Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.23
Bierman PlaceThe Quad - By-the-bed4BR,2BA$0.53
RadiusC23BR,2BA$0.86
Gopher Commons 17012B/1B2BR,1BA$1.76
Yugo Minneapolis 412 Lofts2 Bed, 2 Bath Classic2BR,2BA$1.04
624 Huron ApartmentsMichigan1BR,1BA$1.62
Karinsplass Apartments1 Bedroom with Den - Market1BR,1BA$1.64

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University, Minneapolis, MN

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Frequently Asked Questions about University

What type of rentals are currently available in University?

There are currently 134 Apartments for Rent in University, MN with pricing that ranges from $484 to $4,650. There are also 3 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University ranging from $1,900 to $3,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University ranges from $1,900 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,600.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University range from $809 to $3,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $1,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $749.

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