Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Minneapolis Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $600 (71 Rentals)

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The Chalet
Studio Apartments

The Chalet

3023 Lyndale AveMinneapolis, MN 55408
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Granada
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Granada

1456 Lagoon AveMinneapolis, MN 55408
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2308 Lyndale Ave South
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2308 Lyndale Ave South

2308 Lyndale Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55405
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2324 Bryant Ave S
Studio Apartments

2324 Bryant Ave S

2324 Bryant Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55405

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2446 Colfax Ave S
Studio Apartments

2446 Colfax Ave S

2446 Colfax Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55405
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2434 Dupont Ave S
Studio Apartments

2434 Dupont Ave S

2434 Dupont Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55405
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Bryant Ave Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bryant Ave Apartments

2200 Bryant Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55405
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2420 Dupont Ave S
1 Bedroom Apartments

2420 Dupont Ave S

2420 Dupont Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55405
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2440 Dupont Ave S
1 Bedroom Apartments

2440 Dupont Ave S

2440 Dupont Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55405
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2647 Emerson Ave S
1 Bedroom Apartments

2647 Emerson Ave S

2647 Emerson Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55408
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2401 Dupont Ave S
Studio Apartments

2401 Dupont Ave S

2401 Dupont Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55405

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Anderson Holmes
1 Bedroom Apartments

Anderson Holmes

3037 Holmes AveMinneapolis, MN 55408
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Uptown Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Minneapolis Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Minneapolis area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at 2876 Humboldt Ave S priced from $849. 2121 Hennepin Ave S has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Uptown Minneapolis apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2876 Humboldt Ave S2876 EfficiencyStudio,1BA$849
2121 Hennepin Ave S0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$865
2324 Bryant Ave S0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$885
Nox ApartmentsPandoraStudio,1BA$969
2440 Dupont Ave S1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$985
2633/35 Girard Ave S1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$989
2536 Lyndale Ave S1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$995
2626 Fremont Ave S1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
2509 Dupont Ave S1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Minneapolis, MN

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Minneapolis area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at 1435 West 31st St in the in the Calhoun Isles neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Uptown Minneapolis apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 2610/18 Fremont Ave S starting at $1,299 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Calhoun Isles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Minneapolis apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1435 West 31st St3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$0.99
2610/18 Fremont Ave S2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.93
CMM 2514-2518 Emerson Manor2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.42
2211 Colfax Ave S2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.39
2212 Girard Ave S, Unit A2212 Girard Ave S2BR,1BA$1.50
2626 Fremont Ave S2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.53
Uptown Flats1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.53
Isles West1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.39
2633/35 Girard Ave S1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.41
2440 Dupont Ave S1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.49

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Minnesota, including Minneapolis. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Uptown Minneapolis Neighborhood in Minneapolis, MN

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

95 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

57 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Minneapolis Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Uptown Minneapolis?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Uptown Minneapolis is under $1,000.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Minneapolis?

The cheapest apartment in Uptown Minneapolis is 2121 Hennepin Ave S which is listed at $945, while the average apartment in Uptown Minneapolis costs $8,170.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown Minneapolis?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Uptown Minneapolis that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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