
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Moorhead Neighborhood of Moorhead, MN from $400 (124 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Moorhead area of Moorhead.


Royal Apartments

Campus Aire Apartments

Terrace on the Green

Rockridge

301 6th St S

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Skaff Apartments Moorhead

1304 19 1/2 St S

Courtyard Apartments on Belsly
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River Rock Apartments

912-18 1/2 18 1/2 St S

1310 34th Ave S

Courtyard Apartments

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Southridge Apartments

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Simon Warehouse

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Fairmont Flats

The Grove

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Almond Apartments

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The Emery

Vanne

Compass

Summit Ridge

1011 19th St S, Unit 4

Four Seasons
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Archer Moorhead

2409 4th Ave N

The Willows at College Park

Iverson Apartments

Daybreak Place

Grace Apartments

Valley

Rock Ridge

The Corners

The Property Shop
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The Roberts

1411 20th St S

Eastwood Apartments

The Legacy

Highlander

Hidden Creste

222 4th St S

Sunrise Apartments

Belsley Terrace I & II

Kenwood Apartments
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Downtown Moorhead, Moorhead, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Moorhead?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Moorhead Studio Apartments | $893 | $400 | $1,375 |
| Downtown Moorhead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,062 | $475 | $2,421 |
| Downtown Moorhead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $520 | $2,982 |
| Downtown Moorhead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,777 | $920 | $3,100 |
| Downtown Moorhead 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
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There are currently 124 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Moorhead Neighborhood of Moorhead, MN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Moorhead Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Moorhead area of Moorhead, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Royal Apartments priced from $475. Gardner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $475. Here are the most affordable Downtown Moorhead apartments for rent in Moorhead, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
| Gardner | Studio A (190-210 sq ft) | Studio,1BA | $475 |
| Terrace on the Green | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
| Griffin Court Apartments | Griffin Court - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
| Rockridge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Daybreak Place | 1 Bedroom, 0 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| South Park | Efficiency 01A | Studio,1BA | $620 |
| 202 Flats | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Skaff Apartments Moorhead | 1904 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| 8 7th Street Flats | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Moorhead, MN
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Moorhead area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 1918 5th Ave S in the in the Hawthorne neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Downtown Moorhead apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Warehouse Apartments starting at $1,120 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Hawthorne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Moorhead apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 5th Ave S | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Warehouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Park Terrace | Two Bedroom 21B | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Southridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Billmeyer Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Simon Warehouse | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Royal Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Terrace on the Green | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| River Rock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Griffin Court Apartments | Griffin Court - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Moorhead Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Moorhead?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Moorhead is at Gardner listed at $475.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Moorhead Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Moorhead Apartment is $475 at Royal Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Moorhead Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Moorhead is starting from $520 at Royal Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Moorhead Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Moorhead Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at South Park and starts from $990.
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