
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Moorhead Neighborhood of Moorhead, MN from $400 (146 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Moorhead area of Moorhead.


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Rockridge

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Terrace on the Green

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Southmoor Apartments & Townhomes

1304 19 1/2 St S

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Courtyard Apartments on Belsly

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Cedar Park Apartments

1110 12th St S, Unit #2

910 8th St S

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Kassenborg Apartments
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Skaff Apartments Moorhead

906 8th St S

3003 20th St S

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Block 37 Flats

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Courtyard Apartments

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Southridge Apartments

Cedarwood Apartments

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Simon Warehouse

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Fairmont Flats

1810 12th Ave S
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1802 12th Ave S

1011-18 1/2 18 1/2 St S

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650 Center

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The Emery

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The Grove

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816

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Almond Apartments

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Compass

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Stonecrest Apartments

1103 19th St S
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Vanne

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Summit Ridge

1011 19th St S

1107 19th St S

401 17th St N

Griffin Court Apartments

Archer Moorhead

Four Seasons

2409 4th Ave N

The Willows at College Park
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Iverson Apartments

Daybreak Place

Grace Apartments

Valley

The Corners

Rock Ridge

The Property Shop

Campus Aire Apartments

The Legacy

Highlander
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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 | $995 | $475 | $1,375 |
| Downtown Moorhead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,147 | $475 | $2,421 |
| Downtown Moorhead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $520 | $3,050 |
| Downtown Moorhead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,697 | $900 | $3,100 |
| Downtown Moorhead 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,750 | $1,750 | $1,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 146 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. The Gardner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $485. 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 |
| The Gardner | Studio B (215-240 sq ft) | Studio, 1BA | $485 |
| Daybreak Place | Studio, 0 Bathroom | Studio, 1BA | $550 |
| Rockridge | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $560 |
| Terrace on the Green | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $575 |
| Marlowe South | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR, 1BA | $600 |
| 202 Flats | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $620 |
| 911-2 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $650 |
| South Park | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR, 1BA | $665 |
| Cedar Park Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Moorhead, MN
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Moorhead area is the $1.11 price per square foot Arroda Model at The Arch in the Hawthorne neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Downtown Moorhead apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Eighth Street Manor in the Hawthorne neighborhood starting at $1,625 with a $1.05 price per square foot. 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. |
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| The Arch | Arroda | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Eighth Street Manor | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR, 2BA | $1.05 |
| 517 32nd Ave S | 517-2/1b | 2BR, 1BA | $0.89 |
| Southridge Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $0.97 |
| Warehouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.10 |
| Woodstone | Two Bedroom 21C | 2BR, 1BA | $1.08 |
| South Park | Two Bedroom 21A | 2BR, 1BA | $1.05 |
| Crown Court 1 | Two Bedroom 21C | 2BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| Royal Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $0.73 |
| Marlowe South | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR, 1BA | $1.07 |
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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 The Gardner listed at $485.
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 Southridge Apartments and starts from $1,150.
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