
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Duluth, MN from $400 (64 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Duluth.


Townview Villas

Lincoln Park Apartments

2422 W 2nd St

Yorkleigh

CityView Flats

Village at Matterhorn

421-423 E 5th St

Duluth Board of Trade - Lofts

Westgate Townhomes

Village Place Apartments

3227 Chestnut St

318 N Central Ave, Unit 2

509 N 53rd Ave W
Duluth, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Duluth?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Cheap Duluth Studio Apartments | $1,162 | $750 | $1,455 |
Cheap Duluth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $675 | $2,395 |
Cheap Duluth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,933 | $858 | $3,531 |
Cheap Duluth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,131 | $1,250 | $4,149 |
Cheap Duluth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,055 | $1,685 | $3,200 |
Browse Top Apartments in Duluth
See all Apartments in DuluthExplore Duluth
Duluth, MN Local Guide

- Duluth Neighborhoods
- Nearby Cities
- ZIP codes
- Local Counties
- School Districts
Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Duluth, MN
Pricing Updated: 03/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the Duluth, MN area range in price from $675 to $4,149 with an overall median price of $2,367. The three Duluth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Spirit Valley-Denfeld-Norton Park at $1,000, Piedmont at $850, and Hermantown at $900. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Duluth Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
---|---|---|---|
Spirit Valley-Denfeld-Norton Park | $1,730 | $1,000 | 686 |
Piedmont | $1,750 | $850 | 779 |
Hermantown | $1,850 | $900 | 401 |
Fond Du Lac Gary New Duluth | $1,895 | $1,815 | 362 |
Morgan Park-Smithville-Riverside | $1,895 | $1,075 | 423 |
Woodland Pleasantview | $1,900 | $1,775 | 8 |
Park Point | $1,995 | $1,075 | 1635 |
Bayview Heights | $2,095 | $850 | 293 |
Airpark | $2,355 | $900 | 1155 |
Observation Hill | $2,475 | $675 | 4763 |
Cheapest Available Duluth Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Duluth, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Cascade Apartments in the Observation Hill neighborhood priced from $850. Brewery Creek Apartments in the East End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $858. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Duluth apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
---|---|---|---|
Cascade Apartments | Cozy one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Brewery Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom-Style 1 | 2BR,1BA | $858 |
Urbane218 | S2 - Studio / 1 Bath Income Restricted - 60% | Studio,1BA | $949 |
CityView Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Village at Matterhorn | 2 Bedroom Income Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
Billlings View Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Duluth Board of Trade - Lofts | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
1725 Kenwood Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duluth, MN
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Duluth area is the $1.20 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at Tropicana Apartments in the in the East End neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Duluth apartment is the Brewer Model at Campus Park starting at $650 with a $0.46 price per square foot in the Duluth Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Duluth apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
---|---|---|---|
Tropicana Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Campus Park | Brewer | 5BR,2BA | $0.46 |
Summit Ridge Luxury Apartments | Park Point | 3BR,2BA | $0.64 |
Merritt School Apartments | 3 bedroom apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Lincoln Park Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Village at Matterhorn | 2 Bedroom Income Restricted | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Billlings View Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Brewery Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom-Style 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
1626 Oakes Ave, Unit 1-Main | 1626 Oakes Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
1725 Kenwood Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Quick Rent Budget Calculator
How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
Duluth Overview
With steep streets like San Francisco but uniquely situated on Lake Superior, Duluth is a place like no other. If you’ve ever wanted to live in the birthp+lace of pie a la mode, apartments in Duluth are just the place for you.
Why live in Duluth, MN?
Duluth is simply an inspiring place. It’s the home of many innovations: pie a la mode, the Duluth Pack, pizza rolls, and the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System, to name a few. Though its innovations might make it seem like a whimsical place, Duluth has a solid economy with jobs in many different areas, including health care, retail, higher education, engineering, aquatic science, aviation, and tourism. Deluthians also know how to take advantage of their surroundings—skiing, sailing, and surfing are popular activities—and living in apartments in Duluth will allow you to become a true Deluthian.
Best Local Schools in Duluth, MN
School data provided by Great Schools
Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:Location, Location, Location!
Explore Duluth, MN Rentals by Map
See the most popular apartments and homes in Duluth, MN
Getting Around Duluth, MN
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Duluth Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Duluth?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Duluth is under $1,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Duluth?
The cheapest apartment in Duluth is Cascade Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Duluth costs $2,367.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Duluth?
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 2,746 regular apartments in Duluth that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Duluth?
Cheap apartments in Duluth have an average cost of $397 which is $1,970 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Duluth.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.