Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Duluth Neighborhood of Duluth, MN from $400 (28 Rentals)

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18 N 2nd Ave E
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

18 N 2nd Ave E

18 N 2nd Ave EDuluth, MN 55802
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Eustone Apartments
Studio Apartments

Eustone Apartments

301-307 E 3rd StDuluth, MN 55805
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Cascade Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cascade Apartments

101 W 3rd StDuluth, MN 55806
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20 W 3rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

20 W 3rd St

20 W 3rd StDuluth, MN 55806
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Portland Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Portland Manor

831 E 4th StDuluth, MN 55805
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Wahldorf
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wahldorf

218 N 1st Ave WDuluth, MN 55806
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Cove 2
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cove 2

5 W 1st StDuluth, MN 55802
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708 Building
1 Bedroom Apartments

708 Building

702-708 W 2nd StDuluth, MN 55806
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Munger Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Munger Terrace

405 Mesaba AveDuluth, MN 55806

Downtown Duluth, Duluth, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Duluth Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Duluth area of Duluth, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Cascade Apartments priced from $850. Brewery Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $858. Here are the most affordable Downtown Duluth apartments for rent in Duluth, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cascade ApartmentsCozy one bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Brewery Creek Apartments2 Bedroom-Style 12BR,1BA$858
521 W 2nd Street - Leijona0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$950
Duluth Board of Trade - LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Village Place Apartments2 Bedroom Income Restricted2BR,1BA$1,100
Lincoln Park FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$1,225
CityView Flats1Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,285
GLEN PLACE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,365
The Overlook2 Bdrm /1 Bath/LV - Remodeled2BR,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Duluth, MN

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Duluth area is the $1.65 price per square foot 2 Bedroom- br Model at The Harbours in the in the Spirit Valley-Denfeld-Norton Park neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Downtown Duluth apartment is the Mezz G Model at Zenith DCHS starting at $2,650 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the Duluth Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Duluth apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Harbours2 Bedroom- br2BR,2BA$1.65
Zenith DCHSMezz G2BR,2BA$2.34
Village Place Apartments2 Bedroom Market Rate2BR,1BA$1.30
The Acres on ArrowheadDuluth 2 bed 1 bath J2BR,1BA$2.15
GLEN PLACE APARTMENTS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.52
Brewery Creek Apartments2 Bedroom-Style 22BR,1BA$1.16
The Overlook2 Bdrm /1 Bath/LV - Remodeled2BR,1BA$1.90
CityView Flats1Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.69
Lincoln Park FlatsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.41
521 W 2nd Street - Leijona0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$2.04

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Duluth, Duluth, MN

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in Duluth, MN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Duluth, Duluth, and the greater Duluth area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Downtown Duluth Neighborhood in Duluth, MN

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

53 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Duluth Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Duluth?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Duluth is under $1,495.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Duluth?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Duluth is Cascade Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Downtown Duluth costs $2,775.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 9 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Duluth?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Duluth have an average cost of $126 which is $2,649 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown 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.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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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.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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