
Student Apartments for Rent in the Downtown East Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN (45 Rentals)
Rentals in the Downtown East area of Minneapolis near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


Yugo Minneapolis Sydney Hall

Doyle Apartments

Fourth Street Co-op Apartments

The Bridges Dinkytown

The Knoll Dinkytown

The Denn of Dinkytown
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Downtown East - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Minneapolis
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Downtown East, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown East?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown East Studio Apartments | $1,362 | $745 | $3,839 |
Downtown East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Downtown East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,656 | $519 | $10,000+ |
Downtown East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,022 | $789 | $10,000+ |
Downtown East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,346 | $710 | $4,490 |
Downtown East 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $2,295 | $4,050 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown East Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown East, Minneapolis, MN
Ranked #31
Among neighborhoods in Minneapolis, MN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Outdoors Rating
We think living with nice outdoor spaces is very important. This area is a highly-rated neighborhood for parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Dog and cat owners, listen up! this part of Minneapolis-St. Paul is one of the best neighborhoods for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Downtown East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Downtown East?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Downtown East is at Yugo Minneapolis Sydney Hall listed at $519.
How much is the average rent for a Student Downtown East Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Downtown East is $1,432.
What is the largest Student Downtown East Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Downtown East is a 1,657 square feet unit starting from $710 at The Knoll Dinkytown.
What is the average size for Downtown East Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Downtown East is currently at 489 sq ft.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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I'm Stephanie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Minneapolis, MN. I've lived in Minnesota all my life, save for a brief stint in Wisconsin.

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