Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater Central Neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN from $400 (188 Rentals)

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Greater Central, Minneapolis, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Greater Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater Central area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Paige Hall priced from $551. Shoreline Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $653. Here are the most affordable Greater Central apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Paige HallEfficiencyStudio,1BA$551
Shoreline PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$653
Buri ManorEfficiencyStudio,1BA$699
The BalmoralEfficiencyStudio,1BA$718
Holmes Park Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$723
Haverhill | Origen Living0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$725
Brentwood | Origen Living0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$740
Copenhagen Enterprises1706 Stevens Ave StudioStudio,1BA$750
Loring Manor ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775
214 Oak Grove Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Central, MN

As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater Central area is the $1.42 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Rose in the in the Greater Central neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Greater Central apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 1810/12 Bryant Ave S starting at $1,245 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Greater Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The RoseTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.42
1810/12 Bryant Ave S2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.25
343 E 19th St, Unit 1B343 E 19th St1BR,1BA$1.41
1785 Bryant Ave S2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.33
FITRenovated - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.55
Stevens Community Apartments2B/1B2BR,1BA$1.22
St. George Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.40
242 West Franklin Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.35
1912 Stevens Ave1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.50
1910 1st Ave S1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.56

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Greater Central, Minneapolis, MN

Ranked #18

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Minneapolis. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greater Central Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Greater Central?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Greater Central is at Paige Hall listed at $551.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Central Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Central Apartment is $775 at 214 Oak Grove Street.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Greater Central Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Greater Central is starting from $723 at Holmes Park Village.

What is the most affordable Greater Central Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Greater Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Holmes Park Village and starts from $792.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Minneapolis

Written by: Stephanie Lica

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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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.

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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.

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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.