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Minneapolis’s average rent reached $1,560 in October

Minneapolis’s average rent reached $1,560 in October, after a 1.8% decrease since last year. One of Minnesota’s largest job hubs and a renter household-majority city (53%), Minneapolis is a desirable place to live and work in, with apartment prices above the national average of $1,464. [View Full Report]

Minneapolis’s average rent was $1,560 in October

Minneapolis’s rent compared to surrounding cities

The average rent for an apartment in Minneapolis saw a larger decrease compared to St. Paul ($1,303), where prices went down by 0.3% since last year, while in Bloomington ($1,351), rent went up by 1.0%.  

What it costs to rent in the largest renter hubs in the Minneapolis area

The city with the largest renter share is Hopkins (66%), with an average rent of $1,278 after an annual decrease of 1.2%. Second is Minneapolis with 53%, followed by St. Paul with 50% renter households. Anoka, with an average rent of $1,178, has the fourth largest share of renters (49%) and has experienced a rent increase of 5.9% since October 2019. In St. Louis Park, where 45% of homes are renter households, the average rent is $1,512, going up by 0.3% in the past year.

The priciest and cheapest cities for renters in the Minneapolis area

Maple Grove is the priciest city for renters in the Minneapolis area, with apartments renting for $1,702 per month. The average rent for apartments in Golden Valley is $1,679, the second most expensive, while Edina ($1,657) comes in third.

For renters in search of budget-friendly apartments, Richfield’s $1,091 average rent is the cheapest in the Minneapolis area followed by West St. Paul’s $1,102 rate. New Brighton rentals are the third least pricey on the list, with a $1,104 average.

Methodology

RENTCafe.com is a nationwide apartment search website that enables renters to easily find apartments and houses for rent throughout the United States. 

The data on average rents included in our reports comes directly from competitively-rented (market-rate) large-scale multifamily properties (50+ units in size), via telephone survey. The data is compiled and reported by our sister company Yardi Matrix, a business development and asset management tool for brokers, sponsors, banks and equity sources underwriting investments in the multifamily, office, industrial and self-storage sectors. Fully-affordable properties are not included in the survey and are not reported in rental rate averages. Local rent reports include only cities with a statistically-relevant stock of large-scale multifamily properties of 50+ units.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When were prices and availability in Minneapolis, MN last updated?

Prices and availability in Minneapolis, MN were last updated on 28 Nov 2020.

What are the best apartments in Minneapolis, MN?

The best apartments in Minneapolis, MN are: EDITION Residences, 365 Nicollet, Foundry Lake Street, Mezzo and 215 Oak Grove.

What is the average rent in Minneapolis, MN?

The average rent in Minneapolis, MN is $1,588. Start your search for apartments in Minneapolis, MN now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Minneapolis, MN?

The price range for a studio apartment in Minneapolis, MN is between $775 and $3,200. View all studio apartments in Minneapolis, MN.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Minneapolis, MN?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Minneapolis, MN is between $875 and $3,939. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Minneapolis, MN now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Minneapolis, MN?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Minneapolis, MN is between $875 and $7,995. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Minneapolis, MN.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Minneapolis, MN?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Minneapolis, MN is between $750 and $10,969. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Minneapolis, MN.

Renter's Guide to Minneapolis

Welcome to Minneapolis! A progressive city which continues to be a powerhouse in the Midwest, Minneapolis offers ample employment opportunities, lots of nature to explore, and a thriving artistic lifestyle.

At 58 square-miles in size, the city is roughly the same size as St. Paul. And speaking of St. Paul, it's only 12 miles to the east. Minneapolis is also 80 miles from Rochester and 10 miles from Bloomington.

The Northeast Minneapolis Arts District was ranked the nation's best art district in 2015 by USA Today. They also ranked Minneapolis as the Best Local Food Scene. Of the 7 hospitals in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, four were listed among US News and World Report's choices for best in the country.

The weather in Minneapolis can get very warm during the summer, with temperatures reaching into the upper 70s and 80s, along with moderate humidity. Average winter temperatures are in the mid-to-upper 20s – and can even drop down to frigid single digit temperatures at night.

The city receives around 30 inches of rain and 55 inches of snow per year.

Minneapolis, MN Demographics

Total Population416,021
Female 211,095

Male 204,926
Median Age32.1

Cost of Living in Minneapolis, MN

US News and World Report ranked Minneapolis as the 13^th Most Affordable City in the country.

The cost of living is much lower than in Chicago – but higher than Milwaukee. Dinner for two costs around $50 at a mid-range restaurant, while a domestic beer to go with your meal will be about $5.

Basic utility services for a 915 square-foot apartment in Minneapolis cost an average of $123/month, which is just a bit lower than Chicago, where the same utilities average $128/month.

Bus service in Minneapolis-St. Paul is provided by Metro Transit, with monthly passes starting at $76. Ride sharing is also available via Uber or Lyft, as well as 24-hour taxi service.

Average Rent in Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis, MN Average Rental Price, February 2020 $1,588 ^/mo

Minneapolis, MN Apartment Rent Ranges

$701-$1,00016%
$1,001-$1,50038%
$1,501-$2,00026%
> $2,00019%

Minneapolis, MN Rent Trends

Average Rent	Nov / 2016	Mar / 2017	Jul / 2017	Nov / 2017	Mar / 2018	Jul / 2018	Nov / 2018	Mar / 2019	Jul / 2019	Nov / 2019	Feb / 2020
Minneapolis, MN	$1,424	$1,449	$1,478	$1,487	$1,512	$1,557	$1,544	$1,554	$1,591	$1,590	$1,588
National	$1,340	$1,337	$1,368	$1,371	$1,374	$1,408	$1,417	$1,422	$1,458	$1,466	$1,468

Check out the average rent prices in Minneapolis by neighborhood.

Living in Minneapolis, MN

There's a lot to love about Minneapolis. From sporting events to shopping to art and culture, Minneapolis has dozens of great things to do all year long. Over the years, it's gained a reputation as a beautiful, thriving, and affordable place to call home.

That's why Patch of Earth rated it the best place to live in the country, and WalletHub ranked Minneapolis #9 on their Best Large Cities to Live In list.

But living here does have its drawbacks, especially when it comes to weather. Summers are beautiful but those winters can be brutal, with lots of snow and cold temperatures that can seem to go on forever.

Things to do in Minneapolis

The Minneapolis park system has been called the best-designed, best-financed, and best-maintained in America by McGraw-Hill.

For starters, the Minnehaha Regional Park welcomes over 850,000 visitors every year. With trails along the Mississippi River, a disc golf course, a gorgeous 53-foot waterfall, and many other amenities, It's a place you’ll enjoying going to again and again.

There are incredible museums and art galleries throughout the city too, including the Minnesota History Museum, the Science Museum of Minnesota, and the Minnesota Children’s Museum, which features seven galleries with lots of hands-on exhibits – perfect if you’re looking for fun things to do with the kids.

That's not all. Downtown Minneapolis offers boutique shopping, high-end restaurants, entertainment, and plenty of events and festivals. There are farmers markets every Thursday during the warmer months and annual events all year long. The Minneapolis Holiday Market turns Peavey Plaza into a European style village, and a 35km cross-country ski race throughout Minneapolis and St. Paul occurs every February. Then there's the Minneapolis Aquatennial, a summer celebration complete with parades and fireworks.

The city is also home to amazing MLB, NFL, NHL and NBA teams – the Twins, Vikings, Wild, and Timberwolves. Plus, there's a Big 10 college football team, thanks to the University of Minnesota’s Golden Gophers. Golf fans can even check out the Ryder Cup, which plays through Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, located just 25 miles to the southwest.

Other great things to do in Minneapolis include Bunker Beach Water Park, the Crayola Experience, and the Mall of America, which has over 400 stores and serves nearly 40 million visitors annually.

Looking for a place where businesses thrive, nature is abundant, and the creative life is bustling? You’ll want to check out Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Employment and Economy

Minneapolis is the second largest economy in the Midwest, just after Chicago. Commerce, finance, rail and trucking services, and health care are the major industries here. And the city is even home to five Fortune 500 companies, including Target, Ameriprise Financial, and U.S. Bancorp.

That's part of the reason why the unemployment rate in Minneapolis is lower than both the state of Minnesota and the nationwide average.

Minneapolis, MN Households

Total Number of Households173,916
Family 77,829

Non-family 96,087
Children 40,541

No Children 133,375

Average People Per Household2.29
Median Household Income$58,993
Median Housing Costs Per Month$1,155

Education in Minneapolis

For your higher education needs, nothing beats the University of Minnesota, which is ranked among the top 25 research universities in the nation according to the Center for Measuring University Performance. Their Chemical Engineering and Doctor of Pharmacy programs both came in at third nationally for their respective categories. But there are many other public and private colleges, including the Minneapolis Community and Technical College.

For younger students, the city is served by the Minneapolis Public Schools district, with roughly 100 public schools located around the area.

Minneapolis, MN Education Statistics

No High School5%
Some High School22%
Some College21%
Associate Degree7%
Bachelor Degree29%
Graduate Degree17%

Tips for Renting in Minneapolis

Ready to call this incredible city your home? We bet! But first, let's take a minute to get familiar with the local tenant laws.

A landlord can only raise the rent after the lease period ends, but there's no limit on how much they can increase it. Minnesota doesn't have rent control laws.

If your landlord fails to make needed repairs during your lease period, you can take certain legal actions, including placing the rent in escrow until they're made.

Rental agreements vary from location to location, so always make sure you read the lease in its entirety and understand what's expected of you and the landlord.

Most Expensive Rental
Expo - Tower $2,110 - $12,075
Least Expensive Rental
Saint Anne's $450 - $900

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