Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on June 19, 2026
Average rent in
Minneapolis, MN
Average rent in
Last updated on June 19, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Minneapolis rent stands today
Minneapolis, MN rent rose 3.3% year over year, with a current median of $1,495/month. Renters today are paying $104 more per month on average than last year, despite a slight month-to-month easing in rent.
Compared to national trends
Minneapolis sits 23.3% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering renters a mid-tier metro with over 1,000 total rentals available across the city.
Price ranges
Studios in Minneapolis rent for about $1,000/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,250/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,745/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,750/month. Houses command a median of $2,350/month while apartments are priced at $1,400/month, giving renters a wide range of options.
Neighborhood spotlight
Linden Hills rents climbed 72.9% year over year to $2,983/month, contrasting with the citywide 3.3% rise. Meanwhile, Summer Glenwood and Kenwood saw steep declines of -71.0% and -51.6%, respectively, showing significant local variation in Minneapolis's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Minneapolis
$1,495/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Minneapolis is $1,495 per month as of June 2026. This is 23% below the national average rent, or $455 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Minneapolis
1,031
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Minneapolis rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Minneapolis, MN
Average rent prices in Minneapolis have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Minneapolis, MN
Rent prices in Minneapolis vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Minneapolis is $1,400, whereas a house costs $2,350. 1-bedroom apartments in Minneapolis run $1,225 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,700.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,000 | No Change |  3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,250 | 1% | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,745 | No Change | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,995 | 5% | 9% | |
4 bedroom | $2,750 | 3% | 5% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Como | $2,000 | |
Dinkytown | $1,645 | |
Downtown West | $1,554 | |
Loring Park | $1,105 | |
Lowry Hill East | $1,295 | |
Marcy Holmes | $1,477 | |
Nicollet Island | $1,762 | |
Prospect Park | $1,532 | |
West Calhoun | $1,595 | |
Whittier | $1,085 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,400 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,995 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,350 | No Change | No Change | |
Rooms | $914 | 1% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,745
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
9%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,750
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
5%
Whittier
Average rent
$1,085
Marcy Holmes
Average rent
$1,477
Loring Park
Average rent
$1,105
Dinkytown
Average rent
$1,645
Prospect Park
Average rent
$1,532
Nicollet Island
Average rent
$1,762
Como
Average rent
$2,000
Downtown West
Average rent
$1,554
West Calhoun
Average rent
$1,595
Lowry Hill East
Average rent
$1,295
Apartments
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$2,350
Last 30 days
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$914
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Minneapolis, MN, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Minneapolis, MN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Minneapolis and Arden Hills by all bedroom counts and property types.
Minneapolis
23%lower than the national median
24%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Minneapolis, MN is 1% higher than the median rent in Arden Hills, MN.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,475
7%$1,595
13%$1,755
38%$1,467
14%$1,599
6%$1,862
7%$1,749
7%$2,000
2%$1,995
1%$1,410
$1,575
3%$1,349
Cost of living in Minneapolis, MN
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 4% lower |
| Groceries | 1% higher |
| Health | 3% lower |
| Housing | 19% lower |
| Transportation | 4% lower |
| Utilities | 5% lower |
Discover rentals in Minneapolis, MN
1d ago
3142 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$350–$1,600
Apartment for rent
11h ago
711 4th St Se, Minneapolis, MN 55414
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$600–$3,550
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Near North apartment for rent in Minneapolis
1430 Irving Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55411
1 bed
1 bath
$650
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Como house for rent in Minneapolis
2417 Como Ave Se, Minneapolis, MN 55414
1 bed
1 bath
$745
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Loring Park condo for rent in Minneapolis
201 S 11th St. Street #2500, Minneapolis, MN 55403
2 beds
3.5 baths
$10,500
Condo for rent
3h ago
4901 France Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,130–$10,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Warehouse District condo for rent in Minneapolis
270 Hennepin Ave #2006, Minneapolis, MN 55401
3 beds
3 baths
$9,310
Condo for rent
7h ago
200 University Ave Se, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,800–$13,990
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
1254 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$2,300
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 10
21h ago
Verified
5840 73rd Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55429
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,150–$1,500
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 30
19h ago
Verified
3535 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,355–$1,480
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Verified
2900 4th St Se, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,279–$1,649
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 22
21h ago
Verified
5840 73rd Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55429
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,150–$1,500
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 30
9h ago
Verified
115 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,094–$1,371
Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
3031 Ewing Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55416
1–2 beds
0–2 baths
$1,200–$1,595
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Verified
1254 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,100–$2,300
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 10
21h ago
Verified
5840 73rd Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55429
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,150–$1,500
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 30
1d ago
701 University Ave Se, Minneapolis, MN 55414
1 bed
1 bath
$1,099
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3305 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
2 beds
1 bath
$1,375
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Minneapolis, MN
Quick answers to common questions about the Minneapolis rental market.
How much is rent in Minneapolis?
The average rent in Minneapolis is $1,495 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Minneapolis?
Average rent prices in Minneapolis have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Minneapolis rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Minneapolis is 23% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $455 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Minneapolis?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Minneapolis are Whittier ($1,085/mo), Loring Park ($1,105/mo), and Lowry Hill East ($1,295/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Minneapolis?
To comfortably afford rent in Minneapolis, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Minneapolis?
Minneapolis 1-bedroom apartments averaged around $1,300 per month in 2025, while 2-bedroom units averaged around $1,700 monthly. These figures represent the current rental market across Minnesota's largest city, with 1-bedrooms making up 37% of available inventory and 2-bedrooms accounting for 26% of monthly listings.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).
For additional insights into rental trends, including month-over-month changes and historical comparisons, see Zumper's Monthly Metro Report.
Minneapolis Metro Report
The Zumper Minneapolis Metro Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities to show the most and least expensive cities and cities with the fastest growing rents. The Minnesota one bedroom median rent was $1,288 last month.
The Most Expensive
- Bloomington was the most expensive city with one-bedrooms priced at $1,520.
- Eagan ranked as second with rent priced at $1,460.
- St. Louis Park placed third with rent at $1,310.
The Least Expensive
- St. Paul was the most affordable city with rent priced at $1,180.
- Minneapolis ranked as second with rent at $1,300.
The Largest Decline (Y/Y%)
- Bloomington had the fastest growing rent, up 8.6% since this time last year.
- Minneapolis was second with rent growing 3.2%.
- St. Louis Park placed third with rent increasing 0.8%.
The Largest Decline (M/M%)
- Bloomington had the largest monthly growth rate, up 6.3%.
- Eagan placed second with rent climbing 5.8%.
- St. Louis Park saw rent increase 2.3%, making it third.
About
The Zumper Minneapolis Metro Area Report analyzed active listings that hit the market last month. Listings are aggregated by city to calculate median asking rents.
Words by
Crystal ChenCrystal Chen is a seasoned real estate and housing market expert with more than a decade of experience analyzing rental trends, housing affordability, and urban living. At Zumper, she leads data storytelling as well as press and media relations, where she translates complex housing research into easily digestible insights for renters, industry professionals, and journalists. Her reports can be seen cited in national outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. She is passionate about helping renters navigate today’s evolving housing landscape with clarity and confidence. Living in New York City herself, she knows firsthand the chaos and challenges of navigating a competitive rental market.