Last updated October 8, 2026
Average Rent in Minnesota (2026)
Average rent across Minnesota is $1,958/mo as of October 2026, based on 2,712 units tracked daily across 21 cities and 238 apartment communities. Rents are down $125 (6.7%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $690 to $8,963.
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Minnesota Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices are refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | $2,058 | -$296 | 839 | $800 |
| Eden Prairie | $1,960 | -$42 | 234 | $1,115 |
| Burnsville | $1,638 | -$88 | 208 | $1,098 |
| Bloomington | $1,818 | +$24 | 185 | $1,020 |
| Woodbury | $1,922 | -$267 | 167 | $1,045 |
| Duluth | $2,549 | +$108 | 163 | $1,055 |
| Eagan | $1,781 | -$51 | 149 | $775 |
| Plymouth | $2,213 | -$650 | 128 | $1,150 |
| St Paul | $1,734 | -$151 | 117 | $850 |
| Rochester | $1,653 | -$27 | 97 | $950 |
| Brooklyn Park | $1,889 | +$695 | 94 | $1,061 |
| Apple Valley | $1,907 | +$55 | 84 | $1,116 |
| Coon Rapids | $1,811 | -$76 | 69 | $1,095 |
| Lakeville | $1,759 | -$75 | 52 | $1,299 |
| Maple Grove | $2,536 | -$63 | 47 | $1,400 |
| Edina | $1,835 | -$768 | 45 | $1,300 |
| Blaine | $1,497 | -$46 | 11 | $1,100 |
| St Cloud | $1,025 | -$26 | 11 | $950 |
| Falcon Heights | $1,391 | -$17 | 10 | $999 |
| East Grand Forks | $690 | -$160 | 1 | $690 |
Show 1 smaller Minnesota city
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnetonka | $1,988 | -- | 1 | $1,988 |
Which Minnesota Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Minnesota cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 15 biggest movers.
The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in Minnesota
Across the 33 Minnesota buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $11M per month ($132M a year). Estimates come from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity; click a building for the full methodology.
| Building | City | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.610 West | Brooklyn Park, MN | $941K/mo | 92% | 480 |
| 2.Arrive Eden Prairie | Eden Prairie, MN | $912K/mo | 98% | 508 |
| 3.The Woods of Burnsville Apartments | Burnsville, MN | $569K/mo | 92% | 399 |
| 4.The Finch Apartments | Bloomington, MN | $569K/mo | 92% | 276 |
| 5.NoLo Living - NoLo South | Minneapolis, MN | $536K/mo | 94% | 308 |
| 6.HQ Apartments | Minneapolis, MN | $509K/mo | 88% | 306 |
| 7.Avana Maple Grove | Maple Grove, MN | $497K/mo | 95% | 264 |
| 8.The Archive Apartments | Minneapolis, MN | $490K/mo | 96% | 200 |
| 9.Meridian Pointe Building 51 | Burnsville, MN | $476K/mo | 93% | 339 |
| 10.Soo Line Building City Apartments | Minneapolis, MN | $459K/mo | 91% | 254 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Minnesota broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,543 | $800 | $3,038 | 387 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,752 | $690 | $3,478 | 1,110 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,212 | $960 | $6,710 | 992 |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,524 | $775 | $8,963 | 204 |
1 bedroom bucket hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Minnesota Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Minnesota apartments.
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What is the average rent in Minnesota?
The average rent in Minnesota is $1,958 per month as of October 2026, based on 2,712 units tracked across 21 cities.
Which Minnesota city has the cheapest rent?
St Cloud has the lowest average rent in Minnesota at $1,025 per month, with units starting from $950.
Are rents going up or down in Minnesota?
Rents in Minnesota have decreased by $125 (6.7%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Minnesota?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Minnesota is $1,752 per month, with 1,110 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Minnesota?
Duluth is the most expensive city in Minnesota with an average rent of $2,549 per month.
How many apartments are available in Minnesota?
We track 2,712 individual units across 238 apartment communities in 21 Minnesota cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Minnesota?
The average studio apartment rent in Minnesota is $1,543 per month.
How often are Minnesota rent prices updated?
We refresh real asking prices every morning. All Minnesota rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.