Duluth

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Duluth, MN

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College Town Outdoor Adventures Scenic Lake Superior Parks Trails

Nestled along the shores of Lake Superior, Duluth combines natural scenery with city amenities. This historic port city of approximately 87,000 residents offers diverse housing options throughout its hillside neighborhoods. From downtown apartments to residential areas like Lakeside and Woodland, renters can find various living spaces to match their preferences. Current rental trends show steady growth, with average one-bedroom apartments at $1,323 and two-bedrooms at $1,681, reflecting a moderate year-over-year increase of around 4% for most unit types.

The city's centerpiece is its magnificent waterfront, where the Lakewalk extends seven miles along Lake Superior's shore. The extensive park system includes Leif Erikson Park, featuring a rose garden, while the Canal Park district draws visitors to its shops and the landmark Aerial Lift Bridge. Home to the University of Minnesota Duluth and other educational institutions, the area maintains a strong academic presence. The Port of Duluth-Superior, the largest and busiest port on the Great Lakes, continues the city's maritime legacy while supporting modern commerce through the shipment of materials ranging from taconite to wind turbine components.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Duluth, MN is $1,121 for a studio, $1,398 for one bedroom, $1,843 for two bedrooms, and $2,439 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Duluth has increased by 2.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,398/month
668 Sq Ft
House
$2,197/month
1,224 Sq Ft
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Transportation

52

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

34

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

49

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Homecroft Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

402 Students

Lakewood Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

254 Students

Lester Park Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

575 Students

Congdon Park Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

452 Students

Pike Lake Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

280 Students

Ordean East Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

989 Students

Lincoln Park Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

524 Students

Special Ed. N.P.

Public

Grades PK-12

Duluth Esy

Public

Grades 1-12

East Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,494 Students

Denfeld Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

940 Students

The Bridge

Public

Grades 12

15 Students

Special Ed. N.P.

Public

Grades PK-12

Duluth Esy

Public

Grades 1-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • North Shore Scenic Railroad
  • Duluth Children's Museum
  • Great Lakes Aquarium
  • Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center
  • Chester Bowl

Airports

  • Duluth International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.