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Rental Market Trends in Duluth, MN

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Duluth, MN is $1,431/month.

Rent in Duluth is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,431/month

Average Rent

670 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3%

Change / Year

560

Available Apartments

Duluth rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Duluth average $1,151 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Duluth average $1,431 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Duluth average $1,871 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Duluth average $2,572 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,151/month
442 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,431/month
670 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,871/month
1,015 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,572/month
1,236 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,273/month
547 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,877/month
1,081 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,077/month
1,208 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,223/month
1,837 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,218/month
979 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Duluth, MN?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3%, which averages out to $43 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Duluth, MN

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Duluth, MN
Percentage*
Rent Range
2% Below $700/month
26% $700 - $1,000/month
35% $1,001 - $1,500/month
22% $1,501 - $2,000/month
14% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Duluth?

Based on current rent prices, Duluth Heights, Central Hillside and Kenwood are the most affordable neighborhoods in Duluth.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Duluth Heights
$1,568/month
730 Sq Ft
Central Hillside
$1,585/month
757 Sq Ft
Kenwood
$1,736/month
590 Sq Ft
Congdon
$1,976/month
753 Sq Ft
Downtown Duluth
$2,000/month
758 Sq Ft
East End
$2,083/month
781 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Duluth?

Based on current rent prices, East End, Downtown Duluth and Congdon are the most expensive neighborhoods in Duluth.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
East End
$2,083/month
781 Sq Ft
Downtown Duluth
$2,000/month
758 Sq Ft
Congdon
$1,976/month
753 Sq Ft
Kenwood
$1,736/month
590 Sq Ft
Central Hillside
$1,585/month
757 Sq Ft
Duluth Heights
$1,568/month
730 Sq Ft

Which Duluth neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Duluth with the most apartments available are Downtown Duluth, East End and Kenwood .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Duluth
$2,000/month
758 Sq Ft
East End
$2,083/month
781 Sq Ft
Kenwood
$1,736/month
590 Sq Ft
Duluth Heights
$1,568/month
730 Sq Ft
Central Hillside
$1,585/month
757 Sq Ft
Congdon
$1,976/month
753 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Duluth, MN?

Because the average rent in Duluth is $1,431, you’ll want to make about $4,770 per month or $57,240 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Duluth, MN

560 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Duluth, MN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Duluth, MN to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Duluth Heights

Duluth, MN

East End

Duluth, MN

Studio
$1,390/month
$823/month
One Bedroom
$1,558/month
$917/month
Two Bedroom
$1,833/month
$1,087/month
Three Bedroom
$1,998/month
$1,625/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Superior

    Superior

    Avg Rent: $1,447/month

  • Hermantown

    Hermantown

    Avg Rent: $1,649/month

  • Cloquet

    Cloquet

    Avg Rent: $984/month

Apartment Communities in Duluth We Think You'll Love

ENDI Plaza

ENDI Plaza

2120 London Rd,
Duluth, MN 55812

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,715 - $4,111

The Lakeview Residences at 333

The Lakeview Residences at 333

333 E Superior St,
Duluth, MN 55802

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,624 - $5,672

Zenith

Zenith

215 N 1st Ave E,
Duluth, MN 55802

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,224 - $2,499

Kenwood Village

Kenwood Village

1515 Kenwood Ave,
Duluth, MN 55811

1-2 Beds | $1,745 - $2,525

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Duluth?

The average rent in Duluth is $1,431 per month, which is 14.1% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Duluth?

The average rent for a house in Duluth, MN is $2,077 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Duluth?

The average rent for a townhome in Duluth, MN is $1,218 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Duluth?

Rents in Duluth, MN are increasing, with prices up 3.0% year-over-year and $43 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Duluth?

In Duluth, MN, 35% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Minnesota Duluth Rental Trends

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 September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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