Dinkytown Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide

University of Minnesota neighborhood with student housing, casual dining, and youthful energy.

Minneapolis, MNAvg Rent: $1,450/moWalk Score: 85
Walkability
85
Walk Score
Transit
72
Transit Score
Commute
15 min
To Downtown
Safety
Good
Rating

Dinkytown Rent Prices

Studio
$900
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,100
per month
2 Bedrooms
$1,600
per month
3 Bedrooms
$2,200
per month

Rent Trend: Stable

Neighborhood Character

Vibe & Demographics

Neighborhood Vibe
Student-focused, youthful, casual
Demographics
Students, young professionals, academics
Best For
StudentsBudget-consciousYoung professionalsAcademics

Lifestyle & Amenities

Restaurant Scene
Casual, student-friendly, diverse
Nightlife
Moderate - student bars, casual spots
Schools
University of Minnesota

Pros & Cons of Living in Dinkytown

Pros

  • Affordable
  • University access
  • Walkable
  • Good transit

Cons

  • Student-heavy
  • Noisy
  • Less mature
  • Parking difficult

Parks & Recreation

  • U of M campus
  • Mississippi River

Public Transit

  • Light Rail
  • Campus buses
  • Metro Transit

Popular Streets

  • 4th Street SE
  • University Avenue
  • 14th Avenue

Key Amenities

  • U of M campus
  • Student shops
  • Casual dining
  • TCF Bank Stadium

Compare with Other Minneapolis Neighborhoods

Helpful Resources for Renters

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