Uptown Minneapolis Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide

Trendy neighborhood with Chain of Lakes, Hennepin Avenue nightlife, diverse dining, and urban lake lifestyle.

Minneapolis, MNAvg Rent: $1,825/moWalk Score: 88
Walkability
88
Walk Score
Transit
65
Transit Score
Commute
15 min
To Downtown
Safety
Good
Rating

Uptown Minneapolis Rent Prices

Studio
$1,100
per month
1 Bedroom
$1,400
per month
2 Bedrooms
$2,000
per month
3 Bedrooms
$2,800
per month

Rent Trend: Rising

Neighborhood Character

Vibe & Demographics

Neighborhood Vibe
Trendy, active, lake-focused
Demographics
Young professionals, couples, active residents
Best For
Young professionalsActive lifestylesLake loversBikers

Lifestyle & Amenities

Restaurant Scene
Diverse, trendy, eclectic
Nightlife
Very active - bars, clubs, restaurants
Schools
Good public schools

Pros & Cons of Living in Uptown Minneapolis

Pros

  • Lake access
  • Great biking
  • Walkable
  • Diverse

Cons

  • Cold winters
  • Parking difficult
  • Some crime
  • Getting expensive

Parks & Recreation

  • Lake Calhoun (Bde Maka Ska)
  • Lake Harriet
  • Lake of the Isles

Public Transit

  • Metro bus lines
  • Bike trails

Popular Streets

  • Hennepin Avenue
  • Lake Street
  • Lyndale Avenue

Key Amenities

  • Chain of Lakes
  • Hennepin Avenue
  • Bike trails
  • Diverse dining

Compare with Other Minneapolis Neighborhoods

North Loop

2BR Rent:$2,400
Walk Score:92
Trendy, industrial-chic, foodie

Northeast Minneapolis

2BR Rent:$1,800
Walk Score:72
Artistic, diverse, creative

Loring Park

2BR Rent:$2,200
Walk Score:95
Urban, LGBTQ+ friendly, cultural

Dinkytown

2BR Rent:$1,600
Walk Score:85
Student-focused, youthful, casual

Helpful Resources for Renters

Moving to Uptown Minneapolis? These resources can help you prepare, understand your rights, and find financial assistance if needed.

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