How much does it cost to rent in Eden Prairie, MN?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Eden Prairie, MN is $1,772. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Eden Prairie cheaper than other Minnesota cities?

Eden Prairie falls in the middle range for Minnesota, ranking #31 out of 67 cities at $1,772/mo.

When was Eden Prairie rent data last updated?

Eden Prairie rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · MN

Eden Prairie

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Pop. 63,051·31st most expensive in Minnesota·Eden Prairie rents are up 6.8% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,772/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.8%

Month-over-Month

-0.3%

vs US Median

-$193

Stable (Monthly)

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Eden Prairie · $1,772

More affordable than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

56/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Eden Prairie's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,772/mo

Expected by trend

$1,830/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Eden Prairie's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,570

1 BR

$1,775

2 BR

$2,170

3 BR

$2,890

4 BR+

$3,240

Research median

$2,170/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$21,264/yr

At $1,772/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (6.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.8% YoY, -0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Eden Prairie, MN is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 64.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

63,051

Median income

$130,489

Median age

41.3

Renters

23.9%

Age distribution

23%

17.5%

28.3%

14.1%

17.1%

Under 1823%

18–3417.5%

35–5428.3%

55–6414.1%

65+17.1%

Gender

48.6%

51.4%

Male48.6%

Female51.4%

Race & ethnicity

70.3%

13.1%

White70.3%

Black5.7%

Hispanic5.1%

Asian13.1%

Other5.7%

Education (25+)

21.5%

64.9%

No HS diploma3.4%

HS diploma10.1%

Some college21.5%

Bachelor's+64.9%

Housing tenure

76.1%

23.9%

Owner76.1%

Renter23.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Eden Prairie, MN has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,445 → $1,772

up 22.6%

Income

$120,170 → $130,489

up 8.6%

Population

64,048 → 63,051

down 1.6%

Renter share

24.5% → 23.9%

-0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

64.6% → 64.9%

+0.3 pts

Median age

39.7 → 41.3

+1.6 yrs

The median rent in Eden Prairie, MN stood at $1,445 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,772, reflecting a 22.6% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $120,170 to $130,489 between 2021 and 2024, a 8.6% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 1.6% since 2021, moving from about 64,048 residents to roughly 63,051. Taken together, the five-year picture in Eden Prairie, MN reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Eden Prairie on your salary?

At $1,772/mo, how Eden Prairie rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $98,259/yr · Rent = 21.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $69,763/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $80,361/yr · Rent = 26.5% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $143,634/yr · Rent = 14.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $183,529/yr · Rent = 11.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $65,322/yr · Rent = 32.6% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $58,978/yr · Rent = 36.1% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $72,696/yr · Rent = 29.3% income

affordable

By apartment size

Eden Prairie rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Eden Prairie. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Eden Prairie, MN

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Eden Prairie is $1,772/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,570/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,170/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,775/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,890/mo.

At 16% of local median household income ($130,489/yr), Eden Prairie ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Eden Prairie an affordable city for renters?

Eden Prairie is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,772/mo, rent takes approximately 16% of the local median household income ($130,489/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Eden Prairie falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Eden Prairie?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $71,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,772/mo in Eden Prairie. The local median household income is $130,489/yr, meaning the typical Eden Prairie household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Eden Prairie?

Rent in Eden Prairie has increased 6.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Eden Prairie neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Eden Prairie are 55344 ($1,721/mo), and 55347 ($2,153/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Eden Prairie is $1,772/mo.

How does Eden Prairie rent compare to other cities in Minnesota?

Eden Prairie is middle-of-the-pack for Minnesota for rent, ranking #31 out of 67 tracked cities at $1,772/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Eden Prairie?

Hopkins is nearby and more affordable at $1,539/mo, which is $233 less than Eden Prairie.

What percentage of Eden Prairie residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.9% of Eden Prairie households are renters, while 76.1% are owner-occupied. Eden Prairie leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Eden Prairie rent compare to the national average?

Eden Prairie's median rent of $1,772/mo is $193 (10%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Minnesota, it ranks #31 out of 67 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

16%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,772/mo, rent takes ~16% of Eden Prairie's median household income ($130,489/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Eden Prairie 16%Benchmark 30%

State income tax5.35–9.85%

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