Here's what a one-bedroom apartment looks like in America's most expensive rental markets

19. MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA: This updated apartment is just three blocks from Lake Calhoun.

Neighborhood: Cedar Isles

This apartment building has laundry rooms on every floor and a brand-new fitness center with a sauna and indoor pool. The units feature a spacious bedroom and bathroom.

18. DALLAS, TEXAS: Rent a one-bedroom in a gated community with a fitness center, clubhouse, and pool for less than $1,200 a month.

Rent: $1,175/month

Neighborhood: Deep Ellum District

These units have contemporary finishes, custom kitchens, and in-unit washer-dryer connections. The surrounding community is home to Baylor students and young professionals.

17. LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA: For $1,200 a month, you can rent this 4th-floor condo in the city's downtown area.

Rent: $1,200/month

Neighborhood: Downtown Long Beach

This unit has one bedroom, plus a built-in Murphy bed in the living room. The green-tiled kitchen, however, could probably use some renovating.

16. PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA: This quirky lofted one-bedroom goes for just over $1,200 a month.

Rent: $1,270/month

Neighborhood: Washington Square

The kitchen is small, but the lofted bedroom space makes up for it. There are wood floors throughout, plus a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace.

15. BALTIMORE, MARYLAND: One-bedroom units in a renovated Victorian row home rent for just over $1,200 a month.

Rent: $1,250/month

Neighborhood: Mt. Vernon/Penn Station

In the building's entryway, there's a grand staircase and a marble fireplace. All units boast laundry machines, keyless entry, and bathrooms featuring a rain head shower, heated floors, and designer light fixtures.

14. ATLANTA, GEORGIA: In downtown Atlanta, you can rent a 19th-floor apartment with a stunning skyline view for about $1,400 a month.

Rent: $1,380/month

Neighborhood: Downtown

The kitchen and living room are one in this open-floor apartment located near the highway.

13. DENVER, COLORADO: The historic Norman Building offers up a retro-looking one-bedroom with mountain views for under $1,400 a month.

Rent: $1,350/month

Neighborhood: Washington Park

The small kitchen has checkered floors and red walls with tons of cabinet space. There's crown molding throughout.

12. PORTLAND, OREGON: For just under $1,400 a month, you can rent a house with a garage and a large, unfinished basement.

Rent: $1,395/month

Neighborhood: Bridlemile

This 700-square-foot house is outdated but charming, with hardwood floors, large windows, and even an eating nook in the kitchen.

11. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA: You can get a 660-square-foot apartment in sunny San Diego for less than $1,600 a month.

Rent: $1,595/month

Neighborhood: North Park

While it's not the hippest place you can live in San Diego, North Park is on a path to revitalization. Plus, the apartment's living room is spacious, and the bathroom and kitchen are modern with all black-cabinetry.

10. SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: You can rent one-bedroom units in the Sidney, a 15-year-old building located in the city's most densely populated neighborhood, for just under $1,700 a month.

Rent: $1,695/month

Neighborhood: Belltown

The complex boasts charming courtyards and frequent social events, and the apartments are unique. Tenants have the option of adding hardwood floors for an extra $100 a month.

9. MIAMI, FLORIDA: You can rent this completely remodeled apartment with ocean and city views for just under $2,000.

Rent: $1,900/month

Neighborhood: Brickell

Save for the awkward fridge placement in the granite countertop kitchen, this unit is pretty nice, with wood floors and in-unit laundry.

8. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: You can rent an apartment for under $2,000 on a palm tree-lined street near Beverly Hills.

Rent: $1,850/month

Neighborhood: Mid-city

The apartment seems to have an awkward layout, but the kitchen has a dishwasher, and there's a private balcony.

7. CHICAGO, ILLINOIS: This bright one-bedroom located in the heart of the theater and financial district is available for just $2,000 a month.

Rent: $2,000/month

Neighborhood: The Loop

This doorman building is full of 24-hour amenities, like a massage therapy room, fitness center, media and game rooms, and even a library.

6. SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA: This bright and spacious one-bedroom condo is available for slightly over $2,000 a month and is minutes from Cambrian Park.

Rent: $2,195/month

Neighborhood: Cambrian area

There's tons of counter space in the kitchen, a spacious balcony, and a pool in the complex.

5. WASHINGTON, DC: You can rent this one-bedroom in a building with a rooftop pool and grill for $2,150 a month.

Rent: $2,150/month

Neighborhood: Dupont Circle

The kitchen is a bit outdated, but the apartment is cozy and has brand-new flooring throughout. The building has a nice entry and a 24-hour front desk attendant.

4. OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA: For just over $2,000 a month, you can get this condo with a private balcony and a gated garage parking spot.

Rent: $2,095/month

Neighborhood: Oakland Ave.

There's a laundry room on every floor, and building amenities include a swimming pool and club house.

3. BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS: You can get this garden level one-bedroom for just under $2,400 a month, including the cost of air conditioning, heat, and water.

Rent: $2,350/month

Neighborhood: Back Bay

Located in a newly renovated brownstone, this unit has oak wood floors, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and full-closet shelving done by California Closets.

2. NEW YORK, NEW YORK: In the second-most expensive rental market in the country, you can get this laundry-less, dishwasher-less one-bedroom for $3,200 a month.

Rent: $3,200/month

Neighborhood: West Village

This corner unit in a newly renovated building has a small kitchen, but the appliances and cabinets are newly replaced.

1. SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA: For about $3,500 a month, you can rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Francisco's Noe Valley neighborhood, sometimes known as "Stroller Town" for its high number of young families.

Rent: $3,495/month

Neighborhood: Noe Valley

There are hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, and a newly remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances.