
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Saint Paul, IA from $300 (46 Rentals)
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Alice Place West Burlington

Smith and Royer Apartments

Lexington Concord

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Welch Hotel Senior Apartments

Aspen Court

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Caspian Village Apartments
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Riverbend 3306-3500 Steamboat Way

Ridgebrook Apartments

Orchard Meadows

Bel Aire Apartments

Stonegate Village Apartments
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Hawthorne Townhomes

Creekside Park

River Ridge 2301-2325 University Drive

Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments

630 N 6th St

Fairfield Park II Apartments

Louden Lofts

201-220 Charleston Blvd

Chateau Apartments
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201 Charleston Blvd

500 E Third St

518 W Murray St

105 N Kelly St

Washington Apartments

Keokuk Family Flats

Tisdale Apartments

322 S Madison St

The Burlington Apartments
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Colorado Senior Lofts 55+

338 Cemetery Ln

601-605 W Orchard St

517 N 14th St

2424 Park Ave

Mediapolis Village

605 W 3rd St

151 E 3rd St

1118 Monroe St
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410 Burlington St
Saint Paul, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Saint Paul?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Paul Studio Apartments | $875 | $390 | $1,200 |
| Saint Paul 1 Bedroom Apartments | $923 | $510 | $1,425 |
| Saint Paul 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,042 | $450 | $1,550 |
| Saint Paul 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,317 | $870 | $1,900 |
| Saint Paul 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,258 | $600 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Available Saint Paul Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Saint Paul, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $267. Macomb Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $390. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Saint Paul apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $267 |
| Macomb Rentals | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $390 |
| Smith and Royer Apartments | 1 Bedroom Side Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Welch Hotel Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Washington Apartments | 2.1A 40% | 2BR,1BA | $706 |
| Caspian Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Green Gable Cottages | Green Gable 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Orchard Meadows | B1 Partially Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saint Paul, IA and Nearby
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Saint Paul area is the $0.76 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Nemitz Hall in the in the Threshers Meadows neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Saint Paul apartment is the 3 BR / 2 BA Model at Creekside Park starting at $1,029 with a $0.85 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Saint Paul apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nemitz Hall | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| Creekside Park | 3 BR / 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Blaul Lofts | Blaul Lofts - 208 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.28 |
| Westland Village | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Hawthorne Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms 2 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| Alice Place West Burlington | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Orchard Meadows | B1 Partially Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| School House Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.12 |
| Park Madison Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Saint Paul Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Saint Paul?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Saint Paul is at Macomb Rentals listed at $390.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint Paul Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint Paul Apartment is $510 at Macomb Rentals.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Saint Paul Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Saint Paul is starting from $267 at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Saint Paul Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Saint Paul Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments and starts from $296.
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