
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arts District Saint Paul, MN from $500 (45 Rentals)
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West Side Flats

Sibley Court

Sibley Park

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The Historic Minnesota Building

Donegan Apartments

Chestnut Arms

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The Fitz Flats

Press House Apartments
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Parkside Apartments

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The Penfield

Kellogg Square

Galtier Towers

Commerce Building Apartments

The Arlow on Kellogg

Mears Park Place

Pioneer Endicott

The Jax
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The Scenic

Oaks Union Depot

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Lowertown Lofts

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R7 Lofts

The Cosmopolitan

Custom House

Lofts at Farmers Market

Landmark Tower

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The Whitley
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Arts District, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arts District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Arts District Studio Apartments | $1,192 | $920 | $1,747 |
Arts District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $995 | $3,492 |
Arts District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,287 | $1,277 | $5,113 |
Arts District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,743 | $1,800 | $4,213 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Arts District Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Arts District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arts District area of St. Paul, MN is a Studio unit found at 178 Summit Ave priced from $899. Degree Of Honor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable Arts District apartments for rent in St. Paul, MN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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178 Summit Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Degree Of Honor | The Wold | Studio,1BA | $920 |
Verdant | Ivy | Studio,1BA | $935 |
Commission House | S4 - 3 | Studio,1BA | $989 |
Sibley Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
Sibley Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
The Historic Minnesota Building | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Chestnut Arms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
West Side Flats | Stryker | Studio,1BA | $1,012 |
The Fitz Flats | E | Studio,1BA | $1,034 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arts District, MN
As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arts District area is the $1.74 price per square foot The Berg Model at Degree Of Honor in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $2,292. The second greatest value Arts District apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Lyon's Court Senior Apartments starting at $1,276 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arts District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Degree Of Honor | The Berg | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
Lyon's Court Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
BONNIE JEAN FLATS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Rayette Lofts | A3 - The Taylor | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
170 Summit Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Donegan Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
178 Summit Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.33 |
The Jax | jA4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Commerce Building Apartments | 1 Bedroom (50) | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Press House Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.80 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleArts District, Saint Paul, MN
Ranked #30
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Minnesota including Arts District, Saint Paul, and the greater St. Paul area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Arts District Neighborhood in Saint Paul, MN
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
71 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arts District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Arts District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Arts District is under $1,034.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Arts District?
The cheapest apartment in Arts District is The Historic Minnesota Building which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Arts District costs $2,690.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arts District?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 48 regular apartments in Arts District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Arts District?
Cheap apartments in Arts District have an average cost of $136 which is $2,554 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arts District.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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