
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arts District Saint Paul, MN from $500 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Arts District area of Saint Paul.


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Chestnut Arms

Lyon's Court Senior Apartments

West Side Flats

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Sibley Court

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Sibley Park

Renaissance Box

Crane Ordway Apartments
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Degree of Honor

Galtier Towers

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Commerce Building Apartments

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The Penfield

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Irvine Exchange

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Pioneer Endicott

Straus Lofts

Press House Apartments
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Mears Park Place

Kellogg Square

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The Whitley

Parkside Apartments

The Scenic

The Schurmeier Lofts

66 9th St E, Unit 1205

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Custom House
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Hackett Block

Lowry Apartments

488 Wabasha St N

Seventh Place Apartments

178 Summit Ave

Summit Hill Apartments

Verdant
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488 Wabasha St N

Commission House

170 Summit Ave

340 Sibley Street Lofts

Irvine Park Towers

Lowertown Commons

The Fitz Flats

Lofts at Farmers Market
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts District Studio Apartments | $1,256 | $629 | $1,551 |
| Arts District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,653 | $850 | $4,078 |
| Arts District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,304 | $1,119 | $6,078 |
| Arts District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,626 | $1,800 | $3,833 |
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There are currently 40 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 The Historic Minnesota Building priced from $629. Chestnut Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Arts District apartments for rent in St. Paul, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Historic Minnesota Building | S2 | Studio,1BA | $629 |
| Chestnut Arms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Summit Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $927 |
| Verdant | Ivy | Studio,1BA | $935 |
| Lyon's Court Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom - HOME | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| Sibley Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Sibley Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Commission House | S4-3 | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Crane Ordway Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Renaissance Box | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arts District, MN
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arts District area is the $1.81 price per square foot 3 Bedroom - 2 Bath Model at R7 Lofts in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $2,775. The second greatest value Arts District apartment is the Ramsey Model at West Side Flats starting at $1,799 with a $1.81 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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| R7 Lofts | 3 Bedroom - 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| West Side Flats | Ramsey | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.81 |
| Degree of Honor | C1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Lowertown Commons | 1 Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Press House Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Parkside Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
| Irvine Park Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Crane Ordway Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.75 |
| Renaissance Box | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.82 |
| Lyon's Court Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom - HOME | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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!
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 $1,000.
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 $850, while the average apartment in Arts District costs $2,672.
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 55 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 $226 which is $2,446 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Arts District.
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