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The Historic Minnesota Building
46 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Sibley Court
484 Temperance StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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141 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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West Side Flats
84 Wabasha St SSt. Paul, MN 55107
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Lyon's Court Senior Apartments
510 Sibley StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Parkway Gardens
1145 Hudson RdSt. Paul, MN 55106
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101 E 10th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Mears Park Place
401 Sibley StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Commerce Building Apartments
10 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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The Whitley
460 Wacouta StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Press House Apartments
345 Cedar StSt. Paul, MN 55101
813 N Capitol Heights
St. PaulMN55103
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Rayette Lofts
261 5TH StSt. Paul, MN 55101
696 Conway St
St. PaulMN55106
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111 E Kellogg Blvd ESt. Paul, MN 55101
523 Jackson St
St. PaulMN55101
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Donegan Apartments
241 Kellogg Blvd ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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The Cosmopolitan
250 E 6th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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172 E 6th StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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55 Livington Ave SSt. Paul, MN 55107
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244 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Parkside Apartments
250 5th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
868 Margaret St
St. PaulMN55106
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Lowertown Lofts
240 E 5th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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180 Kellogg Blvd ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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The Cambric Senior Apartments
720 7th St ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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R7 Lofts
133 7th StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Lowertown, St. Paul, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lowertown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowertown Studio Apartments | $1,273 | $824 | $2,572 |
| Lowertown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $1,051 | $3,795 |
| Lowertown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $1,200 | $5,305 |
| Lowertown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,358 | $1,299 | $3,545 |
| Lowertown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $1,499 | $1,499 |
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There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lowertown Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Lowertown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lowertown area of St. Paul, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkway Gardens priced from $670. Hackett Block has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Lowertown apartments for rent in St. Paul, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Parkway Gardens | The Rose | 1BR,1BA | $670 |
| Hackett Block | Small Loft | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Historic Minnesota Building | S2 | Studio,1BA | $824 |
| Lowry Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $884 |
| Verdant | Ivy | Studio,1BA | $893 |
| 795 East 6th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Sibley Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 224 Bates Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $952 |
| Sibley Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| Commission House | S2 - 3 | Studio,1BA | $1,011 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lowertown, MN
As of July 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lowertown area is the $1.13 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - Market Model at Straus Lofts in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $1,708. The second greatest value Lowertown apartment is the 765 Jessie St Model at 765 Jessie St, Unit B starting at $1,200 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Payne-Phalen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lowertown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Straus Lofts | 2 Bedroom - Market | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 765 Jessie St, Unit B | 765 Jessie St | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Hackett Block | Large Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 1430 Case Ave, Unit 1 | 1430 Case Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| BONNIE JEAN FLATS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Rayette Lofts | A1 - The Armstrong | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 296 Bates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Parkway Gardens | The Peony | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Donegan Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 224 Bates Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Minnesota including Lowertown, Saint Paul, and the greater St. Paul area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Lowertown Neighborhood in Saint Paul, MN
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
70 / 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 Lowertown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lowertown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lowertown is under $1,011.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lowertown?
The cheapest apartment in Lowertown is Parkway Gardens which is listed at $670, while the average apartment in Lowertown costs $2,595.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lowertown?
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 70 regular apartments in Lowertown 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 Lowertown?
Cheap apartments in Lowertown have an average cost of $276 which is $2,319 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lowertown.
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.
Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.
Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.