
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South St. Paul, MN from $950 (100 Rentals)
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Waterford Green Apartments & Townhomes

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The Drover

Heritage Crest Apartments

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405 10th Ave N

Clark Place Apartments & Townhomes

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The Concord

136 11th Ave N

200 1st Ave S, Unit 3

221 Grand Ave W, Unit 305
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The Yards

614 1st Ave S

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Kaposia Valley Apartments

612 Stewart Ave., South St. Paul

Anderson-Elrose Apartments

Summit Bryant

617 2nd Ave S

Bromley Apartments

Ten-0-Nine

Grand Hill Condominiums
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Buron Circle Apartments

1120 Bryant Ave

The Backyards

Westview Park Community

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Eagle Pointe Apartments

Imperial Heights Apartments

670 4th St

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Oaks of West Saint Paul

903 Oakdale Ave
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Southview Greens

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Lake Cove Village

97 Orme St E

4210 Corn Silk Way

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White Oaks Apartments

1541 Traverse Ln

Allen Avenue

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Charlton Place

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Charlton Terrace

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Oakdale Apartments

Salem Green

Newport Commons

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Charlton Park

Rooftop 252

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Soul

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Avana Southview

650 4th St
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South St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South St. Paul?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap South St. Paul Studio Apartments | $1,284 | $950 | $2,832 |
| Cheap South St. Paul 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $1,045 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap South St. Paul 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $1,175 | $8,858 |
| Cheap South St. Paul 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,141 | $1,495 | $2,770 |
| Cheap South St. Paul 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,104 | $1,895 | $2,220 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in South St. Paul, MN
Pricing Updated: 09/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the South St. Paul, MN area range in price from $950 to $11,870 with an overall median price of $1,419. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for South St. Paul Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| South St Paul | $1,419 | $950 | 165 |
Cheapest Available South St. Paul Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South St. Paul, MN is a Studio unit found at Stryker Senior Housing in the West Side neighborhood priced from $652. Humboldt Senior 55+ Apartments in the West Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South St. Paul apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Stryker Senior Housing | 0A | Studio,1BA | $652 |
| Humboldt Senior 55+ Apartments | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Annapolis Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Imperial Heights Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Waterford Green Apartments & Townhomes | Edlyn | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Westview Park Community | Westview Gardens - 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| 3-848 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Eagle Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,098 |
| PEARLWOOD ESTATES | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Waitlist Application | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| Lake Cove Village | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,129 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South St. Paul, MN
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South St. Paul area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3 br S Model at Country Club Manor Apartments in the in the Nature View neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value South St. Paul apartment is the Three Bedroom - E Model at Hilltop at Signal Hills starting at $1,967 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Moreland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South St. Paul apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Country Club Manor Apartments | 3 br S | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Hilltop at Signal Hills | Three Bedroom - E | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Southview Greens | Large 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| The Ridge | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Kaposia Valley Apartments | 2 Bedroom C | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Red Rock Square III | Landing | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 756 Hall Avenue Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Emerson Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Charlton Park | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 3-848 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South St. Paul Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South St. Paul?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South St. Paul is at Stryker Senior Housing listed at $652.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South St. Paul Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South St. Paul Apartment is $895 at Humboldt Senior 55+ Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South St. Paul Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South St. Paul is starting from $1,133 at Mark Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable South St. Paul Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South St. Paul Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at PEARLWOOD ESTATES and starts from $1,745.
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