
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South St. Paul, MN from $600 with Washer/Dryer (15 Rentals)
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Clark Place Apartments & Townhomes

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The Drover

221 Grand Ave

753 S Robert St, Unit 753
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PEARLWOOD ESTATES

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Eagle Pointe Apartments

895 Humboldt Ave

170 Page St W, Unit B

Rooftop 252
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Soul

1541 Traverse Ln

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Avana Southview

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Emerson Hills Apartments

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South St. Paul Studio Apartments | $1,177 | $672 | $2,835 |
| South St. Paul 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $1,068 | $7,387 |
| South St. Paul 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $750 | $7,078 |
| South St. Paul 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,068 | $1,707 | $2,770 |
| South St. Paul 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $2,199 | $2,199 |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Discover the best Minneapolis neighborhoods for student renters! Find ideal apartments near major Twin Cities campuses & enjoy vibrant student life.
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South St. Paul Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South St. Paul?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South St. Paul is under $1,110.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South St. Paul?
The cheapest apartment in South St. Paul is Colonial Court Apartments which is listed at $915, while the average apartment in South St. Paul costs $1,887.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South St. Paul?
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 30 regular apartments in South St. Paul 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 South St. Paul?
Cheap apartments in South St. Paul have an average cost of $162 which is $1,725 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South St. Paul.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Minneapolis
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I'm Stephanie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Minneapolis, MN. I've lived in Minnesota all my life, save for a brief stint in Wisconsin.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.