
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Charles, MN from $600 (48 Rentals)
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19407 County Road 2 NE

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Key Broadway Apartments

Country Valley

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Meadow Park Apartments

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The Graham

Eastwood Manor

Lobb Field Apartments

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The Ida
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Olympik Village Apartments

Scenic View Townhomes

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Civic Square Apartments

EastGate Apartments

Bryk on Broadway

Homestead Village Townhomes

Eastwood Ridge

Silver Lake Crossing

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Residence at Discovery Square
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318 Commons

SoRoc on Maine

Avani Living

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The Riverview

TwentyFirst Ave

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The Manor at Med City

501 on First

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Metropolitan Market Place

The HUE
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Preserve on Maine

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Flats on 4th

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The Rosewater

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The Boulders

First & Banks

The Vista at South Broadway

Broadway Plaza - Mayo Clinic

1017 21st St SE

28 6th Ave SE
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Chester Estates

The Beacon

366 Elton Hills Dr NW

Northern Valley Apartments

20 Mayo Park Dr SE

725 7th St NW

1732 2nd Ave SE

524 10th St SE

1st Avenue Flats
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Lofts at Mayo Park

Benaiah on Broadway

3960 Willow Heights Dr SW
St. Charles, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. Charles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Charles Studio Apartments | $1,475 | $925 | $1,945 |
| St. Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $635 | $2,705 |
| St. Charles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,169 | $895 | $4,000 |
| St. Charles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,228 | $895 | $4,097 |
| St. Charles 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
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Cheapest Available St. Charles Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Charles, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Key Broadway Apartments priced from $635. Clover Patch Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $815. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Charles apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Key Broadway Apartments | Garden View | 1BR,1BA | $635 |
| Clover Patch Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Country Valley | 16x72 | 3BR,2BA | $895 |
| Meadow Park Apartments | Modern Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
| The Beacon | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Lobb Field Apartments | A | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Scenic View Townhomes | Two Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,088 |
| Homestead Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Ida | Unfurnished 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Civic Square Apartments | One Bedroom - 602 Sq.Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Charles, MN and Nearby
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Charles area is the $0.95 price per square foot Three Bedroom/ One Bathroom Model at Scenic View Townhomes in the starting from $1,236. The second greatest value St. Charles apartment is the 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath Model at Falcon Heights Townhomes starting at $1,970 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the East Rochester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Charles apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Scenic View Townhomes | Three Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Falcon Heights Townhomes | 2 Bed, 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.66 |
| Country Valley | 16x72 | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| Avani Living | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| 1st Avenue Flats | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| TwentyFirst Ave | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Homestead Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Lobb Field Apartments | A | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Key Broadway Apartments | Garden View | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Clover Patch Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Charles Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in St. Charles?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in St. Charles is at The Beacon listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Charles Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Charles Apartment is $635 at Key Broadway Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St. Charles Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St. Charles is starting from $920 at Meadow Park Apartments.
What is the most affordable St. Charles Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap St. Charles Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Country Valley and starts from $895.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.