
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Cloud, MN from $300 (184 Rentals)
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575 7th St S, Unit 103

627 5th Ave S, Unit 202

819 5th Ave S, Unit 104

505 12th St S, Unit 305

812 6th Ave S

815 5th Ave S

402 7th Ave S

1536 Northway Dr, Unit 213

1536 Northway Dr, Unit 208
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1536 Northway Dr, Unit 211

418 5th Ave S, Unit State 10

Columbia IHA

Executive Apartments

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914 8th Ave S, Unit 5

914 8th Ave S, Unit 5

Hampton Place Apartments

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Driftwood Apartments

Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior

718 6th Ave S
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Covington Place Apartments

Brookwood Apartments

1526 16th Ave SE

216 16th Ave N

812 7th Ave S

1514 15th Ave SE

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Bright River Estates

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Stearnsway Apartments

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Lincoln Pointe

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Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC
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Clear Brook Apartments

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Oakshire Apartments

Victorian Terrace

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433 5th Ave NE, Unit 3

1524 15th Ave SE

1910 10th Ave S

1920 10th Ave S

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Greenbriar Apartments

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Newbury Apartments

Sunny Ville
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Timber Cove Apartments

503 15th Ave SE

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The Landing Apartments

Willow Breeze Apartments

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Point Saint Germain

Saint Cloud Terrace

Anchor Pointe Apartments

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1419 7th St N

3457 3rd St N

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Cedar Square Apartments
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St. Cloud, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. Cloud?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap St. Cloud Studio Apartments | $936 | $465 | $1,877 |
| Cheap St. Cloud 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,031 | $335 | $1,851 |
| Cheap St. Cloud 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,236 | $810 | $3,020 |
| Cheap St. Cloud 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,497 | $420 | $2,991 |
| Cheap St. Cloud 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $350 | $1,691 |
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St. Cloud, MN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Cloud, MN
Pricing Updated: 07/23/2026Current apartment rentals in the St. Cloud, MN area range in price from $335 to $2,991 with an overall median price of $1,453. The three St. Cloud neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are North Saint Cloud at $465, Southside at $340, and South Saint Cloud at $335. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St. Cloud Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Saint Cloud | $1,215 | $465 | 15 |
| Southside | $1,295 | $340 | 14 |
| South Saint Cloud | $1,300 | $335 | 53 |
| Downtown St Cloud | $1,347 | $335 | 134 |
| Wilson Park | $1,347 | $335 | 119 |
| Hester Park | $1,385 | $335 | 125 |
| St John Cantius | $1,385 | $335 | 122 |
| Pantown | $1,400 | $335 | 84 |
| East Saint Cloud | $1,422 | $335 | 76 |
| West Saint Cloud | $1,485 | $340 | 87 |
Cheapest Available St. Cloud Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Cloud, MN is a Studio unit found at Northwood Apartments in the Pantown neighborhood priced from $570. Vue Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $660. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Cloud apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $570 |
| Vue Pointe Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $660 |
| Hampton Place Apartments | Hampton Place Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Lincoln Pointe | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $794 |
| Waite Park Crossing | One bedroom + One bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Driftwood Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| The Landing Apartments | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $827 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Cloud, MN
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Cloud area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2 Bed/ 2 Bath Model at Parkbury Villa in the in the West Saint Cloud neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value St. Cloud apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Pine Pointe Apartments starting at $1,005 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the East Saint Cloud neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Cloud apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkbury Villa | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Pine Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Oaks at Bentonshire | B 2X1 TROUT | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Columbia IHA | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 30 Maple St NE | Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Westwood Village | Two bedroom/ One bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Oakshire Apartments | 2B/1B/Ent.Closet | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Hunters Ridge | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Park Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Lincoln Pointe | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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St. Cloud Overview
Hovering over the mighty Mississippi River and boasting upwards of 70,000 residents, St. Cloud represents some of the best in Minnesota living. From a solid economic foundation to a bounty of natural scenery and public park land, this proud midwestern destination city has experienced consistent growth through the years for good reason.
Why live in St. Cloud, MN?
Large enough to offer a sustainable lifestyle and the opportunity for job growth, yet cozy enough to be an ideal place to raise a family and known your neighbor on a first name basis, apartments in St. Cloud have been drawing new residents like a moth to a flame for decades. Flush with downhome charm that the midwest is known for the world over, this idyllic destination is an ideal mix of big city convenience and small town community.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Cloud Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in St. Cloud?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in St. Cloud is under $827.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St. Cloud?
The cheapest apartment in St. Cloud is Hampton Place Apartments which is listed at $749, while the average apartment in St. Cloud costs $1,453.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in St. Cloud?
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 356 regular apartments in St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud?
Cheap apartments in St. Cloud have an average cost of $308 which is $1,145 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St. Cloud.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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