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St. Cloud, MN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Cloud, MN

Pricing Updated: 06/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the St. Cloud, MN area range in price from $310 to $3,685 with an overall median price of $1,857. The three St. Cloud neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are North Saint Cloud at $425, Lincoln School at $565, and West Side at $565. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St. Cloud Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
North Saint Cloud$960$42512
Lincoln School$1,370$56570
West Side$1,560$56594
East Saint Cloud$1,582$73021
West End$1,655$78013
Colonial Gardens$2,000$310100
Downtown St Cloud$2,000$310106
Hester Park$2,000$310107
Pantown$2,000$310109
Seberger$2,000$310105

Cheapest Available St. Cloud Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Cloud, MN is a 4 Beds unit found at Cloud on Fifth in the Pantown neighborhood priced from $565. Eastwood Apartments in the Wilson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Cloud apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cloud on FifthFloorplan 654BR,4BA$565
Eastwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$575
Kents West Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$660
Birchwood Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$705
Covington Place Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$710
Riverside Apartments 55+ SeniorOne Bedroom/ One Bathroom1BR,1BA$720
Lincoln Pointe1B1B - CONTACT FOR AVAILABILITY1BR,1BA$730
Bright River Estates1B1B - CONTACT FOR AVAILABILITY1BR,1BA$745
Hampton Place ApartmentsHampton Place Apartments1BR,1BA$749
Sunny VilleStudioStudio,1BA$760

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Cloud, MN

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the St. Cloud area is the $0.91 price per square foot 605 Three Bedroom Model at Cloudhaven Apartments in the in the Pantown neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value St. Cloud apartment is the 2 Bed/ 2 Bath Model at Windsong Apartments starting at $1,240 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Pantown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Cloud apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cloudhaven Apartments605 Three Bedroom3BR,1BA$0.91
Windsong Apartments2 Bed/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.95
Oaks at BentonshireB 2X1 TROUT2BR,1BA$0.89
Brookwood Apartments3 bedroom3BR,1BA$0.95
Covington Place Apartments2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.80
Waite Park CrossingTwo bedroom + One bathroom B2BR,1BA$0.98
Pine Pointe Apartments2 bedrooms2BR,1BA$0.95
Axis Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.95
Westwood VillageTwo bedroom/ One bathroom2BR,1BA$0.98
Birchwood Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.97

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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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Getting Around St. Cloud, MN

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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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 $760.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in St. Cloud?

The cheapest apartment in St. Cloud is Kents West Apartments which is listed at $660, while the average apartment in St. Cloud costs $1,857.

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 165 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 $163 which is $1,694 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St. Cloud.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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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.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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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.