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750 5th St S, Unit 202
750 5th St SSt. Cloud, MN 55301
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411 5th Ave S, Unit 103
411 5th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 55301
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500 11th St S, Unit 103
500 11th St SSt. Cloud, MN 55301
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575 7th St S, Unit 103
575 7th St SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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627 5th Ave S, Unit 202
627 5th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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505 12th St S, Unit 305
505 12th St SSt. Cloud, MN 55301
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500 12th St SSt. Cloud, MN 55301
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822 7th Ave S, Unit 101
822 7th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
402 7th Ave S
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$425Studio Apartments Available May 1
1536 Northway Dr, Unit 213
1536 Northway DrSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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$445Studio Apartments Available May 1
1536 Northway Dr, Unit 208
1536 Northway DrSt. Cloud, MN 56303
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1536 Northway Dr, Unit 211
1536 Northway DrSt. Cloud, MN 56303
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527 8th Ave S, Unit 103
527 8th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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395 5th Ave S, Unit 102
395 5th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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914 6th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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418 5th Ave S, Unit State 10
418 5th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 55301
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516 6th St S, Unit Unit #3
516 6th St SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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$650 - $895
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowColumbia IHA
120 Columbia Ave SESt. Cloud, MN 56304
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$690 - $985
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1244 Saint Germain St ESt. Cloud, MN 56304
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914 8th Ave S, Unit 5, Unit 5
914 8th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability914 8th Ave S
914 8th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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$725
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1209 10th Ave S, Unit 2, Unit 2
1209 10th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCovington Place Apartments
510 8th Ave NSt. Cloud, MN 56303
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$750 - $900
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowRiverside Apartments 55+ Senior
101 Riverside Dr SESt. Cloud, MN 56304
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Driftwood Apartments
820-850 Driftwood DrSt. Cloud, MN 56303
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$764 - $1,059
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$745 - $1,040
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Bright River Estates
1 Rivercrest DrSt. Cloud, MN 56303
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$765 - $1,085
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBrookwood Apartments
299 14th Ave SESt. Cloud, MN 56304
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Lincoln Pointe
1060 7th StSt. Cloud, MN 56304
1625 16th St SE
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Stearnsway Apartments
1525 24th Ave NSt. Cloud, MN 56303
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$790 - $1,160
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available May 15Washington Place Apartments
1420 Washington Memorial DrSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC
805 Rilla RdSt. Cloud, MN 56303
134 21st Ave N
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1910 10th Ave S
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1514 15th Ave SE
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowVictorian Terrace
230-240 2nd St NESt. Cloud, MN 56304
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$800 - $1,160
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowClear Brook Apartments
1617 University DrSt. Cloud, MN 56304
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$800 - $1,100
Oakshire Apartments
401-405 14th Ave SESt. Cloud, MN 56304
1524 15th Ave SE
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1526 16th Ave SE
St. CloudMN56304
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$819 - $1,265
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPine Pointe Apartments
1604 7th St SESt. Cloud, MN 56304
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$820 - $1,020
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$820 - $1,020
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Greenbriar Apartments
419 33rd Ave NSt. Cloud, MN 56303
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$820 - $1,565
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTimber Cove Apartments
2510 41st Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilitySunny Ville
2405 County Road 74St. Cloud, MN 56301
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$820 - $1,370
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$820 - $1,370
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$820 - $1,370
Newbury Apartments
3407-3411 22nd St SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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$822 - $1,027
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$795 - $1,000
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Point Saint Germain
3346 W St Germain StSt. Cloud, MN 56301
812 7th Ave S
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503 15th Ave SE
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWillow Breeze Apartments
1455 Minnesota Blvd SESt. Cloud, MN 56304
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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 |
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| Cheap St. Cloud Studio Apartments | $966 | $425 | $1,340 |
| Cheap St. Cloud 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,004 | $310 | $1,851 |
| Cheap St. Cloud 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,257 | $725 | $2,700 |
| Cheap St. Cloud 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $420 | $3,025 |
| Cheap St. Cloud 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $600 | $2,708 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Cloud, MN
Pricing Updated: 04/23/2026Current apartment rentals in the St. Cloud, MN area range in price from $310 to $3,025 with an overall median price of $1,397. The three St. Cloud neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Southside at $310, North Saint Cloud at $425, and South Saint Cloud at $310. 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 |
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| Southside | $982 | $310 | 15 |
| North Saint Cloud | $995 | $425 | 9 |
| South Saint Cloud | $1,297 | $310 | 60 |
| Hester Park | $1,300 | $310 | 142 |
| St John Cantius | $1,300 | $310 | 139 |
| Pantown | $1,385 | $310 | 92 |
| Downtown St Cloud | $1,397 | $310 | 148 |
| Wilson Park | $1,400 | $310 | 115 |
| Seberger | $1,433 | $310 | 98 |
| West Saint Cloud | $1,450 | $310 | 91 |
Cheapest Available St. Cloud Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Cloud, MN is a Studio unit found at Columbia IHA in the Wilson neighborhood priced from $650. Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior in the Wilson neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Cloud apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia IHA | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Stearnsway Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Waite Park Crossing | One bedroom + One bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Clear Brook Apartments | One bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Sandwood Apartments | 1 BD - 1 BA (+ Balcony/Patio) | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Sandwood Apartments | 1 BD - 1 BA (+ Balcony/Patio) | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Cloud, MN
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Cloud area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section Model at Bel Clare Estates in the starting from $1,439. The second greatest value St. Cloud apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at STERLING HEIGHTS starting at $1,273 with a $0.89 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bel Clare Estates | 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section | 3BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| STERLING HEIGHTS | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Natures Edge Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Timber Cove Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Pine Pointe Apartments | 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Ivy Apartments | 4 Bed | 4BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Riverstone Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Covington Place Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Den | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Hunters Ridge | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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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 $815.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St. Cloud?
The cheapest apartment in St. Cloud is Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in St. Cloud costs $1,397.
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 496 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 $341 which is $1,056 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St. Cloud.
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