
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Colonial Gardens Neighborhood of Saint Cloud, MN from $300 (45 Rentals)
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500 11th St S, Unit 103

411 5th Ave S, Unit 103

575 7th St S, Unit 103

627 5th Ave S, Unit 202

505 12th St S, Unit 305

500 12th St S, Unit 202

815 5th Ave S

822 7th Ave S, Unit 101
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402 7th Ave S

1536 Northway Dr, Unit 213

1536 Northway Dr, Unit 208

1536 Northway Dr, Unit 211

527 8th Ave S, Unit 103

395 5th Ave S, Unit 102

418 5th Ave S, Unit State 10

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914 8th Ave S, Unit 5

914 8th Ave S, Unit 5
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Covington Place Apartments

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433 5th Ave NE

Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior

718 6th Ave S

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Stearnsway Apartments

Washington Place Apartments

1920 10th Ave S

Victorian Terrace

1910 10th Ave S
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310 4th Ave S

Jacqueline Apartments

Crossroads Apartments

Northwood Apartments

La Paz Apartments

Windy Hill Apartments

Regency East

Broadwell Estates

Riverview Apartments
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Majestic View Apartments

Rosebud Apartments

Westview Apartments

1021 6th Ave S

University Place

Stearns Place Apartments - 55+ Preferred

1240 33rd Ave N

Birchwood Apartment Homes

Waite Park Crossing
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Colonial Gardens, St. Cloud, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colonial Gardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Gardens Studio Apartments | $870 | $465 | $1,195 |
| Colonial Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $909 | $310 | $1,645 |
| Colonial Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $825 | $2,110 |
| Colonial Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $420 | $2,033 |
| Colonial Gardens 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $1,095 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Colonial Gardens Neighborhood of Saint Cloud, MN.
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Cheapest Available Colonial Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Colonial Gardens area of St. Cloud, MN is a Studio unit found at Northwood Apartments priced from $570. Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Colonial Gardens apartments for rent in St. Cloud, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $570 |
| Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Waite Park Crossing | One bedroom + One bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Saint Cloud Terrace | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Victorian Terrace | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Anchor Pointe Apartments | Second Floor Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Upper Town Apartments | East Elm | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colonial Gardens, MN
As of June 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Colonial Gardens area is the $1.16 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Apartment Model at 512 8th Ave S in the in the Pantown neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Colonial Gardens apartment is the 4 Bed Model at Ivy Apartments starting at $1,095 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Pantown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colonial Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 512 8th Ave S | 4 Bedroom Apartment | 4BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Ivy Apartments | 4 Bed | 4BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Granite City Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Greenway North | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Anchor Pointe Apartments | Second Floor Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 519 14th St S, Unit 2 | 519 14th St S | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Waite Park Crossing | One bedroom + One bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Saint Cloud Terrace | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 433 5th Ave NE | 433 5th Ave NE | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 914 8th Ave S, Unit 5 | 914 8th Ave S | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleColonial Gardens, Saint Cloud, MN
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Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
This website is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Colonial Gardens, Saint Cloud, and the greater St. Cloud area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colonial Gardens Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Colonial Gardens?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Colonial Gardens is under $879.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Colonial Gardens?
The cheapest apartment in Colonial Gardens is Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Colonial Gardens costs $1,537.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Colonial Gardens?
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 34 regular apartments in Colonial Gardens 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 Colonial Gardens?
Cheap apartments in Colonial Gardens have an average cost of $335 which is $1,202 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Colonial Gardens.
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