
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown St Cloud Neighborhood of Saint Cloud, MN from $400 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown St Cloud area of Saint Cloud.


1536 Northway Dr

1536 Northway Dr

1536 Northway Dr

Campus Center Apartments

Columbia IHA

Brookwood Apartments

Executive Apartments
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Covington Place Apartments

Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior

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616 10th Ave N

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Victorian Terrace

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310 4th Ave S

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Majestic View Apartments

Riverview Apartments

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1021 6th Avenue S.

Forestview Apartments

1009 6th Avenue S

Stearns Place Apartments - 55+ Preferred

1240 33rd Ave N

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Summit Ave Apartments

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Downtown St Cloud, St. Cloud, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown St Cloud?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown St Cloud Studio Apartments | $805 | $425 | $1,140 |
| Downtown St Cloud 1 Bedroom Apartments | $949 | $525 | $1,645 |
| Downtown St Cloud 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $795 | $2,030 |
| Downtown St Cloud 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,456 | $420 | $2,276 |
| Downtown St Cloud 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $1,100 | $2,785 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown St Cloud Neighborhood of Saint Cloud, MN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown St Cloud Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown St Cloud area of St. Cloud, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior priced from $750. Brookwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here are the most affordable Downtown St Cloud apartments for rent in St. Cloud, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Kents West Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Victorian Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Clear Brook Apartments | One bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Covington Place Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Den | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Saint Cloud Terrace | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Anchor Pointe Apartments | Second Floor Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| 727 Apartments | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Village Northway | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown St Cloud, MN
As of February 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown St Cloud area is the $0.97 price per square foot 2233 Model at Liberty Townhomes in the in the South Saint Cloud neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Downtown St Cloud apartment is the 1114 13th St S Model at 1114 13th St S, Unit 1112 starting at $1,500 with a $0.78 price per square foot in the Pantown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown St Cloud apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Townhomes | 2233 | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.97 |
| 1114 13th St S, Unit 1112 | 1114 13th St S | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.78 |
| Cloudhaven Apartments | 1416 Four Bedroom | 4BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Pine Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| Columbia IHA | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Covington Place Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Den | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Woodhaven East Apartments | Two Bedroom + One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Oakshire Apartments | 2B/1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Washington Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown St Cloud Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown St Cloud?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown St Cloud is under $850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown St Cloud?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown St Cloud is Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Downtown St Cloud costs $1,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 47 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown St Cloud?
Cheap apartments in Downtown St Cloud have an average cost of $338 which is $1,012 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown St Cloud.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Bob Mallory
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.