Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown St Cloud Neighborhood of Saint Cloud, MN from $300 (20 Rentals)

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411 5th Ave S
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

411 5th Ave S

411 5th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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310 4th Ave S
Studio Apartments

310 4th Ave S

310 4th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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Northwood Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Northwood Apartments

2222 8th St NSt. Cloud, MN 56303
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La Paz Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Paz Apartments

530 16th StSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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Windy Hill Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Windy Hill Apartments

800 11th St SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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Regency East
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Regency East

28 NE 3rd AveSt. Cloud, MN 56304
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Broadwell Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Broadwell Estates

200-202 Wilson Ave NESt. Cloud, MN 56304
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200 5th Ave N
1 Bedroom Apartments

200 5th Ave N

200 5th Ave NSt. Cloud, MN 56303
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La Cruz Community
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

La Cruz Community

1505 6th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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Rosebud Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosebud Apartments

625 12th Ave NSt. Cloud, MN 56303
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Waterfront Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waterfront Apartments

400 River Ave SSauk Rapids, MN 56379
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Downtown St Cloud, St. Cloud, MN Local Guide

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 Studio unit found at Eastwood Apartments priced from $575. Victorian Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Downtown St Cloud apartments for rent in St. Cloud, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eastwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$575
Victorian TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$650
Washington Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$705
Birchwood Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$705
Covington Place Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$710

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown St Cloud, MN

As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown St Cloud apartment is the 2 BED 2 BATH Model at THE HIGHLANDS starting at $1,059 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the East Saint Cloud neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown St Cloud apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cloudhaven Apartments605 Three Bedroom3BR,1BA$0.91
THE HIGHLANDS2 BED 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.98
Brookwood Apartments3 bedroom3BR,1BA$0.95
Covington Place Apartments2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.80
Cedar Square Apartments2 Bedroom D2BR,1BA$1.03
Pine Pointe Apartments2 bedroom 2 bathroom2BR,2BA$0.99
Axis Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.95
Lincoln Pointe2B1B - CONTACT FOR AVAILABILITY2BR,1BA$1.03
Birchwood Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.97
Washington Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.01

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown St Cloud, Saint Cloud, MN

Ranked #2

Among neighborhoods in Saint Cloud, MN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Downtown St Cloud, Saint Cloud, and the greater St. Cloud area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Downtown St Cloud Neighborhood in Saint Cloud, MN

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown St Cloud Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown St Cloud?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown St Cloud is at Eastwood Apartments listed at $575.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown St Cloud Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown St Cloud Apartment is $680 at Eastwood Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown St Cloud Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown St Cloud is starting from $825 at Clear Brook Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown St Cloud Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown St Cloud Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hampton Place Apartments and starts from $949.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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