
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Saint Cloud Neighborhood of St. Cloud, MN from $700 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Saint Cloud area of St. Cloud.


1625 16th St SE

1514 15th Ave SE

Clear Brook Apartments

1524 15th Ave SE
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1526 16th Ave SE

Willow Breeze Apartments

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Oakwood Court Apartments

1516 16th Ave SE
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Swisshelm Village Apartments

STERLING HEIGHTS

Grand River Estates

Regency Park

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East Saint Cloud, St. Cloud, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Saint Cloud?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Saint Cloud Studio Apartments | $977 | $835 | $1,085 |
| East Saint Cloud 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,025 | $769 | $1,260 |
| East Saint Cloud 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $874 | $1,890 |
| East Saint Cloud 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $1,060 | $2,321 |
| East Saint Cloud 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,753 | $1,546 | $2,757 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Saint Cloud Neighborhood of St. Cloud, MN.
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Cheapest Available East Saint Cloud Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Saint Cloud area of St. Cloud, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Clear Brook Apartments priced from $800. Swisshelm Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable East Saint Cloud apartments for rent in St. Cloud, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Brook Apartments | One bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Swisshelm Village Apartments | Two bedroom/ Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
| Regency Park | S1R | Studio,1BA | $988 |
| Oakwood Court Apartments | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Bluffs at Liberty Glen | One Bedroom - D | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Saint Cloud, MN
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Saint Cloud area is the $0.89 price per square foot Two Bedroom One Bath Model at STERLING HEIGHTS in the in the East Saint Cloud neighborhood starting from $1,273. The second greatest value East Saint Cloud apartment is the 4 Bedroom Townhome Model at Wildwood Townhomes starting at $1,546 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the East Saint Cloud neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Saint Cloud apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| STERLING HEIGHTS | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Wildwood Townhomes | 4 Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Willow Breeze Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Woodland Village Townhomes | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| Oakwood Court Apartments | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Grand River Estates | 2 x 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| The Bluffs at Liberty Glen | One Bedroom - C | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Clear Brook Apartments | One bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Regency Park | S1R | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Saint Cloud Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Saint Cloud?
The cheapest apartment in East Saint Cloud is Clear Brook Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in East Saint Cloud costs $1,596.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Saint 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 24 regular apartments in East Saint 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 East Saint Cloud?
Cheap apartments in East Saint Cloud have an average cost of $477 which is $1,119 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Saint Cloud.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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