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575 7th St S, Unit 103

627 5th Ave S, Unit 202

819 5th Ave S, Unit 104

505 12th St S, Unit 305

812 6th Ave S
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815 5th Ave S

1536 Northway Dr, Unit 213

1536 Northway Dr, Unit 208

1536 Northway Dr, Unit 211

418 5th Ave S, Unit State 10

914 8th Ave S, Unit 5
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519 14th St S

35 Lake St S

216 5th St SW

1035 Division St E

1425 Maine Prairie Rd, Unit 1

490 3rd St S
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750 5th St S, Unit 202

109 Claremont St

1123 13th St S

1353 15th Ave S

403 4th Ave NE

1311 6th Ave S, Unit 302
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1311 6th Ave S, Unit 202

1501 7th Ave S, Unit 103

723 5th Ave S
St. Cloud, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in St. Cloud?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Cloud 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,639 | $895 | $2,295 |
| St. Cloud 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,990 | $1,349 | $2,650 |
| St. Cloud 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,623 | $1,500 | $5,375 |
| St. Cloud 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,492 | $2,195 | $2,790 |
| St. Cloud 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,500 | $2,100 | $2,900 |
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Cheapest Available St. Cloud Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Cloud, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Vue Pointe Apartments priced from $555. Northwood Apartments in the Pantown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $570. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Cloud apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vue Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $555 |
| Northwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $570 |
| Columbia IHA | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Hampton Place Apartments | Hampton Place Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Lincoln Pointe | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $794 |
| Waite Park Crossing | One bedroom + One bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Driftwood Apartments | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Cloud, MN
As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Cloud area is the $0.93 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section Model at Bel Clare Estates in the starting from $1,349. The second greatest value St. Cloud apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Vue Pointe Apartments starting at $1,311 with a $0.97 price per square foot . 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 | $0.93 |
| Vue Pointe Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Camden Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Pine Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Ivy Apartments | 4 Bed | 4BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Timber Cove Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 30 Maple St NE | Lower level | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Westwood Village | Two bedroom/ One bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Hunters Ridge | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Lincoln Pointe | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Best Local Schools in St. Cloud, MN
Madison Elementary School
Apollo Senior High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Cloud
What type of rentals are currently available in St. Cloud?
There are currently 456 Apartments for Rent in St. Cloud, MN with pricing that ranges from $335 to $3,095. There are also 70 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Cloud ranging from $400 to $5,375.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St. Cloud?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. Cloud ranges from $400 to $5,375 with an average monthly rent of $2,004.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in St. Cloud?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in St. Cloud range from $420 to $3,095, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,349 to $2,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $350.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.