
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Saint Cloud Neighborhood of St. Cloud, MN from $400 (58 Rentals)
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402 7th Ave S

Campus Center Apartments

516 6th St S

Columbia IHA

Brookwood Apartments

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1209 10th Ave S, Unit 2

Covington Place Apartments

Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior

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Lincoln Pointe
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Washington Place Apartments

Victorian Terrace

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Oakshire Apartments

812 7th Ave S

Saint Cloud Terrace

200 5th Ave N

Park Plaza Apartments

Riverstone Apartments

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519 14th St S, Unit 2

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601 9th Ave N, Unit 4
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1311 6th Ave S

525 14th St S

519 14th St S

525 14th St S

326 2nd Ave NE

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The Landing Apartments

Rosewood In The Park

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415 E Saint Germain St

Ivy Apartments

The Lofts Condominiums
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349 6th Ave S

801 15th Ave S

520 14th St S

524 14th St S

1420 6th Ave S

1110 7th St SE, Unit 50-209

512 8th Ave S

624 13th St S

310 4th Ave S

Jacqueline Apartments
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La Paz Apartments

Windy Hill Apartments

Regency East

Riverview Apartments

Majestic View Apartments

Broadwell Estates

Rosebud Apartments

Westview Apartments

University Place

1021 6th Ave S
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South Saint Cloud, St. Cloud, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Saint Cloud?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Saint Cloud Studio Apartments | $833 | $650 | $1,140 |
| South Saint Cloud 1 Bedroom Apartments | $877 | $525 | $1,645 |
| South Saint Cloud 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,051 | $725 | $1,690 |
| South Saint Cloud 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,181 | $420 | $1,895 |
| South Saint Cloud 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,119 | $600 | $1,495 |
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There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Saint Cloud Neighborhood of St. Cloud, MN.
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Cheapest Available South Saint Cloud Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Saint Cloud area of St. Cloud, MN is a Studio unit found at Columbia IHA priced from $650. 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 South Saint Cloud apartments for rent in St. Cloud, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia IHA | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior | One Bedroom/ One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Covington Place Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Den | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Saint Cloud Terrace | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Victorian Terrace | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Riverstone Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $885 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Saint Cloud, MN
As of April 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Saint Cloud 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 South Saint Cloud 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 South Saint Cloud 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 |
| Riverstone Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| The Landing Apartments | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Covington Place Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Den | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Oakshire Apartments | 2B/1B/Ent.Closet | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Brookwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 519 14th St S, Unit 2 | 519 14th St S | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Saint Cloud Terrace | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Saint Cloud Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Saint Cloud?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Saint Cloud is under $885.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Saint Cloud?
The cheapest apartment in South Saint Cloud is Riverside Apartments 55+ Senior which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in South Saint Cloud costs $1,290.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 10 regular apartments in South Saint Cloud that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Written by: Bob Mallory
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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