Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Neighborhood of Saint Cloud, MN from $300 (8 Rentals)

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413 S 8th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

413 S 8th Ave

413 S 8th AveSt. Cloud, MN 56301

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University Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

University Place

1009 6th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
Student Housing
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378 3rd Ave S
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

378 3rd Ave S

378 3rd Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
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Westview Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Westview Apartments

720 7th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
Student Housing
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1010 6th Ave S
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1010 6th Ave S

1010 6th Ave SSt. Cloud, MN 56301
Student Housing
  • Utilities Included

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Southside, St. Cloud, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside area of St. Cloud, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Saint Cloud Terrace priced from $845. The Lofts Condominiums has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Southside apartments for rent in St. Cloud, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Saint Cloud TerraceOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$845
The Lofts CondominiumsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,175
Cloud on FifthTwo Bedroom, Two Bathroom North2BR,2BA$1,335

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, MN

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southside 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 Southside apartment is the One Bedroom One Bathroom Model at The Lofts Condominiums starting at $1,175 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Wilson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
512 8th Ave S4 Bedroom Apartment4BR,1BA$1.16
The Lofts CondominiumsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.49
Saint Cloud TerraceOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$1.16
Cloud on FifthRecently Renovated One Bedroom One Bathroom Apa...1BR,1BA$1.84
914 8th Ave S, Unit 5914 8th Ave S1BR,1BA$1.17

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southside, Saint Cloud, MN

Ranked #14

Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside?

The cheapest apartment in Southside is Saint Cloud Terrace which is listed at $845, while the average apartment in Southside costs $1,140.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southside?

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 12 regular apartments in Southside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.