
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. James, MN from $427 (59 Rentals)
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Highland Hills Apartments

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College Station

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512 Vernon Ave

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501 W 1st St S

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Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

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Eytcheson Estates Welcome

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Colony Court Apartments

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Downtown Estates
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Hartshorn Manor

Deer Creek Apartments

312 1st Ave SW

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Glenwood Terrace

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Ashley Estates

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Valley View Apartments

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Hoover Estates

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Trimont Square Apartments

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River Bluff Apartments

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Key City Group, LLC (BT)
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Commerce Apartments

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Sleepy Eye Apartments Homes

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Southwood Flats

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LAKESIDE APTS OF WINDOM

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Village Court Apartments

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The Grove at Mankato

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Gray Hawk Apartments

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STP Group, LLC (ROK)

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Cherry Square

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The Edge Apartments
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Cedar Meadow Apartments

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Windom Landing

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520 6th St

Sunrise Manor

Fairview Apartments

Lewis Lofts

Southview Apartments

Tanglewood Estates

Meadow Bloom Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments
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Parkview Apartments

107 Main St E

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Blue Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

219 6th St SW

522 6th St Apartments

1801 19th St

River Bluff Townhomes

Cherry Ridge Apartments

501 4th St
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St. James, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. James?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. James Studio Apartments | $959 | $750 | $1,315 |
| St. James 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,208 | $595 | $2,155 |
| St. James 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,379 | $695 | $2,155 |
| St. James 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $1,099 | $2,415 |
| St. James 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,148 | $1,100 | $1,980 |
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Cheapest Available St. James Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. James, MN is a 5 Beds unit found at Highland Hills Apartments in the University neighborhood priced from $295. College Station in the University neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $427. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. James apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Highland Hills Apartments | Highland East B | 5BR,2BA | $295 |
| College Station | 5 Bedroom 2 bath | 5BR,2BA | $427 |
| 512 Vernon Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| 501 W 1st St S | 2 BED/1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Colony Court Apartments | MNCCT 1x1 627sqft | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Hartshorn Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Deer Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. James, MN and Nearby
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. James area is the $0.76 price per square foot 4bed/2bath Model at Windom Landing in the starting from $1,100. The second greatest value St. James apartment is the 5 Bedroom 2 bath Model at College Station starting at $427 with a $0.32 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. James apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Windom Landing | 4bed/2bath | 4BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| College Station | 5 Bedroom 2 bath | 5BR,2BA | $0.32 |
| 219 6th St SW | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.83 |
| Trimont Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 512 Vernon Ave | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Bunting Lane Apartments | Individual Roommates Included! | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 501 W 1st St S | 1 BED/1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. James Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in St. James?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in St. James is at Highland Hills Apartments listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St. James Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. James Apartment is $595 at 512 Vernon Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St. James Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St. James is starting from $600 at 501 W 1st St S.
What is the most affordable St. James Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap St. James Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Meadow Apartments and starts from $1,099.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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