
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. James, MN from $300 (76 Rentals)
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St. James Apartments

Meadow Bloom Apartments

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Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

Eytcheson Estates Welcome

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Highland Hills Apartments

Deer Creek Apartments

Downtown Estates

Parkview Apartments
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442 Belgrade Ave

Hartshorn Manor

Glenwood Terrace

Ashley Estates

Valley View Apartments

Village Court Apartments

Trimont Square Apartments

Cherry Square

Highland Apartments

Cherry Ridge Apartments
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Commerce Apartments

Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes

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Gray Hawk Apartments

Eagle Ridge Townhomes

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Hoover Estates

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Woodside Apartments

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The Edge Apartments

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River Bluff Apartments

Skyway Properties LLC
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Southwood Flats

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Augusta Park Estates

Belmont Heights

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The Alma

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Lakeside Apartments

Traverse Green

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RoK Lofts

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Legacy Park Estates

Dublin Road Townhomes

The Forde
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Village Place Flats

520 6th St

Cedar Meadow Apartments

Riverfront Court

Cardinal Creek Apartments

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Axis Lofts

Westview Heights

Augusta Commons

Sunrise Manor

Fairview Apartments
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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 | $939 | $750 | $1,315 |
| St. James 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,294 | $685 | $2,120 |
| St. James 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $607 | $2,370 |
| St. James 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,759 | $1,065 | $2,794 |
| St. James 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,880 | $1,780 | $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 2 Beds unit found at Meadow Bloom Apartments priced from $607. Eytcheson Estates Sherburn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $701. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. James apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Bloom Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $607 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| 442 Belgrade Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Hartshorn Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Ashley Estates | 1 Bedroom - a | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Village Court Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (original) | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. James, MN and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. James area is the $0.84 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - Upper Level Model at Windom Landing in the starting from $975. The second greatest value St. James apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Parkview Apartments starting at $815 with a $0.80 price per square foot . 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 | 2 Bedroom - Upper Level | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Parkview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 1212 Heckman Ct | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.83 |
| Trimont Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Downtown Estates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| 442 Belgrade Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Meadow Bloom Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Bunting Lane Apartments | Individual Roommates Included! | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
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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 1212 Heckman Ct 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 $795 at Downtown Estates.
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 $607 at Meadow Bloom Apartments.
What is the most affordable St. James Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap St. James Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eagle Ridge Townhomes and starts from $1,065.
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