Cheap Homes for Rent in St. James, MN from $700 (18 Rentals)

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property at 633 S 2nd St

633 S 2nd St

MankatoMN56001
property at 305 W Wenberg St

305 W Wenberg St

DunnellMN56127
property at 2011 Great Bend Blvd
property at 301 S Prairie St

301 S Prairie St

SherburnMN56171
property at 114 Lynn Ln

114 Lynn Ln

MankatoMN56001
property at 418 Allan Ave

418 Allan Ave

North MankatoMN56003

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property at 123 Jaybee Ln

123 Jaybee Ln

MankatoMN56001
property at 907 Albion Ave

907 Albion Ave

FairmontMN56031
property at 118 Lynn Ln

118 Lynn Ln

MankatoMN56001
property at 121 Lynn Ln

121 Lynn Ln

MankatoMN56001
property at 152 Lynn Ln

152 Lynn Ln

MankatoMN56001
property at 141 Lynn Ln

141 Lynn Ln

MankatoMN56001

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property at 203 Karu Dr

203 Karu Dr

MankatoMN56001
property at 103 Maple Dr

103 Maple Dr

MankatoMN56001
property at 156 Lynn Ln

156 Lynn Ln

MankatoMN56001
property at 123 Lynn Ln

123 Lynn Ln

MankatoMN56001
property at 121 Jaybee Ln

121 Jaybee Ln

MankatoMN56001

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St. James, MN Local Guide

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 Eytcheson Estates Sherburn priced from $701. Eytcheson Estates Welcome 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eytcheson Estates Sherburn2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$701
Eytcheson Estates Welcome1 Bedroom2BR,1BA$701
Deer Creek Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$705
1212 Heckman CtStudioStudio,1BA$750
Highland Hills ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. James, MN and Nearby

As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the St. James area is the $1.19 price per square foot Fox Run Townhomes Model at Fox Run Townhomes in the in the City Center Mankato neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value St. James apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at 442 Belgrade Ave starting at $1,500 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the City Center Mankato neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. James apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fox Run TownhomesFox Run Townhomes3BR,2.5BA$1.19
442 Belgrade AveThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.94
Windom Landing4 Bedroom - Lower Level4BR,2BA$0.71
Dublin Road Townhomes3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Affordable3BR,1.5BA$1.14
Southwood Flats2 Bed, 1 Bath (remodeled)2BR,1BA$1.16
1212 Heckman CtStudioStudio ,1BA$0.83
Glenwood Terrace2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.14
Bunting Lane ApartmentsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$0.82
Eytcheson Estates Sherburn2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.93
Eytcheson Estates Welcome1 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.93

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Frequently Asked Questions about St. James

What type of rentals are currently available in St. James?

There are currently 73 Apartments for Rent in St. James, MN with pricing that ranges from $701 to $2,135. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. James ranging from $750 to $2,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St. James?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. James ranges from $750 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,716.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in St. James?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in St. James range from $1,299 to $2,095, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,434 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $975.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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