
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Joseph, MI from $300 (21 Rentals)
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Westview Apartments

Lakecrest Apartments

Lake View Terrace

14 UNITS

State Street

826 Lake Blvd
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1424 S State St

216 Elm St

917 Pearl St

Briarwood Apartments

New Harbor Condominums

Emma Jean Hull Flats

436 Pipestone Rd
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5220 Ridge Rd

Baric Village at Fairplain

Saranac Flats

Harbor City Flats

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The Meeting House At Fidelity
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St. Joseph, MI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. Joseph?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph Studio Apartments | $1,092 | $790 | $1,950 |
| St. Joseph 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,078 | $956 | $1,600 |
| St. Joseph 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $1,121 | $1,410 |
| St. Joseph 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,532 | $1,510 | $1,555 |
| St. Joseph 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available St. Joseph Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Joseph, MI is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakecrest Apartments priced from $960. Briarwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,121. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Joseph apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakecrest Apartments | Pontoon | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| Briarwood Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,121 |
| Westview Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 943 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Joseph, MI and Nearby
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Joseph area is the $1.60 price per square foot 1318 State St Model at 1318 State St, Unit 1318 State St Upper in the starting from $1,600. The second greatest value St. Joseph apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 943 sq ft Model at Westview Apartments starting at $1,315 with a $1.39 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Joseph apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1318 State St, Unit 1318 State St Upper | 1318 State St | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Westview Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 943 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 824 Michigan Ave, Unit Apt #2 | 824 Michigan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Briarwood Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Lakecrest Apartments | Dinghy | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Joseph Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Joseph Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Joseph Apartment is $960 at Lakecrest Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St. Joseph Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St. Joseph is starting from $1,121 at Briarwood Apartments.
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