
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Joseph, MN from $600 (49 Rentals)
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Graceview Estates

Boulder Ridge Apartment Homes

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Joetown Apartment Homes

The Oaks on 20th

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24 North Lofts on College Avenue

131 Cedar St E

33 W Minnesota St

Carlson Crossing
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Heritage Cove Apartments

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Driftwood Apartments

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Bright River Estates

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Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC

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Westchester Apartments

Tremont Apartments

Jacobs Square Apartments

Westwood Village

Cypress Court
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Westwood Parkway Estates

134 Crossing

Riverview Lofts

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Heritage Village Apartments

The Club at Heritage

GrandView Estates

Prosper West

Savanna Apartments

Kensington
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Parkbury Villa

Pheasant Crest Townhomes

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Northview Apartments

Victory Court Apartments

1130 West Apartments

Windsong Apartments

The Lodge at Pine Lakes

Sandwood Apartments

Sandwood Apartments
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512 Maple Ln

311 5th St S

Driftwood Plaza

Park Ridge Apartments

Grandview Crossings

60 Birch Ave S

Bel Clare Estates

490 3rd St S

723 5th Ave S
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117 3rd Ave

1601 7th Ave SE

216 Birch Ave S

1411 2nd Ave S
St. Joseph, MN 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 | $1,099 | $750 | $1,340 |
| St. Joseph 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,189 | $764 | $1,851 |
| St. Joseph 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $819 | $2,700 |
| St. Joseph 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $1,039 | $2,991 |
| St. Joseph 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available St. Joseph Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Joseph, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC in the West Saint Cloud neighborhood priced from $795. Sandwood Apartments in the West Saint Cloud neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $815. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Joseph apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Sandwood Apartments | 1 BD - 1 BA (+ Balcony/Patio) | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Sandwood Apartments | 1 BD - 1 BA (+ Balcony/Patio) | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Westwood Village | Two bedroom/ One bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
| Savanna Apartments | D | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Cypress Court | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,155 |
| The Club at Heritage | B 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Prosper West | B4R | 2BR,1BA | $1,219 |
| Pheasant Crest Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1,255 |
| Heritage Village Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath E | 2BR,2BA | $1,510 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Joseph, MN and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Joseph area is the $0.86 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section Model at Bel Clare Estates in the starting from $1,259. The second greatest value St. Joseph apartment is the 3 Bed/ 2 Bath C Model at The Lodge at Pine Lakes starting at $1,795 with a $1.29 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bel Clare Estates | 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| The Lodge at Pine Lakes | 3 Bed/ 2 Bath C | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Windsong Apartments | 3 Bed/2 Bath-F | 3BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Prosper West | B7R | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Pheasant Crest Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Savanna Apartments | D | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Westwood Village | Two bedroom/ One bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Sandwood Apartments | 1 BD - 1 BA (+ Balcony/Patio) | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Sandwood Apartments | 1 BD - 1 BA (+ Balcony/Patio) | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Joseph Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in St. Joseph?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in St. Joseph is at Cypress Court listed at $1,155.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Joseph Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Joseph Apartment is $795 at Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC.
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 $880 at Auburn Cove Apartments., LLC.
What is the most affordable St. Joseph Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap St. Joseph Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westwood Village and starts from $1,060.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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