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The Historic Minnesota Building
46 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Cretin Court
50 Cretin Ave SSt. Paul, MN 55105
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Twelve 22
1222 University Ave WSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Parkway Gardens
1145 Hudson RdSt. Paul, MN 55106
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$710
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Ashland Apartments
443 Ashland AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Charles Flats
1648 Charles AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Hillsberry 94
292 Ruth St NSt. Paul, MN 55119
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Fairview Flats
107-115 Fairview Ave NSt. Paul, MN 55104
1114 Rice St
St. PaulMN55117
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Edgbaston Meadows
250-304 Birmingham StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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871 St Clair Ave
St. PaulMN55105
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Heritage Estates
2040 Wilson AveSt. Paul, MN 55119
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$890
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946 Randolph Ave
946 Randolph AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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1515 Selby Ave
1515 Selby AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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1676 English St, Unit 304
1676 English StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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$895
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1022 Arkwright St N, Unit 9
1022 Arkwright St NSt. Paul, MN 55130
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501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included
501 Ashland AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Press House Apartments
345 Cedar StSt. Paul, MN 55101
288 Birmingham St
St. PaulMN55106
483 W Lynnhurst Ave
St. PaulMN55104
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870 Cook Ave E
St. PaulMN55106
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Kensington Hall Apartments
928 Grand AveSt. Paul, MN 55105
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1511 Grand Ave
1511 Grand AveSt. Paul, MN 55105
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The Park Apartments
215 McKnight Rd SSt. Paul, MN 55119
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1225 St Clair Avenue
1225 St Clair AveSt. Paul, MN 55105
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$912
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Linden & Loon
2143-2149 Selby AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
321 Bates Ave
St. PaulMN55106
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Sun Cliffe
400 Luella St NSt. Paul, MN 55119
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Chestnut Arms
224 Smith Ave NSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Minnehaha Apartments
1445 Minnehaha Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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Dayton Apartments
300 Dayton AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Pine Tree Park Apartments
828 N Hazel StSt. Paul, MN 55119
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Lincoln Court Apartments
95 Lexington Pky SSt. Paul, MN 55104
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$945
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Little Mod
796 Stewart AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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972 Ashland Ave
972 Ashland AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
586 7th St W
St. PaulMN55102
880 Cleveland Ave S
St. PaulMN55116
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941 Jenks Ave, Unit Cozy Garden Level
941 Jenks AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Nordic Court
1080 Raymond AveSt. Paul, MN 55108
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Princeton Place
461 Maryland Ave WSt. Paul, MN 55117
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Lexington House
35 Lexington Pkwy SSt. Paul, MN 55105
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Forest Place Apartments
217 Nebraska Ave WSt. Paul, MN 55117
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196 Mounds Blvd, Unit 5
196 Mounds BlvdSt. Paul, MN 55106
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196 Mounds Blvd, Unit 6B
196 Mounds BlvdSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Treehouse
2319 Highland WaySt. Paul, MN 55116
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Clemar Apartments
2062 Marshall AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Phalen View Apartments
1499 Mcafee StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Straus Lofts
350 Sibley StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Sibley Court
484 Temperance StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Sibley Park
211 7th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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St. Paul, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. Paul?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap St. Paul Studio Apartments | $1,244 | $629 | $2,405 |
| Cheap St. Paul 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $665 | $4,078 |
| Cheap St. Paul 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,845 | $549 | $6,078 |
| Cheap St. Paul 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,102 | $437 | $6,615 |
| Cheap St. Paul 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $649 | $5,016 |
| St. Paul 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,746 | $650 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Paul, MN
Pricing Updated: 09/19/2026Current apartment rentals in the St. Paul, MN area range in price from $629 to $6,078 with an overall median price of $1,535. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St. Paul Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daytons Bluff | $1,146 | $845 | 87 |
| Lowertown | $1,533 | $629 | 342 |
| Arts District | $1,589 | $629 | 325 |
| Downtown St Paul | $1,589 | $629 | 324 |
Cheapest Available St. Paul Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Paul, MN is a 3 Beds unit found at Radius in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood priced from $437. Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $549. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Paul apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radius | C4 | 3BR, 2BA | $437 |
| Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown | 2 Bed, 2 Bath DinkyDome Double Renovated | 2BR, 2BA | $549 |
| The Historic Minnesota Building | S2 | Studio, 1BA | $629 |
| Cretin Court | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $635 |
| The Quad on Delaware | D1R - Renovated 4 Bedroom 4 Bath | 4BR, 4BA | $649 |
| Stryker Senior Housing | 0A | Studio, 1BA | $652 |
| Twelve 22 | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $665 |
| Parkway Gardens | The Rose | 1BR, 1BA | $692 |
| 1554 Grand, LLC | 4-Bedroom | 4BR, 2BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Paul area is the $0.57 price per square foot 4BR/4.0BA Model at Linden & Loon in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood starting from $912. The second greatest value St. Paul apartment is the 4-Bedroom Model at Grand and Finn I in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood starting at $850 with a $0.57 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Paul apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden & Loon | 4BR/4.0BA | 4BR, 4BA | $0.57 |
| Grand and Finn I | 4-Bedroom | 4BR, 2BA | $0.57 |
| West Grand Avenue Apartments | 4-Bedroom by-the-bed | 4BR, 2BA | $0.57 |
| Grand & Finn II | 4-Bedroom | 4BR, 2BA | $0.57 |
| 2044 Grand Avenue | 4-Bedroom | 4BR, 2BA | $0.57 |
| 1554 Grand, LLC | 4-Bedroom | 4BR, 2BA | $0.46 |
| Factory Lofts | G2: 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms | 3BR, 3BA | $0.53 |
| Marshall at Finn | 4B/2B | 4BR, 2BA | $0.58 |
| Radius | C5 | 3BR, 2BA | $0.77 |
| Bierman Place | The Quad - By-the-bed | 4BR, 2BA | $0.53 |
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St. Paul Overview
St. Paul is a large midwestern city with a small-town feel thanks to its diverse neighborhoods and historic buildings. Experience the best the midwest has to offer with fine dining, family-friendly events, concerts, and festivals, and a variety of athletic leagues and teams. From the university area to the thriving downtown, there is always something happening in St. Paul. The city is also known for its wide selection of safe and affordable apartments that allow residents to become fully immersed in their local communities.
Why live in St. Paul, MN?
The St. Paul economy is thriving with nearly 1.6 million jobs in the private sector as of 2008. Most of these jobs are related to the service industry, which means that St. Paul is an ideal place for young professionals looking to start out their careers and find a safe apartment to live in. The culture of St. Paul is what truly sets it apart from other large cities in the midwest. With a variety of conservatories, historic landmarks in the downtown area, and a rich multicultural history, it is easy to see why St. Paul receives 350,000 visitors to its Winter Carnival alone.
Best Local Schools in St. Paul, MN
Highland Park Senior High
St. Paul Public School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1390)
8 out of 10
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9 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Paul Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in St. Paul?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in St. Paul is under $695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St. Paul?
The cheapest apartment in St. Paul is Twelve 22 which is listed at $665, while the average apartment in St. Paul costs $1,535.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in St. Paul?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 177 regular apartments in St. Paul that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in St. Paul?
Cheap apartments in St. Paul have an average cost of $335 which is $1,200 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St. Paul.
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