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2319 Highland WaySt. Paul, MN 55116
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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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Stryker Senior Housing
617 Stryker AveSt. Paul, MN 55107
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Parkway Gardens
1145 Hudson RdSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Humboldt Senior 55+ Apartments
508 Humboldt AveSt. Paul, MN 55107
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265 Dayton Ave S
265 Dayton AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Charles Flats
1648 Charles AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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256 Marshall Ave
256 Marshall AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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616 Ivy Ave E
616 Ivy Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55130
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1219 Conway St
1219 Conway StSt. Paul, MN 55106
223 Bates Ave
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Ashland Apartments
443 Ashland AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
310 Birmingham St
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Grand & Finn Apartments
2124 Grand AveSt. Paul, MN 55105
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Princeton Place
461 Maryland Ave WSt. Paul, MN 55117
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1269 7th St W
1269 7th St WSt. Paul, MN 55102
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946 Randolph Ave
946 Randolph AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included
501 Ashland AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Ames Lake Neighborhood
1144 Barclay StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Edgbaston Meadows
250-304 Birmingham StSt. Paul, MN 55106
474 Herschel St
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617 Maryland Ave E, Unit 3
617 Maryland Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55130
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1511 Grand Ave
1511 Grand AveSt. Paul, MN 55105
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Renaissanse Box
200 10th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Kensington Hall Apartments
928 Grand AveSt. Paul, MN 55105
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Harken
2260 Bohland AveSt. Paul, MN 55116
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796 Stewart Ave
796 Stewart AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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George & Stevens Apartments
133 Stevens St ESt. Paul, MN 55107
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Forest Place Apartments
217 Nebraska Ave WSt. Paul, MN 55117
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Iris Park Apartments
441 Lynnhurst Ave WSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Hillsberry 94
292 Ruth St NSt. Paul, MN 55119
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California Drive Apartments
1203 California DrSt. Paul, MN 55108
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2026 Brewster St
2026 Brewster StSt. Paul, MN 55108
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2026 Brewster St
2026 Brewster StSt. Paul, MN 55108
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LaBlanche Apartments
390 W Cottage AveSt. Paul, MN 55117
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Pine Tree Park Apartments
828 N Hazel StSt. Paul, MN 55119
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Marquette on the Hill
204-208 Western Ave NSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Lincoln Court Apartments
95 Lexington Pky SSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Nordic Court
1080 Raymond AveSt. Paul, MN 55108
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Commerce Building Apartments
10 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Chestnut Arms
224 Smith Ave NSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Lexington House
35 Lexington Pkwy SSt. Paul, MN 55105
877 St Paul Ave
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1173 7th St W, Unit 2
1173 7th St WSt. Paul, MN 55102
1163 7th St W
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West Side Flats
84 Wabasha St SSt. Paul, MN 55107
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Wheelock Ridge Villa
380 E Wheelock Pky ESt. Paul, MN 55130
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. Paul?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap St. Paul Studio Apartments | $1,217 | $629 | $2,394 |
| Cheap St. Paul 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $626 | $3,340 |
| Cheap St. Paul 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,729 | $469 | $7,233 |
| Cheap St. Paul 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,957 | $495 | $4,595 |
| Cheap St. Paul 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,482 | $535 | $5,016 |
| St. Paul 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,857 | $2,029 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Paul, MN
Pricing Updated: 03/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the St. Paul, MN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St. Paul Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Daytons Bluff | $1,979 | $800 | 59 |
| Lowertown | $2,566 | $629 | 274 |
| Downtown St Paul | $2,696 | $629 | 247 |
| Arts District | $2,701 | $629 | 249 |
Cheapest Available St. Paul Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Paul, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood priced from $489. Radius in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Paul apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown | 2 Bed, 2 Bath DinkyDome Double Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $489 |
| Radius | C5 | 3BR,2BA | $495 |
| The Historic Minnesota Building | S2 | Studio,1BA | $629 |
| Stryker Senior Housing | 0A | Studio,1BA | $652 |
| Parkway Gardens | The Rose | 1BR,1BA | $692 |
| The Waldo | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $771 |
| Parklawn | Parklawn - 1286-... | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| 265 Dayton Ave S | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $786 |
| Cretin Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Bierman Place | The Park - By-the-bed | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN
As of March 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Paul area is the $1.06 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - Market Model at Straus Lofts in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $1,596. The second greatest value St. Paul apartment is the G2: 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms Model at Factory Lofts starting at $776 with a $0.52 price per square foot in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straus Lofts | 2 Bedroom - Market | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Factory Lofts | G2: 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms | 3BR,3BA | $0.52 |
| 5244 41st Ave S | 5244 41st Ave S | Studio ,1BA | $1.04 |
| 796 Stewart Ave | Coliving Suite 798 | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 765 Jessie St, Unit B | 765 Jessie St | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Radius | C3 | 3BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown | 2 Bed, 2 Bath DinkyDome Double | 2BR,2BA | $0.46 |
| 795 6th St E | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Fry Street Station | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| West 7th Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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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.
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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 $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St. Paul?
The cheapest apartment in St. Paul is Parkway Gardens which is listed at $692, while the average apartment in St. Paul costs $2,485.
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 237 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 $397 which is $2,088 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St. Paul.
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