
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN from $400 (739 Rentals)
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Marshall Ave

Charles Flats

Ames Lake Neighborhood

365-367 Smith Ave N

474 Herschel St

292 Birmingham St

Shamrock Court Apartments

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Princeton Place

230 W Fuller Ave
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796 Stewart Ave, Unit 796

Grand and Finn Apartments

Humboldt Senior 55+ Apartments

946 Randolph Ave

501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included

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Amber Union

Edgbaston Meadows

1511 Grand Ave

Larpenteur Villa
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Kensington Hall Apartments

1727 Reaney Ave E

Iris Park Apartments

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Van Dyke Apartments

The Cromwell

313 Hoyt Ave E

LaBlanche Apartments

Pine Tree Park Apartments

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Marquette on the Hill

666 Sims Ave
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The Burlington

Lexington House

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The Historic Minnesota Building

Nordic Court

Hyacinth Apartments

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California Drive

West Side Flats

Sun Cliffe

Como Terrace
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Phalen View Apartments

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Cherokee Bluffs

1237 Albemarle St

Minnehaha Apartments

Sibley Court

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Sibley Park

Linwood Apartments
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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 | $1,220 | $640 | $1,759 |
| Cheap St. Paul 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $789 | $3,387 |
| Cheap St. Paul 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $469 | $4,665 |
| Cheap St. Paul 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $495 | $4,217 |
| Cheap St. Paul 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $479 | $5,016 |
| St. Paul 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,262 | $2,200 | $3,895 |
| St. Paul 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,697 | $850 | $4,795 |
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St. Paul, MN Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Paul, MN
Pricing Updated: 12/04/2025Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daytons Bluff | $2,295 | $845 | 48 |
| Lowertown | $2,658 | $950 | 335 |
| Arts District | $2,712 | $950 | 316 |
| Downtown St Paul | $2,712 | $950 | 312 |
Cheapest Available St. Paul Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Paul, MN is a 4 Beds unit found at Radius in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood priced from $479. Yugo Minneapolis Sydney Hall in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $489. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Paul apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radius | D5 | 4BR,3BA | $479 |
| Yugo Minneapolis Sydney Hall | 2 Bed, 2 Bath DinkyDome Double Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $489 |
| Amberwood Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Cretin Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Ames Lake Neighborhood | 1 Bedroom Hazelwood | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Miro | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Bierman Place | The Park - By-the-bed | 2BR,1BA | $830 |
| Maplewood Manor | Keller Flats - 2275-... | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Princeton Place | Studio 306 Sq Ft | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN
As of December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the St. Paul area is the $0.40 price per square foot 796 Stewart Ave Model at 796 Stewart Ave, Unit 796 in the in the Highland neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value St. Paul apartment is the 2 Bedroom - Market Model at Straus Lofts starting at $1,638 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Downtown 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 796 Stewart Ave, Unit 796 | 796 Stewart Ave | 6BR,6BA | $0.40 |
| Straus Lofts | 2 Bedroom - Market | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 585 Case Ave, Unit 1 | 585 Case Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Factory Lofts | G2: 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms | 3BR,3BA | $0.50 |
| Lyon's Court Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Radius | D2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.63 |
| 872 19th Ave SE, Unit 19th | 872 19th Ave SE | 2BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| 795 East 6th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Marshall at Finn | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| The Marshall | 2DX2B | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
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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
Capitol Hill Magnet/Rondo
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Getting Around St. Paul, MN
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St. Paul?
The cheapest apartment in St. Paul is Cretin Court which is listed at $789, while the average apartment in St. Paul costs $2,594.
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 217 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 $337 which is $2,257 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St. Paul.
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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!



