
Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN from $400 (60 Rentals)
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Princeton Place

501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included

Ames Lake Neighborhood

1511 Grand Ave

Forest Place Apartments

LaBlanche Apartments

Marquette on the Hill

Press House Apartments

West Side Flats
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Grand Place Apartments | 622

Sun Cliffe

Norfolk Place Apartments

Linwood Apartments

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Stoneridge

Parkside Apartments

McCarrons Village Apartments

Pivot Apartments

The Schurmeier Lofts

Shepard Terrace
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The Donegan Apartments

2700 University

Capital View Apartments

Oxbo Urban Rentals

The Whitley

Larpenteur Estates

Where Classic Character Meets City Living

Ridgewood Apartments

Setona Apartments

7th Street Apartments
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Vailwood Apartments

Avenue Apartments

Virginia Flats

Iglehart Court

Grand Place Apartments | 1984

Lowertown Commons

The Arlow on Kellogg

Grand Place Apartments | 2028

Pleasant Avenue Villas

St. Clair Commons | 2016
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The Haven of Battle Creek

River Crossing Apartments & Townhomes

1640 Galtier St

22 on the River

Grand Pre East Apartments

Rose Park Commons

Pondview Apartments

Live at The Oaks of West Saint Paul | Spacious & Comfortable Living

Rym Apartments

Whispering Pond Apartments
Authentic Minneapolis: An Insider's Guide to Renting in the City of Lakes
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Paul Studio Apartments | $1,226 | $629 | $2,988 |
| St. Paul 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $626 | $4,054 |
| St. Paul 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,733 | $469 | $5,795 |
| St. Paul 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,994 | $495 | $4,595 |
| St. Paul 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,520 | $535 | $5,016 |
| St. Paul 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,781 | $2,029 | $3,450 |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Read ArticleEnjoy Twin Cities Campus Life: Top Minneapolis Neighborhoods for Student Renters
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Best Local Schools in St. Paul, MN
Highland Park Senior High
Capitol Hill Magnet/Rondo
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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 $789.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St. Paul?
The cheapest apartment in St. Paul is The Communities of River Crossing which is listed at $692, while the average apartment in St. Paul costs $2,492.
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 263 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 $448 which is $2,044 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St. Paul.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Minneapolis
Written by: Stephanie Lica
I'm Stephanie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Minneapolis, MN. I've lived in Minnesota all my life, save for a brief stint in Wisconsin.

Enjoy Twin Cities Campus Life: Top Minneapolis Neighborhoods for Student Renters
Written by: Stephanie Lica
I'm Stephanie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Minneapolis, MN.

Blending Career and Community: Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Major Minneapolis Employers
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I'm Stephanie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Minneapolis, Minnesota. I love life in the Twin Cities.

Authentic Minneapolis: An Insiders Guide to Renting in the City of Lakes
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.