
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dayton's Buff Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $600 (37 Rentals)
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278 Birmingham St

York Ave Apartments

Edgbaston Meadows

826 5th St E

Minnehaha Apartments

602 N Mendota St

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English Conway Place

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Nova SP
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935 Sims Ave

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Eastside 1256

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Eastside 1276

660 5th St E

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1133 Beech St, Unit 1

977 Fremont Ave E

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The Cambric Senior Apartments

252 Birmingham St

196 Mounds Blvd, Unit 6B
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1430 Case Ave E

754 5th St E, Unit 2

1056 3rd St E, Unit 3

Amberwood Place

Maple Suites

Birmingham Heights

Johnson Parkway

296 Bates

224 Bates Ave
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940 3rd St E

1025 York Ave

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795 East 6th St

Phalen Senior Lofts

1419 Case Ave East

Wilson Avenue Apartments

697-705 Conway

1133 Beech St
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283-289 Bates Avenue
Dayton's Buff, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dayton's Buff?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton's Buff Studio Apartments | $1,077 | $845 | $1,400 |
| Dayton's Buff 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,191 | $895 | $1,461 |
| Dayton's Buff 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $928 | $1,724 |
| Dayton's Buff 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,846 | $1,250 | $2,150 |
| Dayton's Buff 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,428 | $2,428 | $2,428 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dayton's Buff Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Dayton's Buff Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dayton's Buff area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkway Gardens priced from $692. York Ave Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Dayton's Buff apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkway Gardens | The Rose | 1BR,1BA | $692 |
| York Ave Apartments | York 1-Bd Portfolio Wide Jan 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Edgbaston Meadows | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 826 5th St E | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 296 Bates | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Minnehaha Apartments | One Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $928 |
| English Conway Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,003 |
| Phalen Senior Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Nova SP | York | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| 1419 Case Ave East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dayton's Buff, MN
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dayton's Buff area is the $1.48 price per square foot 738 Wilson Ave Model at 738 Wilson Ave in the in the Dayton's Buff neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Dayton's Buff apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Phalen Senior Lofts starting at $1,005 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Dayton's Buff neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dayton's Buff apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 738 Wilson Ave | 738 Wilson Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Phalen Senior Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Euclid View Flats | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 283-289 Bates Avenue | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 697-705 Conway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| York Ave Apartments | 2-bd York Portfolio Wide Jan 2026 | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Eastside 1256 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| English Conway Place | Renovated 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Minnehaha Apartments | One Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 296 Bates | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDayton's Buff, St. Paul, MN
Ranked #79
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dayton's Buff Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dayton's Buff?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dayton's Buff is at Edgbaston Meadows listed at $899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton's Buff Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dayton's Buff Apartment is $692 at Parkway Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dayton's Buff Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dayton's Buff is starting from $928 at Minnehaha Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dayton's Buff Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dayton's Buff Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 283-289 Bates Avenue and starts from $1,261.
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