
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown New Brighton Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $800 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown New Brighton area of St. Paul.


Rose 8 Estates

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South Oaks Apartments

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Stinson Heights Apartments

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Highcrest Manor Apartments

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Chateau Royal Apartments

3826 Stinson Blvd NE

Northview Commons

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2188 Pike Lake Dr, Unit 1

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Diamond Eight Terrace
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Harbor at Twin Lakes 55+ Apartments

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Granite Falls at Silver Lake-2130

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Moore Lake Apartments

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The Shores - 62 + Community

Apache Manor Apartments

3725 Stinson

55+ Community - The Landings on Ninth

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Downtown New Brighton, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown New Brighton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown New Brighton Studio Apartments | $1,253 | $884 | $1,647 |
| Downtown New Brighton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $925 | $2,105 |
| Downtown New Brighton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $1,125 | $3,620 |
| Downtown New Brighton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,418 | $1,625 | $3,399 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown New Brighton Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown New Brighton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown New Brighton area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Ratio priced from $884. Centennial Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $928. Here are the most affordable Downtown New Brighton apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ratio | Quantum : Co-Living | Studio,1BA | $884 |
| Centennial Commons | Studios | Studio,1BA | $928 |
| Plaza Apartments | Rankin | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| South Oaks Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Stinson Heights Apartments | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Pike Lake Apartments | Pearl | 1BR,1BA | $1,026 |
| 3826 Stinson Blvd NE | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Sage Park | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Northview Commons | 1x1 Standard- Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown New Brighton, MN
As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown New Brighton area is the $1.57 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Parkshore Apartments of Arden Hills in the in the Downtown New Brighton neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Downtown New Brighton apartment is the A Model at The Shores - 62 + Community starting at $1,500 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Downtown New Brighton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown New Brighton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Parkshore Apartments of Arden Hills | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| The Shores - 62 + Community | A | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Bramantes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| 55+ Community - The Landings on Ninth | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Arden Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Diamond Eight Terrace | The Emerald | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 2188 Pike Lake Dr, Unit 1 | 2188 Pike Lake Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Apache Manor Apartments | Renovated Garden Level 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Sage Park | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| South Oaks Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown New Brighton, St. Paul, MN
Ranked #43
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown New Brighton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown New Brighton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown New Brighton is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown New Brighton?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown New Brighton is South Oaks Apartments which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Downtown New Brighton costs $2,145.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown New Brighton?
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 49 regular apartments in Downtown New Brighton 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 Downtown New Brighton?
Cheap apartments in Downtown New Brighton have an average cost of $260 which is $1,885 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown New Brighton.
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