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325 Cedar StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Sibley Court
484 Temperance StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Sibley Park
211 7th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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The Historic Minnesota Building
46 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDonegan Apartments
241 Kellogg Blvd ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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224 Smith Ave NSt. Paul, MN 55102
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The Fitz Flats
5 7th St WSt. Paul, MN 55102
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250 5th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowKellogg Square
111 E Kellogg Blvd ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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The Penfield
101 E 10th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCommerce Building Apartments
10 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGaltier Towers
172 E 6th StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMears Park Place
401 Sibley StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Pioneer Endicott
141 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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345 Cedar StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Downtown St Paul, St. Paul, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown St Paul?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown St Paul Studio Apartments | $1,214 | $979 | $1,805 |
| Downtown St Paul 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $995 | $3,317 |
| Downtown St Paul 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $1,350 | $4,665 |
| Downtown St Paul 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,708 | $1,495 | $5,948 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown St Paul Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown St Paul Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown St Paul area of St. Paul, MN is a Studio unit found at Commission House priced from $950. 296 Bates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $958. Here are the most affordable Downtown St Paul apartments for rent in St. Paul, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commission House | S4 - 3 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 296 Bates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $958 |
| Degree Of Honor | The Wold | Studio,1BA | $979 |
| Sibley Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Sibley Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| The Historic Minnesota Building | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Chestnut Arms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Fitz Flats | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,009 |
| Parkside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,055 |
| Commerce Building Apartments | 1 Bedroom (60) | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown St Paul, MN
As of November 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown St Paul area is the $1.08 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - Market Model at Straus Lofts in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $1,636. The second greatest value Downtown St Paul apartment is the 585 Case Ave Model at 585 Case Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,350 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown St Paul apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Straus Lofts | 2 Bedroom - Market | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 585 Case Ave, Unit 1 | 585 Case Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Degree Of Honor | The Berg | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| The Jax | jC3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Lyon's Court Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 585 Case Ave, Unit 1 | 585 Case Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Euclid View Flats | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 1430 Case Ave, Unit Birmingham Apartments | 1430 Case Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 697-705 Conway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Rayette Lofts | A3 - The Taylor | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown St Paul Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown St Paul?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown St Paul is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown St Paul?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown St Paul is 296 Bates which is listed at $958, while the average apartment in Downtown St Paul costs $2,658.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 48 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown St Paul?
Cheap apartments in Downtown St Paul have an average cost of $136 which is $2,522 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown St Paul.
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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