Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown St Paul Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $1,300 (6 Rentals)
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523 Jackson St
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78 10th St E

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Downtown St Paul, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown St Paul?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown St Paul 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,700 | $1,450 | $2,200 |
Downtown St Paul 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,826 | $1,586 | $1,995 |
Downtown St Paul 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 6 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 Sibley Park priced from $950. Commerce Building Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Downtown St Paul apartments for rent in St. Paul, MN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sibley Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
Commerce Building Apartments | 1 Bedroom (50H) | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
224 Bates Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $952 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown St Paul, MN
As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown St Paul area is the $1.54 price per square foot A6 - The Sinatra + Loft Model at Rayette Lofts in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $2,255. The second greatest value Downtown St Paul apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Lyon's Court Senior Apartments starting at $1,276 with a $1.12 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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Rayette Lofts | A6 - The Sinatra + Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
Lyon's Court Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Balsam on Broadway | Walnut | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
1430 Case Ave, Unit 1 | 1430 Case Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.65 |
1432 Case Ave, Unit Birmingham Heights | 1432 Case Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.69 |
BONNIE JEAN FLATS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Euclid View Flats | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
697-705 Conway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Donegan Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
224 Bates Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown St Paul, Saint Paul, MN
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown St Paul
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown St Paul?
There are currently 99 Apartments for Rent in Downtown St Paul, MN with pricing that ranges from $736 to $5,248. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown St Paul ranging from $1,395 to $2,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown St Paul?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown St Paul ranges from $1,395 to $2,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,837.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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