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84 Wabasha St SSt. Paul, MN 55107
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSibley 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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The Hollows
520 Payne AveSt. Paul, MN 55130
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Pioneer Endicott
141 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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The Fitz Flats
5 7th St WSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowParkside Apartments
250 5th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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$1,059 - $2,759
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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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Commerce Building Apartments
10 4th St ESt. 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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Harbourline Apartments
115 Plato Blvd WSt. Paul, MN 55107
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345 Cedar StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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590 Park StSt. Paul, MN 55103
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGaltier Towers
172 E 6th StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDonegan Apartments
241 Kellogg Blvd ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Scenic
55 Livington Ave SSt. Paul, MN 55107
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Cordelle
84 Water StSt. Paul, MN 55107
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Lowertown Lofts
240 E 5th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Cosmopolitan
250 E 6th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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261 5TH StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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202 7th St WSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Downtown, St. Paul, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,228 | $990 | $1,790 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,577 | $961 | $3,373 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,277 | $4,665 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,598 | $1,299 | $4,217 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Verdant priced from $935. 795 East 6th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Verdant | Ivy | Studio,1BA | $935 |
| 795 East 6th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| 296 Bates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $958 |
| Sibley Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Sibley Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| The Historic Minnesota Building | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Pioneer Endicott | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,003 |
| The Fitz Flats | E | Studio,1BA | $1,009 |
| West Side Flats | Stryker | Studio,1BA | $1,039 |
| Parkside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,055 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MN
As of November 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.88 price per square foot Pillsbury PH Model at 333 on the Park in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $2,852. The second greatest value Downtown 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 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 333 on the Park | Pillsbury PH | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| 585 Case Ave, Unit 1 | 585 Case Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Lyon's Court Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Euclid View Flats | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 795 East 6th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 697-705 Conway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Rayette Lofts | A3 - The Taylor | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 468 Beaumont St, Unit 2 | 468 Beaumont St | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| The Cambric Senior Apartments | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Verdant | Ivy | Studio ,1BA | $1.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at Verdant listed at $935.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $949 at 795 East 6th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $1,149 at Lyon's Court Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sibley Court and starts from $1,800.
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