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1163 7th St W
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Commerce Building Apartments
10 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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345 Cedar StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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325 Cedar StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Sibley Park
211 7th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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484 Temperance StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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The Hollows
520 Payne AveSt. Paul, MN 55130
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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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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowFive 90 Park Apartments
590 Park StSt. Paul, MN 55103
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The Penfield
101 E 10th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
726 Wilson Ave
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401 Sibley StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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111 E Kellogg Blvd ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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The Historic Minnesota Building
46 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Harbourline Apartments
115 Plato Blvd WSt. Paul, MN 55107
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172 E 6th StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Pioneer Endicott
141 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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250 E 6th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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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 Scenic
55 Livington Ave SSt. Paul, MN 55107
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241 Kellogg Blvd ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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253 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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261 5TH StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Central Towers (Senior)
20 Exchange St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Hackett Block
262 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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389 Maple Street
389 Maple StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Lowry Apartments
345 Wabasha St NSt. Paul, MN 55102
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826 5th St E
826 5th St ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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Seventh Place Apartments
9 W 7th PlSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Renaissanse Box
200 10th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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283-289 Bates Avenue
283 Bates AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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85 Livingston Ave SSt. Paul, MN 55107
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795 East 6th St
795 6th St ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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224 Bates Ave
224 Bates AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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296 Bates
296 Bates AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Commission House
282 6th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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Lyon's Court Senior Apartments
510 Sibley StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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Lowertown Commons
300 4th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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340 Sibley Street Lofts
340 N Sibley StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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333 on the Park
333 Sibley StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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The Arlow on Kellogg
253 Kellogg Blvd WSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Esox House Apartments
150 W Water StSt. Paul, MN 55107
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693 Wilson Ave
693 Wilson AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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697-705 Conway
697-705 Conway StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Straus Lofts
350 Sibley StSt. Paul, MN 55101
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,242 | $895 | $1,683 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $950 | $3,422 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,044 | $1,277 | $4,665 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,670 | $1,299 | $4,225 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verdant | Ivy | Studio,1BA | $935 |
| 795 East 6th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Commerce Building Apartments | 1 Bedroom (50L) | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Press House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 296 Bates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $958 |
| Degree of Honor | 0540644 | Studio,1BA | $979 |
| Sibley Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Sibley Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Commission House | S4-3 | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| The Fitz Flats | G | Studio,1BA | $1,004 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MN
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $0.90 price per square foot 585 Case Ave Model at 585 Case Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the B1 - The Hepburn Model at Rayette Lofts starting at $2,095 with a $1.44 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 585 Case Ave, Unit 1 | 585 Case Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Rayette Lofts | B1 - The Hepburn | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Lyon's Court Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Euclid View Flats | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 795 East 6th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Degree of Honor | 0542965 | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Press House Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| The Cambric Senior Apartments | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Commerce Building Apartments | 1 Bedroom (50) | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Verdant | Ivy | Studio ,1BA | $1.84 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Minnesota and customized analysis for East Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown is under $1,004.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown is 795 East 6th St which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $2,731.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?
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 96 regular apartments in Downtown 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?
Cheap apartments in Downtown have an average cost of $254 which is $2,477 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown.
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