523 Jackson St, Unit Unit 201
523 Jackson St
St. PaulMN55101
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St. PaulMN55130
78 10th St E, Unit 1907, Unit 1907
78 10th St E
St. PaulMN55101
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812 Capitol Hts, Unit #1, Unit #1
812 Capitol Hts
St. PaulMN55103
66 9th St E, Unit 2101, Unit 2101
66 9th St E
St. PaulMN55101
66 9th St E
St. PaulMN55101
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Downtown, St. Paul, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,010 | $1,450 | $2,499 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,266 | $1,900 | $2,499 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
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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 The Historic Minnesota Building priced from $629. 795 East 6th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Historic Minnesota Building | S2 | Studio,1BA | $629 |
| 795 East 6th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 224 Bates Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MN
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - Market Model at Straus Lofts in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $1,561. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 431 Minnehaha Ave E Model at 431 Minnehaha Ave E, Unit Upper Duplex starting at $1,200 with a $1.09 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straus Lofts | 2 Bedroom - Market | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 431 Minnehaha Ave E, Unit Upper Duplex | 431 Minnehaha Ave E | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 1430 Case Ave, Unit Birmingham Apartments | 1430 Case Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Euclid View Flats | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 697-705 Conway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 296 Bates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Lyon's Court Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 224 Bates Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Renaissance Box | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?
There are currently 141 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MN with pricing that ranges from $629 to $5,410. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from $975 to $2,499.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown ranges from $975 to $2,499 with an average monthly rent of $1,608.
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