
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Midway Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $400 (182 Rentals)
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Charles Flats

365-367 Smith Ave N

Ashland Apartments

474 Herschel St

230 W Fuller Ave

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1020 Aurora Ave, Unit 1020 Aurora Ave

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Princeton Place

501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included

Kensington Hall Apartments
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1511 Grand Ave

Iris Park Apartments

LaBlanche Apartments

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Marquette on the Hill

Hyacinth Apartments

Lexington House

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The Burlington

Como Terrace

Linwood Apartments
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1310 N Park St

1912 University Ave W

St. Albans Park

The Clubhouse

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Chestnut Arms

1163 7th St W

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Grand and Dale Apartments

Marydale Lakeview Apartments

Carroll Court Apartments

Alvera
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Cottage Terrace

Ashland Avenue Apartments

L & O Apartments

Where Classic Character Meets City Living

St. Clair Court Apartments

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Brimhall Apartments

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Groveland Terrace

995 St Albans St N

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Marshall Place

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The Nine at Lexington Station
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1547 Wynne Ave

University Dale Apartments

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Liffey on Snelling

Pivot Apartments

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Grand Place Apartments | 1788

761 Englewood Ave

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Minnehaha Apartments

Five 90 Park Apartments

The Pitch Apartments
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East Midway, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Midway?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Midway Studio Apartments | $1,190 | $725 | $1,705 |
| East Midway 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,404 | $929 | $2,275 |
| East Midway 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,755 | $1,140 | $3,460 |
| East Midway 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,120 | $800 | $4,229 |
| East Midway 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,772 | $2,000 | $3,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 182 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Midway Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available East Midway Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Midway area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at 569 Portland Apartments priced from $845. 995 Grand Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $849. Here are the most affordable East Midway apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 569 Portland Apartments | Studio 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| 995 Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| Princeton Place | Studio 306 Sq Ft | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 535 Asbury | Studio | Studio,1BA | $871 |
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 1530 Sherburne Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 594 Lawson Ave West | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 178 Summit Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 1598 Charles | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 1598 Charles | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Midway, MN
As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Midway area is the $1.05 price per square foot 1475 Sheldon St Model at 1475 Sheldon St, Unit Como Park in the in the Como Park neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value East Midway apartment is the 1020 Aurora Ave Model at 1020 Aurora Ave, Unit 1020 Aurora Ave starting at $850 with a $0.57 price per square foot in the Summit-University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Midway apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1475 Sheldon St, Unit Como Park | 1475 Sheldon St | 4BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 1020 Aurora Ave, Unit 1020 Aurora Ave | 1020 Aurora Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.57 |
| 1471 Grand Ave, Unit 3 | 1471 Grand Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Victoria Apartments | 1 bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| St. Clair | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 990 Grand Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 990 Grand Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 1230 Hewitt Ave, Unit 2 | 1230 Hewitt Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Fry Street Station | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 1530 Sherburne Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 984 Van Buren Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Midway, Saint Paul, MN
Ranked #5
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Midway, Saint Paul, MN
Maxfield Magnet Elementary School
Capitol Hill Magnet/Rondo
School data provided by Great Schools
Lifestyle Ratings
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 are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the East Midway Neighborhood in Saint Paul, MN
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
74 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Midway Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Midway?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Midway is under $900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Midway?
The cheapest apartment in East Midway is 1530 Sherburne Ave which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in East Midway costs $2,930.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Midway?
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 65 regular apartments in East Midway 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 East Midway?
Cheap apartments in East Midway have an average cost of $306 which is $2,624 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Midway.
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