
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Midway Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $400 (176 Rentals)
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Charles Flats

365-367 Smith Ave N

Ashland Apartments

474 Herschel St

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Princeton Place

501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included

Kensington Hall Apartments

1511 Grand Ave

Iris Park Apartments
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LaBlanche Apartments

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Marquette on the Hill

Lexington House

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The Burlington

Como Terrace

Hyacinth Apartments

Linwood Apartments

1310 N Park St

1912 University Ave W
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St. Albans Park

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Chestnut Arms

The Clubhouse

1163 7th St W

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Grand and Dale Apartments

Five 90 Park Apartments

Marydale Lakeview Apartments

Carroll Court Apartments

Alvera

Cottage Terrace
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Ashland Avenue Apartments

Where Classic Character Meets City Living

St. Clair Court Apartments

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Minnehaha Apartments

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Brimhall Apartments

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Groveland Terrace

995 St Albans St N

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Marshall Avenue Flats

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Marshall Place

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Liffey on Snelling
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1547 Wynne Ave

University Dale Apartments

Pivot Apartments

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The Nine at Lexington Station

1068 N Woodbridge St

793 Selby Ave

587 Charles Ave

761 Englewood Ave

L & O 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 | $1,196 | $725 | $1,705 |
| East Midway 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,411 | $929 | $2,795 |
| East Midway 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,727 | $1,149 | $3,460 |
| East Midway 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,226 | $800 | $4,229 |
| East Midway 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,898 | $2,000 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 176 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 995 Grand Ave priced from $849. Princeton Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable East Midway apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 984 Van Buren Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 594 Lawson Ave West | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 996 Van Buren | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 178 Summit Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 309 Dayton Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Midway, MN
As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Midway area is the $1.20 price per square foot 1020 Aurora Ave Model at 1020 Aurora Ave, Unit 1020 Aurora Ave in the in the Summit-University neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value East Midway apartment is the 1471 Grand Ave Model at 1471 Grand Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,425 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Macalester-Groveland 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1020 Aurora Ave, Unit 1020 Aurora Ave | 1020 Aurora Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| 1471 Grand Ave, Unit 3 | 1471 Grand Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Victoria Apartments | 1 bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 1788 | Two Bedroom - 1759 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| St. Clair | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 990 Grand Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 990 Grand Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Fry Street Station | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Portland Avenue Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 1530 Sherburne Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 984 Van Buren Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Midway, Saint Paul, MN
Ranked #6
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
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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.
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 $899.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Midway?
The cheapest apartment in East Midway is 996 Van Buren which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in East Midway costs $3,060.
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 63 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 $391 which is $2,669 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Midway.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
