
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Midway Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $400 (266 Rentals)
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Charles Flats

474 Herschel St

Ashland Apartments

265 Dayton Ave S

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Princeton Place

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1182 Thomas Ave W, Unit Upper, Unit Upper

1675 Van Buren Ave

501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included

1310 N Park St
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1631 Charles Ave

1511 Grand Ave

Forest Place Apartments

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Chestnut Arms

Iris Park Apartments

Como Terrace

LaBlanche Apartments

Lincoln Court Apartments

Lexington House

1163 7th St W
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Grand Place Apartments | 622

Hyacinth Apartments

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Marquette on the Hill

Linwood Apartments

Marydale Lakeview Apartments

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1317 Summit Ave, Unit B, Unit B

464 Maryland Ave W, Unit 2

Alvera Apartments

Victoria Apartments

Cottage Terrace
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Ashland Avenue Apartments

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Sheraton Place Apartments

St. Clair Court Apartments

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Groveland Terrace

Legacy Rose Flats

Fry Street Station

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Grand and Dale Apartments

L & O Apartments

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Minnehaha Apartments
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University Dale Apartments

1161 St Clair Ave, Unit 12

Carroll Court Apartments

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Pivot Apartments

The Pitch Apartments

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Irvine Exchange

409 Fairview Ave N

1068 N Woodbridge St

543 Como Ave, Unit 1

1498 Iglehart Ave
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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 | $1,160 | $795 | $1,760 |
| East Midway 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $850 | $2,695 |
| East Midway 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,716 | $1,149 | $3,484 |
| East Midway 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,515 | $1,199 | $4,560 |
| East Midway 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,915 | $2,333 | $3,200 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Morrow Apartments priced from $652. Charles Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable East Midway apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrow Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $652 |
| Charles Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Ashland Apartments | 1 Window Remodeled | Studio,1BA | $830 |
| 309 Dayton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Princeton Place | Studio 306 Sq Ft | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 535 Asbury | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| 1310 N Park St | Lower Floor Unit | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 1598 Charles | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 1598 Charles | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Midway, MN
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Midway area is the $1.40 price per square foot 1230 Hewitt Ave Model at 1230 Hewitt Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Hamline-Midway neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value East Midway apartment is the 1221 Alameda St Model at 1221 Alameda St, Unit B starting at $1,200 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the North End 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1230 Hewitt Ave, Unit 2 | 1230 Hewitt Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1221 Alameda St, Unit B | 1221 Alameda St | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Fry Street Station | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Portland Avenue Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 320 Blair Ave, Unit 4 | 320 Blair Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| L & O Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Cottage Terrace | Large 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 1310 N Park St | HW Floor Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 170 Summit Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 1182 Thomas Ave W, Unit Upper | 1182 Thomas Ave W | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Midway, Saint Paul, MN
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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
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 Morrow Apartments which is listed at $652, while the average apartment in East Midway costs $3,500.
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 35 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 $184 which is $3,316 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Midway.
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