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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Phalen Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $600 (63 Rentals)
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$799 - $2,099
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available NowAmes Lake Neighborhood
1144 Barclay StSt. Paul, MN 55106
1727 Reaney Ave E
St. PaulMN55106
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$929 - $1,203
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$925 - $1,199
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Van Dyke Apartments
410 Van Dyke StSt. Paul, MN 55119
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$940 - $1,600
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPine Tree Park Apartments
828 N Hazel StSt. Paul, MN 55119
666 Sims Ave
St. PaulMN55106
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$965 - $1,750
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSun Cliffe
400 Luella St NSt. Paul, MN 55119
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$978
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityPhalen View Apartments
1499 Mcafee StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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$990 - $1,195
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMinnehaha Apartments
1445 Minnehaha Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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$1,003 - $1,678
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$999 - $1,674
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The Hollows
520 Payne AveSt. Paul, MN 55130
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$1,015
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability2M Apartments
2244 Minnehaha Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55119
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$1,060 - $1,091
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHeritage Estates
2040 Wilson AveSt. Paul, MN 55119
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$1,075 - $1,250
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowEvergreen East Apartments
1263 Hazelwood StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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$1,081 - $1,225
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowParkway Gardens
1145 Hudson RdSt. Paul, MN 55106
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$1,099 - $1,325
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Gateway Trail Apartments
2025 Ide StSt. Paul, MN 55109
726 Wilson Ave
St. PaulMN55106
977 Fremont Ave E
St. PaulMN55106
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$1,100 - $1,871
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Parkway
1428 7th St ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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East Phalen, St. Paul, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Phalen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Phalen Studio Apartments | $1,144 | $900 | $1,539 |
| East Phalen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $795 | $2,109 |
| East Phalen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $965 | $2,414 |
| East Phalen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,426 | $1,299 | $2,964 |
| East Phalen 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,099 | $2,099 | $2,099 |
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Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 63 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Phalen Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available East Phalen Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Phalen area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Amberwood Place priced from $755. Ames Lake Neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable East Phalen apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amberwood Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Ames Lake Neighborhood | 1 Bedroom Hazelwood | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Maplewood Manor | Keller Flats - 2275-... | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Magnolia | Magnolia - 1841-... | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Pine Tree Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| 795 East 6th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Regency Park | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| 296 Bates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $958 |
| Hazelwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Minnehaha Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Phalen, MN
As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Phalen area is the $1.09 price per square foot 765 Jessie St Model at 765 Jessie St, Unit B in the in the Payne-Phalen neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value East Phalen apartment is the 2A - 2 Bedroom Model at Sun Cliffe starting at $1,470 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Battle Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Phalen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 765 Jessie St, Unit B | 765 Jessie St | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Sun Cliffe | 2A - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| 1162 Edgerton St, Unit 1 | 1162 Edgerton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 738 Magnolia Ave E, Unit #1 | 738 Magnolia Ave E | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 795 East 6th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Arcadia Park Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Heritage Estates | Two Bedroom Center | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Hazelwood Apartments | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Magnolia | Magnolia - 1846-... | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Lake Phalen Place | Renovated 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Phalen, Saint Paul, MN
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Phalen, Saint Paul, MN
Frost Lake Magnet Elementary School
St. Paul Public School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (509)
4 out of 10
Hazel Park Preparatory Academy
St. Paul Public School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (388)
1 out of 10
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Getting Around the East Phalen Neighborhood in Saint Paul, MN
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 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 Phalen Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Phalen?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Phalen is under $990.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Phalen?
The cheapest apartment in East Phalen is Ames Lake Neighborhood which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in East Phalen costs $2,729.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Phalen?
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 43 regular apartments in East Phalen 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 Phalen?
Cheap apartments in East Phalen have an average cost of $769 which is $1,960 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Phalen.
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