Cheap Homes for Rent in the East Phalen Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $1,150 (18 Rentals)

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property at 674 Jessamine Ave E
$1,150

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Base Rent$1,150

Total Monthly Price$1,150
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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674 Jessamine Ave E

St. PaulMN55106
property at 1133 Beech St
$1,150

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Base Rent$1,150

Total Monthly Price$1,150
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1133 Beech St

St. PaulMN55106

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property at 969 Lawson Ave E
$1,150

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Base Rent$1,150

Total Monthly Price$1,150
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969 Lawson Ave E

St. PaulMN55106
property at 1064 Magnolia Ave E
$1,195

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Base Rent$1,195

Total Monthly Price$1,195
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Nov 11
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1064 Magnolia Ave E

St. PaulMN55106
property at 678 Jessamine Ave E
$1,300

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Base Rent$1,300

Total Monthly Price$1,300
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Sep 20

678 Jessamine Ave E, Unit Apt 1

678 Jessamine Ave E
St. PaulMN55106
property at 782 Case Ave E
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350

Total Monthly Price$1,350
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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782 Case Ave E

St. PaulMN55106
property at 948 Euclid St
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350

Total Monthly Price$1,350
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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948 Euclid St

St. PaulMN55106

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property at 697 5th St E
$1,450

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Base Rent$1,450

Total Monthly Price$1,450
12 Month Lease Term
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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697 5th St E

St. PaulMN55106
property at 962 6th St E
$1,545

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Base Rent$1,545

Total Monthly Price$1,545
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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962 6th St E

St. PaulMN55106
property at 736 Geranium Ave E
$1,600

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Base Rent$1,600

Total Monthly Price$1,600
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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736 Geranium Ave E

St. PaulMN55106

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East Phalen, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Phalen Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Phalen area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkway Gardens priced from $692. Parklawn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable East Phalen apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkway GardensThe Rose1BR,1BA$692
ParklawnParklawn - 1270-...Studio,1BA$775
Phalen Senior Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$777
Sherwood GlenSherwood Glen - 1492-...1BR,1BA$825
Maplewood ManorKeller Flats - 2275-...Studio,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Phalen, MN

As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Phalen area is the $1.32 price per square foot 2 bedroom Model at Edgerton Manor in the in the Roseville neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value East Phalen apartment is the 681 Lawson Ave E Model at 681 Lawson Ave E, Unit Unit 1 starting at $1,273 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Payne-Phalen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Phalen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Edgerton Manor2 bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.32
681 Lawson Ave E, Unit Unit 1681 Lawson Ave E1BR,1BA$1.16
765 Jessie St, Unit B765 Jessie St2BR,1BA$1.09
283-289 Bates Avenue3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.39
1133 Beech St, Unit 11133 Beech St2BR,1BA$1.28
Arcadia Park ApartmentsTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.47
1797 Stillwater Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.26
Lake Phalen Place1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.29
Phalen Senior Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
Phalen View Apartments1BD 1BA1BR,1BA$1.40

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Phalen

What type of rentals are currently available in East Phalen?

There are currently 287 Apartments for Rent in East Phalen, MN with pricing that ranges from $790 to $3,064. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Phalen ranging from $1,150 to $2,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Phalen?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Phalen ranges from $1,150 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,751.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Phalen?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Phalen range from $1,425 to $3,064, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,545 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,499.

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