
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater East Side Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $700 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Greater East Side area of St. Paul.


Pine Tree Park Apartments

1881 Mechanic Ave E

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Minnehaha Apartments

Evergreen East Apartments

The Parkway
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Magnolia Apartments

1077 Van Dyke St

Johnson Parkway

Parkview Apartments

1419 Case Ave East

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Greater East Side, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Greater East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater East Side Studio Apartments | $940 | $940 | $940 |
| Greater East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,021 | $899 | $1,250 |
| Greater East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,258 | $999 | $1,608 |
| Greater East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,600 | $2,050 |
| Greater East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,099 | $2,099 | $2,099 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Greater East Side Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Greater East Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater East Side area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Ames Lake Neighborhood priced from $899. Pine Tree Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $940. Here are the most affordable Greater East Side apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ames Lake Neighborhood | 1 Bedroom Rose Hill | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Pine Tree Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| Minnehaha Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Magnolia | Magnolia - 1846-... | 2BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Evergreen East Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater East Side, MN
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greater East Side area is the $1.48 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult in the in the Greater East Side neighborhood starting from $1,380. The second greatest value Greater East Side apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Maryland Park starting at $1,419 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Greater East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Maryland Park | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Parkway | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Magnolia | Magnolia - 1846-... | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Ames Lake Neighborhood | 1 Bedroom Hazelwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Evergreen East Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Minnehaha Apartments | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Pine Tree Park Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greater East Side Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Greater East Side?
The cheapest apartment in Greater East Side is Ames Lake Neighborhood which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Greater East Side costs $2,099.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Greater East Side?
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 13 regular apartments in Greater East Side 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 Greater East Side?
Cheap apartments in Greater East Side have an average cost of $1,036 which is $1,063 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Greater East Side.
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