
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $600 (95 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Highland area of St. Paul.


946 Randolph Ave

1564 Randolph Ave, Unit 101

Parkway Flats

Highland Lane Apartments

Highland Towers Apartments

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Norfolk Place Apartments

Harken

2040 W Saunders Ave

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YG Flats
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Adrian Place

The Wellington Senior Living 55+

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689 Snelling Ave S, Unit 204

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Highland on the Park

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2056 Bayard Ave, Unit 1

Graham Place Senior Living

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Shepard Terrace

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Chateau Montreal

859 St Paul Ave, Unit 9
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859 St Paul Ave, Unit 9

Highland Village Apartments

The Lex Apartments

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740 River Drive

2276 7th St W

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The Collection at Highland Bridge

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2104 Hartford Ave, Unit Highland Park Duplex

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1676 Randolph Ave, Unit #2

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The Finn Apartments

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1651 Randolph Ave, Unit 1651 randolph
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2179 Stewart Ave

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The Albert

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Montcalm Apartments

2233 Stewart Ave

1233 Randolph Ave

Sibley Manor Apartments

1210 Randolph Ave

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1936 Ford Parkway

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The Randolph Flats

2025 Montreal

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Restoring Waters

Nellie Francis Court

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Highland, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Studio Apartments | $1,173 | $970 | $1,723 |
| Highland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $626 | $2,700 |
| Highland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,180 | $1,275 | $4,738 |
| Highland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,655 | $2,150 | $3,243 |
| Highland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,016 | $5,016 | $5,016 |
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There are currently 95 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Highland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Treehouse priced from $626. 946 Randolph Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $890. Here are the most affordable Highland apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treehouse | Exploration - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $626 |
| 946 Randolph Ave | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Davern Park Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| West 7th Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Ford Parkway Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Highland Towers Apartments | Updated 1 bdrm 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Adrian Street Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,073 |
| Norfolk Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,079 |
| Village Apts (1929) | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Cleveland Terrace Apartments | E1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland, MN
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland area is the $1.48 price per square foot 2104 Hartford Ave Model at 2104 Hartford Ave, Unit Highland Park Duplex in the in the Highland neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Highland apartment is the 1676 Randolph Ave Model at 1676 Randolph Ave, Unit #2 starting at $1,695 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2104 Hartford Ave, Unit Highland Park Duplex | 2104 Hartford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 1676 Randolph Ave, Unit #2 | 1676 Randolph Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| West 7th Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Graham Place Senior Living | The Groveland | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Davern Park Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 946 Randolph Ave | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Chateau Montreal | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Ford Parkway Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Village Apts (1929) | A | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Highland Towers Apartments | Updated 1 bdrm 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including Highland, St. Paul, and the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highland?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highland is under $1,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland?
The cheapest apartment in Highland is Treehouse which is listed at $626, while the average apartment in Highland costs $5,016.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland?
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 2 regular apartments in Highland 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 Highland?
Cheap apartments in Highland have an average cost of $353 which is $4,663 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland.
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