
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $700 (90 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Highland area of St. Paul.


Treehouse

Parkway Flats

Highland Lane Apartments

Highland Towers Apartments

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Norfolk Place Apartments

Harken

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YG Flats

The Wellington Senior Living 55+

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Highland on the Park
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689 Snelling Ave S, Unit 204

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Adrian Place

The Communities of River Crossing

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Chateau Montreal

Graham Place Senior Living

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Shepard Terrace

859 St Paul Ave, Unit 9

859 St Paul Ave, Unit 9

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740 River Drive

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481 Warwick St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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2065 Niles Ave

1725 Randolph Ave

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The Collection at Highland Bridge

1722-1728 Ford Pkwy

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The Finn Apartments

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The Albert

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Montcalm Apartments

1233 Randolph Ave
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Sibley Manor Apartments

1210 Randolph Ave

1936 Ford Parkway

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River Flats

River Flats

1040 Cleveland Apartments

1509 Randolph Ave
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The Randolph Flats

2025 Montreal

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Ford Parkway Apartments

499 Snelling Ave S

Restoring Waters

Nellie Francis Court

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1573 Hartford Ave
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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 | $1,281 | $971 | $2,628 |
| Highland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,820 | $875 | $2,700 |
| Highland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,291 | $1,275 | $4,400 |
| Highland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,025 | $3,243 |
| Highland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,016 | $5,016 | $5,016 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 90 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 Studio unit found at 1040 Cleveland Apartments priced from $940. Marjon Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,001. Here are the most affordable Highland apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1040 Cleveland Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| Marjon Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,001 |
| West 7th Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Adrian Street Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,033 |
| Davern Park Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Highland Towers Apartments | Updated 1 bdrm 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Village Apts (1929) | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Harken | The Aria | 1BR, | $1,098 |
| Adrian Place | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,153 |
| The Communities of River Crossing | The Snelling - Income Restrictions Apply (50% U... | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland, MN
As of May 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland area is the $1.54 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Penthouse Model at Crosby Pointe Apartments in the in the Highland neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value Highland apartment is the 2 BR Model at West 7th Apartments starting at $1,015 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Highland 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosby Pointe Apartments | 3 Bedroom Penthouse | 3BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| West 7th Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Adeline Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Graham Place Senior Living | The Groveland | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Davern Park Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Norfolk Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| South Highland | Kennedy | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Marjon Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 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 the price of a cheap apartment in Highland?
The cheapest apartment in Highland is Marjon Terrace which is listed at $1,001, 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 9 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 $309 which is $4,707 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland.
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