
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $700 (72 Rentals)
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2040 W Saunders Ave

Parkway Flats

Highland Lane Apartments

Edgecumbe Terrace

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Highland on the Park

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Chateau Montreal

55+ The Wellington of Saint Paul

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Randolph Apartments | 1172

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Shepard Terrace
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Highland Village Apartments

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YG Flats
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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 | $1,396 | $899 | $1,695 |
| Highland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $1,000 | $3,200 |
| Highland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,977 | $1,191 | $4,650 |
| Highland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,622 | $2,215 | $3,243 |
| Highland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,016 | $5,016 | $5,016 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 72 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 Davern Park Apartments priced from $895. River Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Highland apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davern Park Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| River Flats | B | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 1936 Ford Parkway | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $917 |
| South Highland | Marilyn | Studio,1BA | $935 |
| 1040 Cleveland Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| St. Paul Avenue Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Ford Parkway Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Adrian Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| 1573 Hartford Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,038 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland, MN
As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highland area is the $0.40 price per square foot 796 Stewart Ave Model at 796 Stewart Ave, Unit 796 in the in the Highland neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Highland apartment is the 2104 Hartford Ave Model at 2104 Hartford Ave, Unit Highland Park Duplex starting at $1,600 with a $1.52 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 796 Stewart Ave, Unit 796 | 796 Stewart Ave | 6BR,6BA | $0.40 |
| 2104 Hartford Ave, Unit Highland Park Duplex | 2104 Hartford Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Chateau Montreal | 2 Bedroom D | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Mount Curve Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| The Lex Apartments | 2B/1BThe Lex Apts-1146 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Davern Park Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Edgecumbe Terrace | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| St. Paul Avenue Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Ford Parkway Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1573 Hartford Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHighland, St. Paul, MN
Ranked #60
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Highland, St. Paul, MN
Highland Park Senior High
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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!
Getting Around the Highland Neighborhood in St. Paul, MN
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
41 / 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 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 $1,038.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland?
The cheapest apartment in Highland is Davern Park Apartments which is listed at $895, 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 16 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 $175 which is $4,841 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland.
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