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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $700 (41 Rentals)
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Parkview Apartments
1244 Hazelwood StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Pine Tree Park Apartments
828 N Hazel StSt. Paul, MN 55119
1865 Magnolia Ave E
St. PaulMN55119
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Ames Lake Neighborhood
1144 Barclay StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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2M Apartments
2244 Minnehaha Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55119
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1077 Van Dyke St
St. PaulMN55119
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Phalen View Apartments
1499 Mcafee StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Minnehaha Apartments
1445 Minnehaha Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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Cedarview Commons
2376 Ariel St NSt. Paul, MN 55109
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Evergreen East Apartments
1263 Hazelwood StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Gateway Trail Apartments
2025 Ide StSt. Paul, MN 55109
1657 Minnehaha Ave E
St. PaulMN55106
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Maplewood
2391 E Larpenteur Ave EMaplewood, MN 55109
2637 Stillwater Rd E
MaplewoodMN55119
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Regency Park
2240 Skillman Ave ENorth St. Paul, MN 55109
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Village Manor Apartments
2327 11th Ave ENorth St. Paul, MN 55109
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62+ Community Carefree Cottages of Maplewood
1801 Gervais AveMaplewood, MN 55109
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Hillcrest, St. Paul, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $1,153 | $755 | $1,875 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,542 | $745 | $2,994 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $893 | $3,581 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,503 | $1,550 | $3,300 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,315 | $1,920 | $2,542 |
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at The Juniper priced from $745. Amberwood Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $755. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Juniper | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Amberwood Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Parklawn | Parklawn - 1270-... | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Johnson Parkway | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Parkview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $865 |
| Maplewood Manor | Keller Flats - 2275-... | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Pine Tree Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| 795 East 6th St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Grand Magnolia | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $926 |
| Ames Lake Neighborhood | 1 Bedroom Ames Green | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, MN
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.27 price per square foot Hamline (2 Bedrooms) Model at Lofts on Rose - 55+ in the in the Greater East Side neighborhood starting from $1,272. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Aspen Village starting at $1,270 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Ledgestone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Lofts on Rose - 55+ | Hamline (2 Bedrooms) | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Aspen Village | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 2533 7th Ave E, Unit Apt C | 2533 7th Ave E | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Magnolia | Magnolia - 1067-... | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Lake Phalen Place | Renovated 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Maplewood | One Bedroom 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Phalen View Apartments | 1BD 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Minnehaha Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Maplewood Manor | Keller Flats - 2275-... | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Grand Magnolia | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Hillcrest Neighborhood in Saint Paul, MN
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillcrest is under $945.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is The Juniper which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $2,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillcrest?
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 43 regular apartments in Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest?
Cheap apartments in Hillcrest have an average cost of $240 which is $2,610 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.
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