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Oberon
1160 Frost AveSt. Paul, MN 55109
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Amberwood Place
1470 York AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Parklawn
1270 Magnolia Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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1429 Case Ave
1424-1436 Case AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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1077 Van Dyke St
1077 Van Dyke StSt. Paul, MN 55119
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Magnolia Apartments
1846 Magnolia Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55119
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Johnson Parkway
1348 Ames AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Magnolia
1841 Magnolia Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55119
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795 East 6th St
795 6th St ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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826 5th St E
826 5th St ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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Parkview Apartments
1244 Hazelwood StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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1419 Case Ave
1419 Case AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Montana
1749 Montana Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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Grand Magnolia
1456 Magnolia Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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1025 York Ave
1025 York AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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7th Street Apartments
1439 7th St ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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Etna Woods Townhomes
1216-1254 Clarence StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Maryland Park
1619 Maryland Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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1676 English St
1676 English StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Cedar Park Apartments
1264 Hazelwood StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Gervais Lake Apartments
1075 County Road D ESt. Paul, MN 55109
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White Bear Apartments
1724-1760 Case AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Lake Phalen Place
1601 English StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Lofts on Rose - 55+
1180 Prosperity AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
825 Jessamine Ave E
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Hillcrest Flats
1756 Iowa Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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Arcadia Park Quadplexes
2166-2186 Burke Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55109
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Red Mill Apartments
1179 7th St ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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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 | $1,255 | $940 | $1,589 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $895 | $2,159 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,445 | $823 | $2,610 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,219 | $1,495 | $3,064 |
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Parklawn priced from $775. The Waldo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $823. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Parklawn | Parklawn - 1286-... | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| The Waldo | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $823 |
| Maplewood Manor | Keller Flats - 2275-... | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| York Ave Apartments | York 1-Bd Portfolio Wide Jan 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Magnolia | Magnolia - 1876-... | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Minnehaha Apartments | One Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $928 |
| Pine Tree Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| Phalen View Apartments | 1BD 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $978 |
| Ames Lake Neighborhood | 1 Bedroom Hazelwood | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Regency Park | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, MN
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.28 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at The Waldo in the in the Gloster neighborhood starting from $1,634. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Aspen Village starting at $1,425 with a $1.50 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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| The Waldo | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Aspen Village | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Pondview Apartments | The Blazing Star | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Silas Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Magnolia | Magnolia - 1067-... | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Phalen Shores | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Phalen View Apartments | 1BD 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Minnehaha Apartments | One Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Parklawn | Parklawn - 1286-... | Studio ,1BA | $1.55 |
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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 $1,015.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is Parklawn which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $1,800.
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 30 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 $404 which is $1,396 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.
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