
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $755 (97 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hillcrest area of Saint Paul.


1926 Margaret St

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Minnehaha Apartments

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Pine Tree Park Apartments

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941 Jenks Ave, Unit Cozy Garden Level

1717 7th St E

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Phalen View Apartments

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Ames Lake Neighborhood

602 N Mendota St

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2M Apartments
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Cedarview Commons

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Gateway Trail Apartments

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Phalen Shores

1127 Ross Ave E

935 Sims Ave

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1133 Beech St, Unit 1

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York Ave Apartments

709-711 Jessamine Ave E

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Central Village Apartments

884 Margaret St
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891 Rose Ave E

1393 Prosperity Ave, Unit 2

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The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult

914 Lawson Ave E

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COTTAGES OF NORTH ST PAUL

783 6th St E

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942 Rose Ave E, Unit 1

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Oberon

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1763 7th St E, Unit 1

715 Sims Ave
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The Parkway

1509 7th St E

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734 Sims Ave, Unit 2

1169 Reaney Ave, Unit 1

Amberwood Place

Parklawn

Birmingham Heights

1077 Van Dyke St

Magnolia Apartments

Johnson Parkway
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Magnolia

826 5th St E

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Montana

Grand Magnolia

1025 York Ave

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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 | $1,211 | $940 | $1,589 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,230 | $895 | $1,795 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,471 | $823 | $2,640 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,204 | $1,470 | $3,064 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $1,499 | $1,499 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 97 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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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. Sherwood Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parklawn | Parklawn - 1270-... | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Sherwood Glen | Sherwood Glen - 1492-... | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Maplewood Manor | Keller Flats - 2275-... | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Magnolia | Magnolia - 1865-... | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 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 New Rose | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Lake Phalen Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,003 |
| 2M Apartments | 1 Bedroom Large Updated | 1BR,1BA | $1,018 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, MN
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.00 price per square foot Magnolia - 1858-... Model at Magnolia in the in the Greater East Side neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the Two Bed One Bath Model at Arcadia Park Apartments starting at $1,325 with a $1.47 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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| Magnolia | Magnolia - 1858-... | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Arcadia Park Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Phalen Apartments on Maryland! | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 1133 Beech St, Unit 1 | 1133 Beech St | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 1797 Stillwater Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Maryland Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Lake Phalen Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Phalen Shores | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Phalen View Apartments | 1BD 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Sherwood Glen | Sherwood Glen - 1512-... | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillcrest?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillcrest is at Parklawn listed at $775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $825 at Sherwood Glen.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $928 at Minnehaha Apartments.
What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ames Lake Neighborhood and starts from $1,830.
Expert Rental Resources
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