Cheap Homes for Rent in Hillcrest Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $1,200 (11 Rentals)

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property at 1064 Magnolia Ave E

1064 Magnolia Ave E

St. PaulMN55106
property at 1164 7th St E

1164 7th St E

St. PaulMN55106
property at 1133 Beech St

1133 Beech St

St. PaulMN55106

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property at 1430 Minnehaha Ave

1430 Minnehaha Ave

St. PaulMN55106
property at 1657 Minnehaha Ave E

1657 Minnehaha Ave E

St. PaulMN55106
property at 2104 Reaney Ave E

2104 Reaney Ave E

St. PaulMN55119

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property at 1386 Furness Pky

1386 Furness Pky

St. PaulMN55119

Hillcrest, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Amberwood Place priced from $755. The Juniper has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $771. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Amberwood PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$755
The JuniperARPA 2 BR 30%2BR,1BA$771
795 East 6th StStudioStudio,1BA$848
Maplewood ManorKeller Flats - 2275-...Studio,1BA$850
MagnoliaMagnolia - 1858-...1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, MN

As of September 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.40 price per square foot Three Bedroom House Unit Model at Silas Pointe Apartments in the in the Midvale neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the Lexington (2 Bedrooms) Model at Lofts on Rose - 55+ starting at $1,272 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Greater East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Silas Pointe ApartmentsThree Bedroom House Unit3BR,1BA$1.40
Lofts on Rose - 55+Lexington (2 Bedrooms)2BR,1BA$1.31
Arcadia Park ApartmentsTwo Bed One Bath2BR,1BA$1.44
1133 Beech St, Unit 11133 Beech St2BR,1BA$1.39
ParklawnParklawn - 1270-...2BR,1BA$1.34
Lake Phalen PlaceRenovated 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.42
MaplewoodOne Bedroom 11A1BR,1BA$1.56
MagnoliaMagnolia - 1858-...1BR,1BA$1.38
Ames Lake Neighborhood1 Bedroom Rose Hill1BR,1BA$1.61
795 East 6th StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.62

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hillcrest, Saint Paul, MN

Ranked #37

Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillcrest

What type of rentals are currently available in Hillcrest?

There are currently 183 Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, MN with pricing that ranges from $755 to $2,960. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillcrest ranging from $1,200 to $2,885.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hillcrest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hillcrest ranges from $1,200 to $2,885 with an average monthly rent of $1,781.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hillcrest?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hillcrest range from $1,299 to $2,960, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,750 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,697.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.