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1971 Juliet Ave

1121 7th St SE

2026 Brewster St

523 Jackson St, Unit Unit 201

761-763 Blair Ave

464 Maryland Ave W, Unit 2

132 W Warburton St

1181 Edgcumbe Rd

1088 Dayton Ave
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1510 Larpenteur Ave W, Unit 6

825 Jessamine Ave E

1161 St Clair Ave, Unit 12

694 Desoto St

903 Oakdale Ave

543 Como Ave, Unit 1

689 Snelling Ave S, Unit 204

78 10th St E, Unit 1907, Unit 1907

137 Skyline Dr

538 Charles Ave
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1340 8th Ave, Unit 3

1037 Century Avenue North, Unit Apt #2, Unit Apt #2

812 Capitol Hts, Unit #1, Unit #1

543 Como Ave, Unit 1

1181 Edgcumbe Rd, Unit Apt 404

66 9th St E, Unit 2101, Unit 2101

1115 York Ave, Unit Apt 9

136 11th Ave N

136 11th Ave N

981 St Albans St N, Unit 301
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859 St Paul Ave, Unit 9

280 Winifred St W, Unit 1

1161 St Clair Ave, Unit 18

49 Cook Ave W, Unit 2

460 Stanley St, Unit 2

863 Clark St N

5749 33rd Ave S

936 Westminster St

350 St Peter St, Unit 419, Unit 419

318 Baker St E, Unit Unit2/Upper, Unit Unit2/Upper
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644 Thomas Ave W

713 26th Ave S

66 9th St E, Unit Unit 1205

685 Burr St N

689 Snelling Ave S, Unit G2

1010 16th Ave SE

808 13th Ave SE, Unit 3

1230 7th St W, Unit 4

666 Ashland Ave, Unit Apt 6

350 St Peter St
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St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in St. Paul?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Paul 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,720 | $600 | $3,400 |
| St. Paul 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,155 | $1,190 | $3,200 |
| St. Paul 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,713 | $1,995 | $5,375 |
| St. Paul 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,135 | $2,575 | $4,100 |
| St. Paul 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,759 | $600 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Paul, MN
Pricing Updated: 05/05/2026Current apartment rentals in the St. Paul, MN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St. Paul Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daytons Bluff | $2,600 | $895 | 73 |
| Lowertown | $2,628 | $629 | 253 |
| Downtown St Paul | $2,631 | $629 | 209 |
| Arts District | $2,638 | $629 | 216 |
Cheapest Available St. Paul Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Paul, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood priced from $489. Radius in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Paul apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown | 2 Bed, 2 Bath DinkyDome Double Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $489 |
| Radius | C5 | 3BR,2BA | $495 |
| The Historic Minnesota Building | S2 | Studio,1BA | $629 |
| Stryker Senior Housing | 0A | Studio,1BA | $652 |
| Parkway Gardens | The Rose | 1BR,1BA | $692 |
| Bierman Place | The Park - By-the-bed | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Cretin Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Charles Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| The Miro | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Humboldt Senior 55+ Apartments | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Paul area is the $1.05 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - Market Model at Straus Lofts in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $1,580. The second greatest value St. Paul apartment is the G2: 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms Model at Factory Lofts starting at $776 with a $0.52 price per square foot in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Paul apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straus Lofts | 2 Bedroom - Market | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Factory Lofts | G2: 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms | 3BR,3BA | $0.52 |
| The Marshall | 3X35A | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.70 |
| University Village | Large 2B2B - Private | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Little Mod | Coliving Suite 796 | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 765 Jessie St, Unit B | 765 Jessie St | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 431 Minnehaha Ave E, Unit Upper Duplex | 431 Minnehaha Ave E | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown | 2 Bed, 2 Bath DinkyDome Double | 2BR,2BA | $0.46 |
| Marshall Suites Furnished Luxury Apartments | Luxury | 4BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| Radius | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Paul
What type of rentals are currently available in St. Paul?
There are currently 2311 Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN with pricing that ranges from $469 to $5,669. There are also 194 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Paul ranging from $405 to $5,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St. Paul?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. Paul ranges from $405 to $5,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,827.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in St. Paul?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in St. Paul range from $739 to $4,602, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,190 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $649.
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