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297 Maryland Ave W

761-763 Blair Ave

5430 S 34th Ave

625 Wheelock Pky W

232 4th Ave N

2026 Brewster St

1564 Randolph Ave, Unit 101

196 Mounds Blvd, Unit 5

132 W Warburton St
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1510 Larpenteur Ave W, Unit 4

464 Maryland Ave W, Unit 7

488 Wabasha St N

78 10th St E, Unit 1907

306 King St W, Unit 2

981 St Albans St N, Unit 306

1504 Grand Ave

1510 Larpenteur Ave W, Unit 6

903 Oakdale Ave

543 Como Ave, Unit 1
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1340 8th Ave, Unit 3

1880 Fairmount Ave

935 Sims Ave

66 9th St E, Unit 2101

969 Lawson Ave E

689 Snelling Ave S, Unit 204

556 Jenks Ave E, Unit 11

2050-2056 W Bayard Ave

43 Lyton Pl W, Unit # 2

1363 County B Rd W, Unit 1 Bedroom
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3200 Minnehaha Ave

391 Laurel Ave

1720 Ashland Ave, Unit 7

145 S Chatsworth St, Unit 305

136 11th Ave N

1037 Century Avenue North, Unit Apt #2

1133 Beech St

859 St Paul Ave, Unit 9

859 St Paul Ave, Unit 9

1541 Traverse Ln
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145 S Chatsworth St, Unit 104

995 St Albans St N, Unit 302

460 Stanley St, Unit 2

350 St Peter St, Unit 419

1363 County B Rd W, Unit 2 bed

1161 St Clair Ave, Unit 18

1086 Como Pl

221 Grand Ave

2269 11th Ave E, Unit #1

5749 33rd Ave S
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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 | $1,696 | $1,150 | $2,500 |
| St. Paul 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,096 | $900 | $2,995 |
| St. Paul 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,465 | $1,900 | $3,200 |
| St. Paul 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,900 | $2,300 | $3,950 |
| St. Paul 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,325 | $3,150 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Paul, MN
Pricing Updated: 06/20/2026Current 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 | $1,799 | $845 | 77 |
| Lowertown | $2,672 | $629 | 225 |
| Arts District | $2,674 | $629 | 200 |
| Downtown St Paul | $2,674 | $629 | 198 |
Cheapest Available St. Paul Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Paul, MN is a 3 Beds unit found at Radius in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood priced from $495. The Historic Minnesota Building in the Downtown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $629. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Paul apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radius | C5 | 3BR,2BA | $495 |
| The Historic Minnesota Building | S2 | Studio,1BA | $629 |
| Parkway Gardens | The Rose | 1BR,1BA | $692 |
| Parklawn | Parklawn - 1270-... | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Cretin Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Charles Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Marshall Ave | 0B1B | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| The Miro | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Waldo | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $823 |
| 995 Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Paul area is the $0.52 price per square foot G2: 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms Model at Factory Lofts in the in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood starting from $776. The second greatest value St. Paul apartment is the Now leasing for 2026-27 School Year!! Model at Grand & Finn II starting at $850 with a $0.64 price per square foot in the Macalester-Groveland 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Factory Lofts | G2: 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms | 3BR,3BA | $0.52 |
| Grand & Finn II | Now leasing for 2026-27 School Year!! | 4BR,2BA | $0.64 |
| The Marshall | 3X35A | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.70 |
| Marshall at Finn | 4B/2B | 4BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| University Village | Large 2B2B - Private | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| 88 Cleveland Avenue | 3-BED, 1-BATH | 3BR,1BA | $0.63 |
| Radius | C3 | 3BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| 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 |
| Bierman Place | The Quad - By-the-bed | 4BR,2BA | $0.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Paul
What type of rentals are currently available in St. Paul?
There are currently 2338 Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN with pricing that ranges from $469 to $5,930. There are also 197 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Paul ranging from $745 to $5,999.
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 $745 to $5,999 with an average monthly rent of $2,585.
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 $5,930, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $2,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $649.
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