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1971 Juliet Ave

1100 15th Ave SE
396 Beacon Ave

728 Rose Ave E, Unit 3

1676 English St, Unit 304

542 Lincoln Ave, Unit 204

2026 Brewster St

2026 Brewster St

196 Mounds Blvd, Unit 6B
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196 Mounds Blvd, Unit 5

424 N English St

464 Maryland Ave W, Unit 7

981 St Albans St N, Unit 306

1340 8th Ave, Unit 7

2148 Carter Ave, Unit 3

454 Sherburne Ave

1504 Grand Ave

903 Oakdale Ave

1585 W Highland Pkwy, Unit 203
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705 Snelling Ave S, Unit B2

1161 St Clair Ave, Unit 21

969 Lawson Ave E

2050-2056 W Bayard Ave

556 Jenks Ave E, Unit 11

1363 County B Rd W, Unit 1 Bedroom

3200 Minnehaha Ave

1541 Traverse Ln

3200 Minnehaha Ave

1720 Ashland Ave, Unit 12
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136 11th Ave N

1037 Century Avenue North, Unit Apt #2

285 Aurora Ave, Unit Apt. 1

812 Capitol Hts, Unit #1

3208 Minnehaha Ave, Unit 3

981 St Albans St N, Unit 107

1133 Beech St

1880 Grand Ave, Unit 201

944 Albemarle St

49 Cook Ave W, Unit 2
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645 Charles Ave, Unit 1

869 St Paul Ave, Unit 1

145 Chatsworth St N, Unit 207

25 Winter St

221 Grand Ave W, Unit 305

78 10th St E, Unit 406

936 Westminster St

701 N Bedford St, Unit 2

196 Mounds Blvd, Unit 6

1009 18th Ave SE
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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 | $1,787 | $1,095 | $2,500 |
| St. Paul 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,220 | $1,400 | $3,600 |
| St. Paul 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,641 | $1,900 | $4,500 |
| St. Paul 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,797 | $2,242 | $3,950 |
| St. Paul 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,833 | $660 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Paul, MN
Pricing Updated: 08/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the St. Paul, MN area range in price from $629 to $6,078 with an overall median price of $1,632. 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 | $1,233 | $845 | 111 |
| Lowertown | $1,654 | $629 | 346 |
| Downtown St Paul | $1,685 | $629 | 327 |
| Arts District | $1,691 | $629 | 327 |
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 $434. Radius in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $599. 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 | $434 |
| Radius | C4 | 3BR,2BA | $599 |
| The Historic Minnesota Building | S2 | Studio,1BA | $629 |
| Cretin Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $635 |
| Marshall Suites Furnished Luxury Apartments | Luxury | 4BR,2BA | $650 |
| Parkway Gardens | The Rose | 1BR,1BA | $692 |
| Marshall Ave | 0B1B | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Phalen Senior Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $777 |
| Charles Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Parklawn | Parklawn - 1270-... | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN
As of August 07, 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 |
| Marshall at Finn | 4B/2B | 4BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| University Village | Large 2B2B - Private | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Little Mod | Coliving - 1 Bed, 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $0.85 |
| Radius | C3 | 3BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Yugo The Sydney at Dinkytown | 2 Bed, 2 Bath DinkyDome Double | 2BR,2BA | $0.40 |
| Marshall Suites Furnished Luxury Apartments | Luxury | 4BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| Bierman Place | The Quad - By-the-bed | 4BR,2BA | $0.53 |
| Phalen Senior Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $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 2326 Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN with pricing that ranges from $414 to $6,459. There are also 218 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Paul ranging from $425 to $4,800.
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 $425 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,984.
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 $6,459, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $649.
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