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1007 Roselawn Ave W

959 Earl St

389 Cleveland Ave S

1006 Laurel Ave

1971 Juliet Ave

900 30th Ave S
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754 Payne Ave

995 St Albans St N

1164 7th St E

729 Oakdale Ave

4230 S 39th Ave

523 Jackson St

527 Tedesco St, Unit 2
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1214 Sherburne Ave

656 Cleveland Ave S

2056 Bayard Ave

863 Clark St N

1640 Highway 36 W

673 Dale Street North, Unit 2

1640 Highway 36 W, Unit 349
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1037 Century Avenue North, Unit Apt #2

4239 Minnehaha Ave

538 Charles Ave

5130 Hiawatha Ave

924 Cleveland Ave S

4615 34th Ave S

1164 Cook Ave E

1092 Edgerton St

Furnished Studio-Minneapolis - Airport - Mendota Heights
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1231 Raymond Ave

626 7th Ave

500 Robert St N, Unit 307

500 Robert St N

5749 33rd Ave S

1571 Wheelock Ln

2700 Dale St N

1036 Edmund Ave W
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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 | $1,638 | $980 | $2,299 |
| St. Paul 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,198 | $850 | $6,250 |
| St. Paul 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,670 | $1,795 | $7,500 |
| St. Paul 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,249 | $850 | $5,995 |
| St. Paul 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,199 | $800 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Paul, MN
Pricing Updated: 12/17/2025Current 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 | $2,295 | $692 | 53 |
| Lowertown | $2,579 | $692 | 349 |
| Arts District | $2,662 | $950 | 329 |
| Downtown St Paul | $2,662 | $950 | 320 |
Cheapest Available St. Paul Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Paul, MN is a 4 Beds unit found at Radius in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood priced from $479. Yugo Minneapolis Sydney Hall in the University Of Minnesota neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $489. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Paul apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radius | D5 | 4BR,3BA | $479 |
| Yugo Minneapolis Sydney Hall | 2 Bed, 2 Bath DinkyDome Double Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $489 |
| Parkway Gardens | The Rose | 1BR,1BA | $692 |
| Amberwood Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Cretin Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Humboldt Senior 55+ Apartments | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Miro | Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Bierman Place | The Park - By-the-bed | 2BR,1BA | $830 |
| 569 Portland Apartments | Studio 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| 995 Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN
As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the St. Paul area is the $1.05 price per square foot 1475 Sheldon St Model at 1475 Sheldon St, Unit Como Park in the in the Como Park neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value St. Paul apartment is the 1020 Aurora Ave Model at 1020 Aurora Ave, Unit 1020 Aurora Ave starting at $850 with a $0.57 price per square foot in the Summit-University 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1475 Sheldon St, Unit Como Park | 1475 Sheldon St | 4BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 1020 Aurora Ave, Unit 1020 Aurora Ave | 1020 Aurora Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.57 |
| 585 Case Ave, Unit 1 | 585 Case Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Factory Lofts | G2: 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms | 3BR,3BA | $0.50 |
| 1471 Grand Ave, Unit 3 | 1471 Grand Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Lyon's Court Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Radius | D2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.63 |
| 796 Stewart Ave | Coliving Suite 798 | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 795 East 6th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Marshall at Finn | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
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Best Local Schools in St. Paul, MN
Highland Park Senior High
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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Paul
What type of rentals are currently available in St. Paul?
There are currently 2309 Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN with pricing that ranges from $469 to $5,016. There are also 255 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Paul ranging from $750 to $7,500.
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 $750 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,093.
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 $495 to $4,229, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $6,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $479.
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