
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lexington Hamline South Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $400 (230 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lexington Hamline South area of Saint Paul.


Charles Flats

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Grand and Finn Apartments

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1269 7th St W

946 Randolph Ave

501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included

483 W Lynnhurst Ave

Kensington Hall Apartments

1511 Grand Ave
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796 Stewart Ave

Iris Park Apartments

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Marquette on the Hill

Lexington House

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Grand Place Apartments | 622

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St. Albans Park

The Clubhouse

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Groveland Terrace

L & O Apartments

995 St Albans St N

1880 Grand Ave
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The Burlington

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656 Cleveland Ave S, Unit 4

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2056 Bayard Ave, Unit 1

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Minnehaha Apartments

999 Grand Ave

793 Selby Ave

University Dale Apartments

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Liffey on Snelling

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Pivot Apartments

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Randolph Apartments | 1172
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761 Englewood Ave

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1678 Charles Ave, Unit #2

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Sheraton Place Apartments

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Marshall Place

1720 Ashland Ave

Portland Villas 1522

543 Como Ave

Platform Apartments

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The Nine at Lexington Station

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Lexington Hamline South, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lexington Hamline South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Hamline South Studio Apartments | $1,234 | $640 | $1,760 |
| Lexington Hamline South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $789 | $2,595 |
| Lexington Hamline South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,798 | $950 | $3,428 |
| Lexington Hamline South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,326 | $1,620 | $3,000 |
| Lexington Hamline South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,966 | $850 | $3,980 |
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There are currently 230 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lexington Hamline South Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Lexington Hamline South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lexington Hamline South area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Cretin Court priced from $789. Charles Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Lexington Hamline South apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cretin Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $789 |
| Charles Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| 1269 7th St W | Studio | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| 535 Asbury | Studio | Studio,1BA | $871 |
| 946 Randolph Ave | 2b | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 1936 Ford Parkway | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 996 Van Buren | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 995 Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 309 Dayton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lexington Hamline South, MN
As of January 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lexington Hamline South area is the $1.20 price per square foot 1020 Aurora Ave Model at 1020 Aurora Ave, Unit 1020 Aurora Ave in the in the Summit-University neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Lexington Hamline South apartment is the 3x1 Model at 972 Ashland Ave starting at $1,900 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Summit-University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lexington Hamline South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1020 Aurora Ave, Unit 1020 Aurora Ave | 1020 Aurora Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| 972 Ashland Ave | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 1055 7th St W, Unit Modern 2BR + large Deck | 1055 7th St W | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Victoria Apartments | 1 bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 1788 | Two Bedroom - 1759 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 796 Stewart Ave | Coliving Suite 798 | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 990 Grand Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 990 Grand Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Marshall at Finn | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 946 Randolph Ave | 2b | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Lexington Hamline South, Saint Paul, and the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lexington Hamline South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lexington Hamline South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lexington Hamline South is under $899.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lexington Hamline South?
The cheapest apartment in Lexington Hamline South is Cretin Court which is listed at $789, while the average apartment in Lexington Hamline South costs $3,130.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lexington Hamline South?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 61 regular apartments in Lexington Hamline South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lexington Hamline South?
Cheap apartments in Lexington Hamline South have an average cost of $479 which is $2,651 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lexington Hamline South.
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