
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lexington Hamline South Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $400 (309 Rentals)
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Cretin Court

Iris Park Apartments

Charles Flats

474 Herschel St

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Ashland Apartments

946 Randolph Ave

1515 Selby Ave

501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included

1511 Grand Ave
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Kensington Hall Apartments

1225 St Clair Avenue

562 Edmund Ave W

2143-2149 Selby Ave

Como Terrace

Groveland Terrace

Lincoln Court Apartments

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Little Mod

Lexington House

972 Ashland Ave
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Dayton Apartments

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Grand Place Apartments | 622

Clemar Apartments

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469 Grand Ave, Unit 1

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Como Dale Apartments

Highland Towers Apartments

1631 Charles Ave

871 St Clair Ave

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Victoria Apartments
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1561 Randolph Ave, Unit 1561b

Legacy Rose Flats

1498 Iglehart Ave

1083 Chatsworth St N

The Pitch Apartments

St. Clair Court Apartments

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Pivot Apartments

981 St Albans St N, Unit 306

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Grand Place Apartments | 1985

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Grand and Dale Apartments
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Fry Street Station

1757 Thomas Ave W

1504 Grand Ave

L & O Apartments

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Minnehaha Apartments

543 Como Ave, Unit 1

University Dale Apartments

1402 Thomas Ave W, Unit lower

705 Snelling Ave S, Unit B2

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Adrian Place
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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 | $1,247 | $635 | $1,863 |
| Lexington Hamline South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,486 | $830 | $2,795 |
| Lexington Hamline South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,933 | $950 | $4,623 |
| Lexington Hamline South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,502 | $1,530 | $6,459 |
| Lexington Hamline South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,030 | $750 | $3,200 |
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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 Studio unit found at Cretin Court priced from $635. Iris Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $720. Here are the most affordable Lexington Hamline South apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cretin Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $635 |
| Iris Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $720 |
| Charles Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| 995 Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $849 |
| Grand and Finn Apartments | Four Bedrooms Two Bathrooms, Rented by the Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $850 |
| 2044 Grand Ave Apartments | St. Paul | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $850 |
| 535 Asbury | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| 1515 Selby Ave | Unit 5 | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| 946 Randolph Ave | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lexington Hamline South, MN
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lexington Hamline South area is the $1.00 price per square foot 1871 Carroll Ave Model at 1871 Carroll Ave, Unit 1871 Carroll Ave in the in the Lexington-Hamline neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Lexington Hamline South apartment is the 1849 Saint Clair Ave Model at 1849 Saint Clair Ave, Unit St Thomas MacGrove Duplex starting at $2,200 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Macalester-Groveland 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1871 Carroll Ave, Unit 1871 Carroll Ave | 1871 Carroll Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1849 Saint Clair Ave, Unit St Thomas MacGrove Duplex | 1849 Saint Clair Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Grand & Finn II | Now leasing for 2026-27 School Year!! | 4BR,2BA | $0.64 |
| Marshall at Finn | 4B/2B | 4BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| Marshall Suites Furnished Luxury Apartments | Luxury | 4BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| Fry Street Station | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| L & O Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 946 Randolph Ave | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Grand and Finn Apartments | Four Bedrooms Two Bathrooms, Rented by the Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| 535 Asbury | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.30 |
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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 $895.
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 $830, while the average apartment in Lexington Hamline South costs $2,300.
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 56 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 $328 which is $1,972 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lexington Hamline South.
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