
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lexington Hamline South Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $400 (220 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lexington Hamline South area of Saint Paul.


Charles Flats

474 Herschel St

Grand and Finn Apartments

946 Randolph Ave

501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included

1511 Grand Ave

Kensington Hall Apartments

Iris Park Apartments

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Marquette on the Hill
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The Burlington

Lexington House

Como Terrace

1083 Chatsworth St N

Linwood Apartments

1912 University Ave W

St. Albans Park
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Grand and Dale Apartments

Carroll Court Apartments

Ashland Avenue Apartments

L & O Apartments

Where Classic Character Meets City Living

Pivot Apartments

St. Clair Court Apartments

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Brimhall Apartments

The Pitch Apartments

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Groveland Terrace
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995 St Albans St N

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The Nine at Lexington Station

University Dale Apartments

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Liffey on Snelling

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Grand Place Apartments | 1788

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Randolph Apartments | 1172

Victoria Park and V2 Apartments

761 Englewood Ave

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Minnehaha Apartments

Portland Villas 1522
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656 Cleveland Ave S, Unit 4

1720 Ashland Ave

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2056 Bayard Ave, Unit 1

Platform Apartments

719 Edmund Ave W

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Western U Flats

1515 Selby Ave

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Midline Apartments

Grandview Estates

Legacy Rose Flats
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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 | $1,236 | $640 | $1,715 |
| Lexington Hamline South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $789 | $2,212 |
| Lexington Hamline South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,855 | $950 | $4,042 |
| Lexington Hamline South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,422 | $1,620 | $3,300 |
| Lexington Hamline South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,067 | $850 | $3,980 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 220 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. 535 Asbury has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $871. 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 |
| 535 Asbury | Studio | Studio,1BA | $871 |
| 946 Randolph Ave | 2b | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 309 Dayton Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $876 |
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 995 Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $898 |
| 1936 Ford Parkway | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 594 Lawson Ave West | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 1530 Sherburne Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 1598 Charles | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 1598 Charles | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lexington Hamline South, MN
As of December 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lexington Hamline South area is the $1.10 price per square foot 1055 7th St W Model at 1055 7th St W, Unit Modern 2 bed 1 bath den in the in the West 7th-Fort Road neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Lexington Hamline South apartment is the 1 bdrm 2 bath Model at Summit Apartments starting at $1,744 with a $1.34 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1055 7th St W, Unit Modern 2 bed 1 bath den | 1055 7th St W | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Summit Apartments | 1 bdrm 2 bath | 1BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Victoria Apartments | 1 bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 990 Grand Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 990 Grand Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 1230 Hewitt Ave, Unit 2 | 1230 Hewitt Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Fry Street Station | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Marshall at Finn | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 946 Randolph Ave | 2b | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 1530 Sherburne Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 984 Van Buren Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,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.
Getting Around the Lexington Hamline South Neighborhood in Saint Paul, MN
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
74 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $900.
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 86 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 $620 which is $2,510 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lexington Hamline South.
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