
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lexington-Hamline Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $600 (83 Rentals)
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483 W Lynnhurst Ave

1511 Grand Ave

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1880 Grand Ave

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1810 Ashland Ave

1372 Selby Ave.

Summit View

376 Cleveland Ave N

Marshall Studios

Charles Place

Montrose Place

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400 Pierce St

372 Cleveland Avenue North

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1552 Edmund Ave

1716 Grand Ave

Exeter Place

Regency Apartments

1530 Sherburne Ave

1571 Sherburne Ave

1940 Iglehart Ave
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1598 Charles

451 Fairview Ave N

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476 Herschel St.

1756 Grand Ave

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87 Prior Ave North

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Lexington-Hamline, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lexington-Hamline?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington-Hamline Studio Apartments | $1,215 | $640 | $1,601 |
| Lexington-Hamline 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $789 | $2,282 |
| Lexington-Hamline 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,816 | $950 | $2,508 |
| Lexington-Hamline 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,547 | $1,620 | $3,000 |
| Lexington-Hamline 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,005 | $850 | $3,980 |
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Cheapest Available Lexington-Hamline Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lexington-Hamline 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 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 |
| 535 Asbury | Studio | Studio,1BA | $871 |
| 1598 Charles | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 1598 Charles | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 1511 Grand Ave | Middle Unit | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| 451 Fairview Ave N | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Iris Park Apartments | Studio Annex | Studio,1BA | $929 |
| 476 Herschel St. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $947 |
| 1756 Grand Ave | Studio + Den | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Carroll Court Apartments | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lexington-Hamline, MN
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lexington-Hamline area is the $1.66 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at 1899 Selby Avenue in the in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Lexington-Hamline apartment is the Two Bedroom - 1759 Model at Grand Place Apartments | 1788 starting at $1,481 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lexington-Hamline apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1899 Selby Avenue | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 1788 | Two Bedroom - 1759 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Cretin Court | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Fry Street Station | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Marshall at Finn | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Portland Avenue Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Minnehaha Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| River Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 1598 Charles | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 1598 Charles | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lexington-Hamline Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lexington-Hamline?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lexington-Hamline is under $1,015.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lexington-Hamline?
The cheapest apartment in Lexington-Hamline is Cretin Court which is listed at $789, while the average apartment in Lexington-Hamline costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lexington-Hamline?
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 45 regular apartments in Lexington-Hamline 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?
Cheap apartments in Lexington-Hamline have an average cost of $675 which is $2,525 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lexington-Hamline.
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