
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merriam Park East Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $700 (32 Rentals)
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Merriam Park East, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merriam Park East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merriam Park East Studio Apartments | $1,198 | $1,015 | $1,355 |
| Merriam Park East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $1,070 | $1,700 |
| Merriam Park East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $1,275 | $2,247 |
| Merriam Park East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,960 | $2,945 | $2,975 |
| Merriam Park East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,908 | $2,100 | $3,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merriam Park East Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Merriam Park East Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merriam Park East area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at 451 Fairview Ave N priced from $925. 476 Herschel St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $947. Here are the most affordable Merriam Park East apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 451 Fairview Ave N | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| 476 Herschel St. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $947 |
| Carroll Court Apartments | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
| Ashland & Laurel Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Pivot Apartments | The Lange | Studio,1BA | $1,189 |
| The Pitch Apartments | Alcove-G | 1BR,1BA | $1,298 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merriam Park East, MN
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merriam Park East area is the $1.98 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Ashland & Laurel Apartments in the in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood starting from $1,185. The second greatest value Merriam Park East apartment is the Alcove-G Model at The Pitch Apartments starting at $1,298 with a $2.48 price per square foot in the St. Anthony neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merriam Park East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland & Laurel Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| The Pitch Apartments | Alcove-G | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Carroll Court Apartments | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
| 451 Fairview Ave N | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
| 476 Herschel St. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Pivot Apartments | The Lange | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merriam Park East Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Merriam Park East?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Merriam Park East is under $1,298.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merriam Park East?
The cheapest apartment in Merriam Park East is 476 Herschel St. which is listed at $947, while the average apartment in Merriam Park East costs $3,060.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merriam Park East?
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 10 regular apartments in Merriam Park East that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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