
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merriam Park West Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $700 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Merriam Park West area of Saint Paul.


2143-2149 Selby Ave

Cambridge Court

The Lucy

1938 Roblyn Ave

1910 Feronia Ave

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Marshall Place

Prior Marshall Apartments

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2016 Selby Ave, Unit Lower

2176 Dayton Ave

Oxford Apartments

2076 Dayton Ave

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1871 Carroll Ave, Unit 1871 Carroll Ave

Marshall Lofts & Townhomes

Fairview Flats

1810 Ashland Ave

376 Cleveland Ave N
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Montrose Place

372 Cleveland Avenue North

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Exeter Place

1940 Iglehart Ave

1846 Marshall Ave

87 Prior Ave North

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451 Fairview Ave N

Wilder Villas

Marshall Villas

Clemar Apartments

227 Montrose Pl

Portland Villas 1985

Iglehart Court

Morrow Apartments

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River Terrace

1819 Marshall Ave

2338 Marshall Apartments

1863 Marshall Ave

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Otis Apartments

1790 Selby Ave

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East River Plaza
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West River Commons
Merriam Park West, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merriam Park West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merriam Park West Studio Apartments | $929 | $929 | $929 |
| Merriam Park West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,248 | $1,000 | $1,499 |
| Merriam Park West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,592 | $1,250 | $2,015 |
| Merriam Park West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,433 | $1,679 | $3,150 |
| Merriam Park West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $875 | $3,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Merriam Park West Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Merriam Park West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merriam Park West area of Minneapolis, MN is a 2 Beds unit found at Iris Park Apartments priced from $720. 451 Fairview Ave N has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $954. Here are the most affordable Merriam Park West apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iris Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $720 |
| 451 Fairview Ave N | Studio | Studio,1BA | $954 |
| Cambridge Court | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Morrow Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,148 |
| 1910 Feronia Ave | Deluxe 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,319 |
| Marshall Place | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1,378 |
| Merriam Park Apartments | 1 Bdrm 1.0 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Oxford Apartments | 3 bedroom apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| 2076 Dayton Ave | 2076 Dayton | 3BR,1BA | $2,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merriam Park West, MN
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merriam Park West 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 Merriam Park West apartment is the 4B/2B Model at Marshall at Finn starting at $750 with a $0.58 price per square foot in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merriam Park West 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 |
| Marshall at Finn | 4B/2B | 4BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| 1910 Feronia Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Oxford Apartments | 3 bedroom apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Marshall Suites Furnished Luxury Apartments | Luxury | 4BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| Marshall Place | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Morrow Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Cambridge Court | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Iris Park Apartments | Studio Annex | Studio ,1BA | $1.86 |
| 451 Fairview Ave N | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merriam Park West Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merriam Park West?
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 9 regular apartments in Merriam Park West 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 Merriam Park West?
Cheap apartments in Merriam Park West have an average cost of $572 which is $2,128 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Merriam Park West.
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