
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.


Clemar Apartments

Linden & Loon

Cambridge Court

409 Fairview Ave N

1938 Roblyn Ave

1910 Feronia Ave

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Marshall Place

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372 Cleveland Avenue North

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1940 Iglehart Ave

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451 Fairview Ave N

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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 | $972 | $929 | $1,015 |
| Merriam Park West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,206 | $929 | $1,499 |
| Merriam Park West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $1,299 | $2,150 |
| Merriam Park West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,492 | $1,679 | $3,150 |
| Merriam Park West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,029 | $750 | $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 Studio unit found at Iris Park Apartments priced from $929. 451 Fairview Ave N has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,039. 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 | Studio Annex | Studio,1BA | $929 |
| 451 Fairview Ave N | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| Clemar Apartments | 1bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Morrow Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| 1910 Feronia Ave | Deluxe 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,319 |
| 2338 Marshall Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| East River Plaza | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| Marshall Place | Two Bedroom D | 2BR,1BA | $1,468 |
| Merriam Park Apartments | 1 Bdrm 1.0 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| 2176 Dayton Ave | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,749 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merriam Park West, MN
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merriam Park West area is the $0.58 price per square foot 4B/2B Model at Marshall at Finn in the in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood starting from $750. The second greatest value Merriam Park West apartment is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at 1910 Feronia Ave starting at $1,679 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the St. Anthony 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall at Finn | 4B/2B | 4BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| 1910 Feronia Ave | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 88 Cleveland Avenue | 3-BED, 1-BATH | 3BR,1BA | $0.63 |
| Oxford Apartments | 3 bedroom apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Marshall Suites Furnished Luxury Apartments | Luxury | 4BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| 2176 Dayton Ave | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Marshall Place | Two Bedroom C | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| East River Plaza | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Clemar Apartments | 1bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 451 Fairview Ave N | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merriam Park West Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merriam Park West?
The cheapest apartment in Merriam Park West is 451 Fairview Ave N which is listed at $1,039, while the average apartment in Merriam Park West costs $2,700.
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 26 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 $652 which is $2,048 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Merriam Park West.
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