
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merriam Park West Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $600 (49 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

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River Terrace

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Marshall Place

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Prior Marshall Apartments

2176 Dayton Ave
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Marshall Lofts & Townhomes

2076 Dayton Ave

1936-1938 Roblyn Ave

Morrow Apartments

1810 Ashland Ave
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376 Cleveland Ave N

Marshall Studios

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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227 Montrose Pl

Portland Villas 1985

451 Fairview Ave N

Iglehart Court

Fairview Station at 1914
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1863 Marshall Ave

1819 Marshall Ave

Fairview Flats

East River Apartments

1910 Feronia Ave

Otis Apartments

2043 Carroll Ave

1936 Roblyn Ave
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2057 Carroll Ave

East River Plaza

River Gates

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 | $962 | $929 | $995 |
| Merriam Park West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,148 | $929 | $1,250 |
| Merriam Park West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,781 | $1,299 | $2,150 |
| Merriam Park West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,712 | $1,929 | $3,150 |
| Merriam Park West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,014 | $750 | $3,300 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Morrow Apartments priced from $652. Iris Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $929. Here are the most affordable Merriam Park West apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrow Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $652 |
| Iris Park Apartments | Studio Annex | Studio,1BA | $929 |
| 2338 Marshall Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Clemar Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 451 Fairview Ave N | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| East River Plaza | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| Marshall Place | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1,378 |
| 2176 Dayton Ave | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| Merriam Park Apartments | 2 Bdrm Living | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 2076 Dayton Ave | 2076 Daytom | 3BR,1BA | $2,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merriam Park West, MN
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merriam Park West area is the $1.60 price per square foot Two-Bedroom Model at Morrow Apartments in the in the St. Anthony neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Merriam Park West apartment is the 2 bed Model at 2176 Dayton Ave starting at $1,749 with a $1.75 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrow Apartments | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| 2176 Dayton Ave | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Marshall Suites Furnished Luxury Apartments | Luxury | 4BR,2BA | $0.65 |
| 2338 Marshall Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Merriam Park Apartments | 2 Bdrm Living | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Marshall Place | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| East River Plaza | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 451 Fairview Ave N | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Clemar Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.77 |
| Iris Park Apartments | Studio Annex | Studio ,1BA | $1.86 |
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 Morrow Apartments which is listed at $652, while the average apartment in Merriam Park West costs $2,845.
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 4 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 $561 which is $2,284 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Merriam Park West.
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