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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCretin Court
50 Cretin Ave SSt. Paul, MN 55105
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Merriam Park Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $400 (67 Rentals)
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1631 Charles Ave
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCharles Flats
1648 Charles AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
474 Herschel St
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now1511 Grand Ave
1511 Grand AveSt. Paul, MN 55105
483 W Lynnhurst Ave
St. PaulMN55104
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowIris Park Apartments
441 Lynnhurst Ave WSt. Paul, MN 55104
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382 Wheeler St N, Unit #2
382 Wheeler St NSt. Paul, MN 55104
1912 University Ave W
St. PaulMN55104
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Pitch Apartments
427 N Snelling AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Studio Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityWhere Classic Character Meets City Living
1605 Marshall AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPivot Apartments
455 Snelling AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Brimhall Apartments
241 Brimhall StSt. Paul, MN 55105
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Groveland Terrace
1787 Grand AveSt. Paul, MN 55105
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCarroll Court Apartments
1765-1769 Carroll AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Merriam Park, St. Paul, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merriam Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merriam Park Studio Apartments | $1,158 | $640 | $1,545 |
| Merriam Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,356 | $789 | $2,025 |
| Merriam Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $950 | $2,278 |
| Merriam Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,646 | $1,620 | $3,300 |
| Merriam Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,017 | $2,095 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Merriam Park Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Merriam Park 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 Merriam Park 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 |
| 1530 Sherburne Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 1511 Grand Ave | Middle Unit | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| 1598 Charles | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 1598 Charles | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Iris Park Apartments | Studio Annex | Studio,1BA | $929 |
| 451 Fairview Ave N | Studio | Studio,1BA | $930 |
| 476 Herschel St. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $947 |
| 1756 Grand Ave | Studio + Den | Studio,1BA | $958 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merriam Park, MN
As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Merriam Park area is the $1.69 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 bath Model at Cretin Court in the in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood starting from $1,620. The second greatest value Merriam Park apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Fry Street Station starting at $1,309 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the St. Anthony neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merriam Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 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 |
| 1530 Sherburne Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1776 St. Clair Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Ashland & Laurel Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Grand Place Apartments | 1729 | 1729 Grand 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 382 Wheeler St N, Unit #2 | 382 Wheeler St N | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Summit View Apartments | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 1598 Charles | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 1598 Charles | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merriam Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Merriam Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Merriam Park is under $958.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Merriam Park?
The cheapest apartment in Merriam Park is Cretin Court which is listed at $789, while the average apartment in Merriam Park costs $3,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Merriam Park?
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 27 regular apartments in Merriam Park 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?
Cheap apartments in Merriam Park have an average cost of $493 which is $3,107 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Merriam Park.
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