Cheap Homes for Rent in the Merriam Park Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $750 (6 Rentals)

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property at 1296-1298 Lafond Ave
$1,404

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Base Rent$1,404

Total Monthly Price$1,404
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent
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1296-1298 Lafond Ave

St. PaulMN55104
property at 1844 Grand Ave
$1,424

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Base Rent$1,424

Total Monthly Price$1,424
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1844 Grand Ave

St. PaulMN55105

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Best Value Homes for Rent in Merriam Park, MN

As of September 17, 2026 the best value rental home in the Merriam Park area is the $1.69 price per square foot 1926 SUMMIT AVENUE Model at 1926 SUMMIT AVENUE, Unit FLR 1 in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Merriam Park rental home is the 1475 Charles Ave Model at 1475 Charles Ave in the Lexington-Hamline neighborhood starting at $2,100 with a $1.40 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Merriam Park homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1926 SUMMIT AVENUE, Unit FLR 11926 SUMMIT AVENUE3BR, 1BA$1.69
1475 Charles Ave1475 Charles Ave4BR, 2BA$1.40
1601 Charles Ave1601 Charles Ave2BR, 1BA$1.67
1462 Carroll Ave, Unit Unit 21462 Carroll Ave2BR, 1BA$1.80
140 Carol Ln140 Carol Ln3BR, 1BA$2.06

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Merriam Park, St. Paul, MN

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Frequently Asked Questions about Merriam Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Merriam Park?

There are currently 358 Apartments for Rent in Merriam Park, MN with pricing that ranges from $635 to $6,615. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Merriam Park ranging from $750 to $3,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Merriam Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Merriam Park ranges from $750 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,132.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Merriam Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Merriam Park range from $1,319 to $6,615, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,404 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

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