Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Payne-Phalen Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $600 (26 Rentals)
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Payne-Phalen, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Payne-Phalen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payne-Phalen Studio Apartments | $1,110 | $990 | $1,311 |
| Payne-Phalen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $850 | $1,550 |
| Payne-Phalen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $1,200 | $2,268 |
| Payne-Phalen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $1,299 | $1,987 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Payne-Phalen Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Payne-Phalen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Payne-Phalen area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at 795 East 6th St priced from $949. 296 Bates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $958. Here are the most affordable Payne-Phalen apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 795 East 6th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| 296 Bates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $958 |
| Sibley Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Rolling Hills Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,003 |
| Goldenstar | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Hoyt Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,027 |
| Eastside 1276 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,079 |
| Parkway Gardens | The Rose | 1BR,1BA | $1,081 |
| Nova SP | Payne | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| English Conway Place | Renovated 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,103 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Payne-Phalen, MN
As of November 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Payne-Phalen area is the $0.90 price per square foot 585 Case Ave Model at 585 Case Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Payne-Phalen apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Lyon's Court Senior Apartments starting at $1,149 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Payne-Phalen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 585 Case Ave, Unit 1 | 585 Case Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Lyon's Court Senior Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 765 Jessie St, Unit B | 765 Jessie St | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Euclid View Flats | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 738 Magnolia Ave E, Unit #1 | 738 Magnolia Ave E | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 795 East 6th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 697-705 Conway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Lake Phalen Place | Renovated 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Hoyt Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Goldenstar | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePayne-Phalen, St. Paul, MN
Ranked #83
Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Payne-Phalen, St. Paul, MN
Farnsworth Aerospace Lower
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper
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Getting Around the Payne-Phalen Neighborhood in St. Paul, MN
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Payne-Phalen Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Payne-Phalen?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Payne-Phalen is under $1,103.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Payne-Phalen?
The cheapest apartment in Payne-Phalen is 795 East 6th St which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Payne-Phalen costs $2,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Payne-Phalen?
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 33 regular apartments in Payne-Phalen 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 Payne-Phalen?
Cheap apartments in Payne-Phalen have an average cost of $845 which is $1,450 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Payne-Phalen.
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