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461 Maryland Ave WSt. Paul, MN 55117
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501 Ashland AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Amber Union
1667 Snelling Ave NSt. Paul, MN 55108
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190 Larpenteur Ave WSt. Paul, MN 55113
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390 W Cottage AveSt. Paul, MN 55117
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Marquette on the Hill
204-208 Western Ave NSt. Paul, MN 55102
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The Burlington
1180-1180 Cushing CirSt. Paul, MN 55108
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55 Hyacinth Ave WSt. Paul, MN 55117
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1203 California DrSt. Paul, MN 55108
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714 Jessamine AveSt. Paul, MN 55117
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665 Selby AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Chestnut Arms
224 Smith Ave NSt. Paul, MN 55102
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Como?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Como Studio Apartments | $1,193 | $725 | $1,705 |
| South Como 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $850 | $2,080 |
| South Como 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,720 | $989 | $3,460 |
| South Como 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,437 | $1,634 | $8,597 |
| South Como 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,740 | $1,816 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available South Como Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Como area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Princeton Place priced from $850. 535 Asbury has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $871. Here are the most affordable South Como apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Princeton Place | Studio 306 Sq Ft | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 535 Asbury | Studio | Studio,1BA | $871 |
| 309 Dayton Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $876 |
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 1530 Sherburne Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 594 Lawson Ave West | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 178 Summit Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Larpenteur Villa | 1bed | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 1598 Charles | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 1598 Charles | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 996 Van Buren | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $903 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Como, MN
As of December 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Como area is the $1.40 price per square foot 1230 Hewitt Ave Model at 1230 Hewitt Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Hamline-Midway neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value South Como apartment is the 1221 Alameda St Model at 1221 Alameda St, Unit B starting at $1,200 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the North End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Como apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1230 Hewitt Ave, Unit 2 | 1230 Hewitt Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1221 Alameda St, Unit B | 1221 Alameda St | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Marion Apartments | Marion Three | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Larpenteur Villa | 2bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Fry Street Station | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| McCarron's Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Lexlawn Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Charles Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 1530 Sherburne Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 984 Van Buren Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
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77 / 100
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Biking is convenient for most trips
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40 / 100
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A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Como Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Como?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Como is under $903.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Como?
The cheapest apartment in South Como is 1530 Sherburne Ave which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in South Como costs $2,930.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Como?
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 75 regular apartments in South Como 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 South Como?
Cheap apartments in South Como have an average cost of $390 which is $2,540 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Como.
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