
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Summit-University Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $700 (53 Rentals)
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501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included

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Chestnut Arms

1163 7th St W

Ashland Avenue Apartments

University Dale Apartments

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1088 Dayton Ave, Unit 4

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Alvera Apartments

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The Nine at Lexington Station

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256 Marshall Ave

180 Lexington Pky N

309 Dayton

Lor-West Flats

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Marquette on the Hill

178 Summit Ave

The Laurel Flats

Marshall Mansion

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Chatsworth Crossing

Frogtown Crossroads

Dayton Apartments

Stedman Apartments

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Holly Falls

LorWest Flats

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265 Dayton Ave S

Yale Apartments

Laurel Apartments

170 Summit Ave

524 Dayton Ave

1088 Dayton Ave

340 Marshall Ave

The Clubhouse

Virginia Flats

Summit Place
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BROWNstone Lofts

916 Ashland Ave

Western U Plaza

1065 Selby Apartments

Irvine Park Towers

Selby Wilkins

Lonnie Adkins Court

269 Oxford St

391 Laurel Ave

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Summit-University, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Summit-University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit-University Studio Apartments | $1,268 | $830 | $1,646 |
| Summit-University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,642 | $950 | $2,111 |
| Summit-University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $1,300 | $2,973 |
| Summit-University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,615 | $1,900 | $3,995 |
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There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Summit-University Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Summit-University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Summit-University area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at 309 Dayton priced from $850. 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Summit-University apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 309 Dayton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Ashland Apartments | 2 Window Remodeled | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Chestnut Arms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Grand Oak Apartments | E | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Laurel Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| The Clubhouse | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| University Dale Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| BROWNstone Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit-University, MN
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit-University area is the $1.58 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at BROWNstone Lofts in the in the Summit-University neighborhood starting from $1,149. The second greatest value Summit-University apartment is the Two Bedroom Apartment Model at Lonnie Adkins Court starting at $1,490 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Summit-University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Summit-University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROWNstone Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Lonnie Adkins Court | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 1088 Dayton Ave, Unit 4 | 1088 Dayton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| University Dale Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Clubhouse | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Alvera Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.18 |
| The Arlow on Kellogg | Wabasha | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
| 309 Dayton | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.89 |
| Chestnut Arms | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.26 |
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Summit-University Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Summit-University?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Summit-University is at 309 Dayton listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit-University Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit-University Apartment is $1,100 at University Dale Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Summit-University Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Summit-University is starting from $1,300 at University Dale Apartments.
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