
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Summit-University Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $750 (64 Rentals)
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501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included

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Chestnut Arms

Lexington House

972 Ashland Ave

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Dayton Apartments

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Ashland Apartments

937 University Ave W

University Dale Apartments

285 Aurora Ave, Unit Apt. 1
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Alvera Apartments

The Hill

211 Grotto St N

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Oxbo Urban Rentals

145 Chatsworth St N, Unit 207

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The Nine at Lexington Station

The Arlow on Kellogg

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Irvine Exchange

Hague Apartments

Marshall Ave
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180 Lexington Pky N

Marquette on the Hill

Lor-West Flats

178 Summit Ave

The Laurel Flats

Marshall Mansion

Summit Hill Apartments

Chatsworth Crossing

Frogtown Crossroads

309 Dayton
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265 Dayton Ave S

Holly Falls

Stedman Apartments

The Laurel Flats

St. Albans Park

LorWest Flats

Laurel Apartments

Virginia Flats

The Clubhouse

Ashland Avenue Apartments
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Yale Apartments

610 Summit Apartments

524 Dayton Ave

The Tazewell Condominiums

454 Sherburne Ave

340 Marshall Ave

1065 Selby Apartments

170 Summit Ave

Summit Place

916 Ashland 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 | $1,275 | $759 | $1,932 |
| Summit-University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,671 | $999 | $2,254 |
| Summit-University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,242 | $1,300 | $3,320 |
| Summit-University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,436 | $3,304 | $3,568 |
| Summit-University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,836 | $1,836 | $1,836 |
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There are currently 64 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 Marquette on the Hill priced from $892. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquette on the Hill | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $892 |
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Chestnut Arms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Dayton Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $962 |
| 309 Dayton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $979 |
| 265 Dayton Ave S | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Laurel Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| The Clubhouse | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| 610 Summit Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Tazewell Condominiums | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit-University, MN
As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit-University area is the $1.85 price per square foot Dayton - 2BR 2B Model at The Blair in the in the Summit-University neighborhood starting from $1,955. The second greatest value Summit-University apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at BROWNstone Lofts starting at $1,200 with a $1.65 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Blair | Dayton - 2BR 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| BROWNstone Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 170 Summit Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| University Dale Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Laurel Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Lexington House | Large corner 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 610 Summit Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Clubhouse | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| The Tazewell Condominiums | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $2.15 |
| Chestnut Arms | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
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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 Marquette on the Hill listed at $892.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit-University Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit-University Apartment is $1,015 at Laurel 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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