Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Summit-University Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $700 (50 Rentals)

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property at 365-367 Smith Ave N

$800

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$800
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365-367 Smith Ave N

St. PaulMN55102
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Marquette on the Hill
$942 - $1,292
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$925 - $1,275
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$942 - $1,292
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Marquette on the Hill

204-208 Western Ave NSt. Paul, MN 55102
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property at 1163 7th St W

$950

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$950
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1163 7th St W

St. PaulMN55102
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Chestnut Arms
$975 - $1,050
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$975 - $1,050
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$975 - $1,050
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Chestnut Arms

224 Smith Ave NSt. Paul, MN 55102
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property at 793 Selby Ave

$1,100

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$1,100
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$1,100

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793 Selby Ave

St. PaulMN55104
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The Nine at Lexington Station
$1,210 - $2,972
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$1,150 - $2,912
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$60
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$1,210 - $2,972
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The Nine at Lexington Station

411-417 Lexington Pky NSt. Paul, MN 55104
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823 Laurel Ave, Unit Upper
$1,280
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$1,280
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823 Laurel Ave, Unit Upper

823 Laurel AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Western U Flats
$1,295 - $1,539
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$1,295 - $1,539
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Western U Flats

360 University Ave WSt. Paul, MN 55103
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180 Lexington Pky N
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

180 Lexington Pky N

180 Lexington Pky NSt. Paul, MN 55104
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309 Dayton Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

309 Dayton Ave

309 Dayton AveSt. Paul, MN 55102

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178 Summit Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

178 Summit Ave

178 Summit AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Dayton Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Dayton Apartments

300 Dayton AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Summit Hill Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summit Hill Apartments

194 Summit AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Lor-West Flats
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lor-West Flats

136 Western Ave NSt. Paul, MN 55102
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524 Dayton Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

524 Dayton Ave

524 Dayton AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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The Laurel Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Laurel Flats

388 Laurel AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Marshall Mansion
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Marshall Mansion

565 Marshall AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Chatsworth Crossing
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chatsworth Crossing

983 Selby AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Yale Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Yale Apartments

77 Milton St NSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Holly Falls
1 Bedroom Apartments

Holly Falls

562 Holly AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Stedman Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stedman Apartments

651 Portland AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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The Laurel Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Laurel Flats

384 Laurel AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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265 Dayton Ave S
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

265 Dayton Ave S

265 Dayton AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Laurel Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Apartments

1106 Laurel AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Virginia Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Virginia Flats

219 Virginia StSt. Paul, MN 55102
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LorWest Flats
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

LorWest Flats

369 Laurel AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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170 Summit Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

170 Summit Ave

170 Summit AveSt. Paul, MN 55102

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340 Marshall Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

340 Marshall Ave

340 Marshall AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Summit Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summit Place

250 Selby AveSt. Paul, MN 55102
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916 Ashland Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

916 Ashland Ave

916 Ashland AveSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Western U Plaza
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Western U Plaza

372 University AveSt. Paul, MN 55103
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The Arlow on Kellogg
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Arlow on Kellogg

253 Kellogg Blvd WSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Selby Wilkins
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Selby Wilkins

180 Milton St NSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Lonnie Adkins Court
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lonnie Adkins Court

425 Saint Anthony AveSt. Paul, MN 55103
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269 Oxford St
2 Bedroom Apartments

269 Oxford St

269 Oxford StSt. Paul, MN 55104
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Irvine Park Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Irvine Park Towers

291 7th St WSt. Paul, MN 55102

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Summit-University, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

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 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included priced from $895. 178 Summit Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Summit-University apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
501 Ashland Ave - Heat IncludedUpdated StudioStudio,1BA$895
178 Summit AveStudioStudio,1BA$899
309 Dayton AveStudioStudio,1BA$899
Lexington HouseSmall 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Chestnut ArmsStudioStudio,1BA$975
St. Albans Park1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$999
265 Dayton Ave S1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,005
AlveraalS4AStudio,1BA$1,020
170 Summit Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,048
The Nine at Lexington StationNicollet - S2 60% AMIStudio,1BA$1,210

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit-University, MN

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit-University area is the $1.20 price per square foot 1020 Aurora Ave Model at 1020 Aurora Ave, Unit 1020 Aurora Ave in the in the Summit-University neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Summit-University apartment is the 3x1 Model at 972 Ashland Ave starting at $1,900 with a $1.27 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1020 Aurora Ave, Unit 1020 Aurora Ave1020 Aurora Ave3BR,2BA$1.20
972 Ashland Ave3x13BR,1BA$1.27
823 Laurel Ave, Unit Upper823 Laurel Ave1BR,1BA$1.65
Western U Flats2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.68
BROWNstone Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.92
Virginia Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.79
Lexington HouseLarge corner 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.62
Marquette on the Hill1 Bedroom + Den1BR,1BA$2.07
178 Summit AveStudioStudio ,1BA$1.50
309 Dayton AveStudioStudio ,1BA$2.00

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Summit-University, St. Paul, MN

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Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.0
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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 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included listed at $895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit-University Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit-University Apartment is $950 at Lexington House.

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 $1,295 at Western U Flats.

What is the most affordable Summit-University Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Summit-University Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 972 Ashland Ave and starts from $1,900.

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