
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Summit-University Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $700 (61 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

241 Dayton Ave

University Dale Apartments

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Irvine Exchange

116 Lexington Pkwy N
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1088 Dayton Ave, Unit 3

61 Dale St N, Unit 2

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Alvera Apartments

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The Nine at Lexington Station

702 Holly Ave

145 Chatsworth St N, Unit 207

The Hill

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285 Aurora Ave, Unit Apt.1

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Oxbo Urban Rentals

Marshall Ave
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180 Lexington Pky N

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Marquette on the Hill

178 Summit Ave

Lor-West Flats

610 Summit Apartments

The Laurel Flats

Marshall Mansion

Chatsworth Crossing

Frogtown Crossroads
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265 Dayton Ave S

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Stedman Apartments

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St. Albans Park

Laurel Apartments

Virginia Flats

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The Clubhouse

Yale Apartments

524 Dayton Ave

340 Marshall Ave

170 Summit Ave

Summit Place

BROWNstone Lofts

916 Ashland Ave

Western U Plaza

LorWest Flats
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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 | $1,253 | $830 | $1,555 |
| Summit-University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $950 | $2,058 |
| Summit-University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,127 | $1,300 | $3,059 |
| Summit-University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,793 | $2,300 | $3,286 |
| Summit-University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,950 | $1,950 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 61 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 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included priced from $895. Chestnut Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Summit-University apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Chestnut Arms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Lexington House | Small 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Ashland Apartments | Large Remodeled | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| 265 Dayton Ave S | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| Grand Oak Apartments | E | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Laurel Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Virginia Flats | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,018 |
| The Clubhouse | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| University Dale Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit-University, MN
As of July 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit-University area is the $1.95 price per square foot Dayton - 2BR 2B Model at The Blair in the in the Summit-University neighborhood starting from $2,060. The second greatest value Summit-University apartment is the 285 Aurora Ave Model at 285 Aurora Ave, Unit Apt.1 starting at $1,400 with a $1.75 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 | $1.95 |
| 285 Aurora Ave, Unit Apt.1 | 285 Aurora Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| BROWNstone Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Irvine Park Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| University Dale Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Lexington House | Large corner 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Laurel Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| LorWest Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Alvera Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.18 |
| Virginia Flats | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSummit-University, St. Paul, MN
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Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
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 $1,300 at University Dale Apartments.
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