
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Summit-University Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $700 (63 Rentals)
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265 Dayton Ave S

501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included

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Chestnut Arms

1163 7th St W

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Marquette on the Hill

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1088 Dayton Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4

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The Nine at Lexington Station

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Irvine Exchange

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588 Selby Ave, Unit 588 Selby #2, Unit 588 Selby #2

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933 University Ave W

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The Hill

604 Holly Ave

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93 N Milton St N, Unit 1, Unit 1

666 Ashland Ave, Unit Apt 6
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380 Ramsey St

256 Marshall Ave

180 Lexington Pky N

309 Dayton

178 Summit Ave

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Lor-West Flats

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Yale Apartments

524 Dayton Ave
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170 Summit Ave

1088 Dayton Ave

340 Marshall Ave

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Virginia Flats

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 | $1,140 | $830 | $1,760 |
| Summit-University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $950 | $2,188 |
| Summit-University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,099 | $1,295 | $3,100 |
| Summit-University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,558 | $1,900 | $4,085 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 63 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 Ashland Apartments priced from $830. 309 Dayton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Summit-University apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland Apartments | 1 Window Remodeled | Studio,1BA | $830 |
| 309 Dayton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Chestnut Arms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Summit Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $927 |
| Grand Oak Apartments | E | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Alvera Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
| 170 Summit Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
| University Dale Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 610 Summit Apartments | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,105 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit-University, MN
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit-University area is the $1.26 price per square foot 2 Bedroom + Den - B Model at St. Anthony Flats in the in the Summit-University neighborhood starting from $1,846. The second greatest value Summit-University apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Alvera Apartments starting at $1,799 with a $1.79 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. |
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| St. Anthony Flats | 2 Bedroom + Den - B | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Alvera Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| 588 Selby Ave, Unit 588 Selby #2 | 588 Selby Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| BROWNstone Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Irvine Park Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 170 Summit Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Virginia Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 610 Summit Apartments | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.58 |
| University Dale Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 309 Dayton | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.89 |
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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 Ashland Apartments listed at $830.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit-University Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit-University Apartment is $1,048 at 170 Summit Ave.
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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