
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Summit-University Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $700 (47 Rentals)
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Ashland Apartments

501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included

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Marquette on the Hill

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Chestnut Arms

Lexington House

The Clubhouse

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Irvine Exchange

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The Nine at Lexington Station

604 Holly Ave

787-789 Aurora Ave

265 Dayton Ave S

180 Lexington Pky N

309 Dayton
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178 Summit Ave

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524 Dayton Ave

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Virginia Flats

170 Summit Ave
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916 Ashland Ave

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Selby Wilkins

The Arlow on Kellogg

301 Dayton Ave

Lonnie Adkins Court
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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 | $1,133 | $795 | $1,760 |
| Summit-University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $1,000 | $2,134 |
| Summit-University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,259 | $3,500 |
| Summit-University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,665 | $1,895 | $4,111 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 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. 178 Summit Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $879. 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 |
| 178 Summit Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $879 |
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Marquette on the Hill | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $942 |
| Chestnut Arms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Lexington House | Small 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Grand Oak Apartments | E | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Alvera Apartments | alS4B | Studio,1BA | $1,004 |
| 265 Dayton Ave S | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| 170 Summit Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit-University, MN
As of February 27, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1020 Aurora Ave, Unit 1020 Aurora Ave | 1020 Aurora Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| 972 Ashland Ave | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 1708 University Ave W | 1708 University Ave W | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| 867 Central Ave W, Unit 2 | 867 Central Ave W | 3BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| BROWNstone Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Lonnie Adkins Court | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Virginia Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Lexington House | Large corner 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 178 Summit Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.76 |
| 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 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 $925 at 309 Dayton.
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 $1,490 at Lonnie Adkins Court.
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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