
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Thompson Oaks Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $800 (12 Rentals)
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Thompson Oaks, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thompson Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thompson Oaks Studio Apartments | $1,352 | $1,260 | $1,411 |
| Thompson Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $1,114 | $1,855 |
| Thompson Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $1,350 | $2,770 |
| Thompson Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,913 | $1,620 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Thompson Oaks Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN.
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Cheapest Available Thompson Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Thompson Oaks area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Kaposia Valley priced from $1,114. Holiday Acres Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,180. Here are the most affordable Thompson Oaks apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaposia Valley | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,114 |
| Holiday Acres Apartments | One Bedroom 672 | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Colonial Terrace | Renovated 1 Bedroom 1 Bath (ground level) | 1BR,1BA | $1,183 |
| Emerson Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| White Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thompson Oaks, MN
As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thompson Oaks area is the $1.56 price per square foot C1-60H Model at The Winslow 62+ Apartments in the in the Moreland neighborhood starting from $1,630. The second greatest value Thompson Oaks apartment is the Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Charlton Park starting at $1,483 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Moreland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thompson Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Winslow 62+ Apartments | C1-60H | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Charlton Park | Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Kaposia Valley | 2 Bedroom C | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Emerson Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Imperial Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom Large Updated | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Legacy Commons at Signal Hills 55+ Apartments | One Bedroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Holiday Acres Apartments | One Bedroom 672 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| White Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Rooftop 252 | William | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Colonial Terrace | Renovated 1 Bedroom 1 Bath (ground level) | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thompson Oaks Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Thompson Oaks?
The cheapest apartment in Thompson Oaks is Kaposia Valley which is listed at $1,114, while the average apartment in Thompson Oaks costs $1,620.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Thompson Oaks?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 26 regular apartments in Thompson Oaks that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Thompson Oaks?
Cheap apartments in Thompson Oaks have an average cost of $672 which is $948 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Thompson Oaks.
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