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232 4th Ave N

488 Wabasha St N

132 W Warburton St

1088 Dayton Ave

903 Oakdale Ave
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66 9th St E, Unit 2101

895 Humboldt Ave

170 Page St W, Unit B

136 11th Ave N

391 Laurel Ave

1541 Traverse Ln
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460 Stanley St, Unit 2
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How much does it cost to rent a home in West St. Paul?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West St. Paul 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,828 | $1,365 | $2,400 |
| West St. Paul 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,042 | $900 | $2,499 |
| West St. Paul 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,541 | $2,050 | $3,250 |
| West St. Paul 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,800 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| West St. Paul 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available West St. Paul Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West St. Paul, MN is a Studio unit found at The Historic Minnesota Building in the Downtown neighborhood priced from $629. Stryker Senior Housing in the West Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $652. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West St. Paul apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Historic Minnesota Building | S2 | Studio,1BA | $629 |
| Stryker Senior Housing | 0A | Studio,1BA | $652 |
| 1269 7th St W | Studio | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| 501 Ashland Ave - Heat Included | Updated Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Ashland Apartments | 2 Window Remodeled | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West St. Paul, MN
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the West St. Paul area is the $1.20 price per square foot 941 W 7th St Model at 941 W 7th St, Unit 941 in the in the West 7th-Fort Road neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value West St. Paul apartment is the Large 2BR/2BA Model at Southview Greens starting at $1,485 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Cahill Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West St. Paul apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 941 W 7th St, Unit 941 | 941 W 7th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Southview Greens | Large 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| The Ridge | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Bellows Court | Renovated 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Little Mod | Coliving Suite 798 | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| White Oaks Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Charlton Estates | Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Parkside Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 756 Hall Avenue Apartments | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Humboldt Senior 55+ Apartments | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West St. Paul
What type of rentals are currently available in West St. Paul?
There are currently 411 Apartments for Rent in West St. Paul, MN with pricing that ranges from $629 to $7,387. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West St. Paul ranging from $900 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West St. Paul?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West St. Paul ranges from $900 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,042.
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