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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St. Paul, MN

Pricing Updated: 04/12/2025

Current apartment rentals in the St. Paul, MN area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St. Paul Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Arts District$1,650$1,3501
Downtown St Paul$1,650$1,3501
Lowertown$1,747$1,3504
Daytons Bluff$2,600$1,4006

Cheapest Available St. Paul Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Paul, MN is a 4 Beds unit found at The Quad on Delaware in the Elliot Park neighborhood priced from $620. 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 St. Paul apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Quad on DelawareD1R - Renovated 4 Bedroom 4 Bath4BR,4BA$620
Stryker Senior Housing0AStudio,1BA$652
Parkway GardensThe Rose1BR,1BA$670
Charles FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$695
2044 Grand Ave Apartments | St. Paul4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$735
1693 Sherburne AveStudioStudio,1BA$750
Twelve22Two Bedroom - 30%2BR,1BA$785
Cretin Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$789
535 AsburyStudioStudio,1BA$795
The MiroStudioStudio,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Paul, MN

As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the St. Paul area is the $1.14 price per square foot 1120 Lealand Rd E Model at 1120 Lealand Rd E in the in the Gloster neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value St. Paul apartment is the 1-Month Free for a Limited Time Only! Model at Grand & Finn II starting at $795 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Paul apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1120 Lealand Rd E1120 Lealand Rd E2BR,2BA$1.14
Grand & Finn II1-Month Free for a Limited Time Only!4BR,2BA$0.60
410 3rd Ave S, Unit Street view410 3rd Ave S2BR,1BA$1.00
Lyon's Court Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.11
765 Jessie St, Unit B765 Jessie St2BR,1BA$1.09
The Marshall3X3A Renovated3BR,3BA$0.81
The Quad on DelawareB1R - Renovated 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.10
The Pavilion on Berry Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.14
1125 Agate St1br/1bath1BR,1BA$1.11
The Chalet22BR,1BA$1.00

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St. Paul Overview

St. Paul is a large midwestern city with a small-town feel thanks to its diverse neighborhoods and historic buildings. Experience the best the midwest has to offer with fine dining, family-friendly events, concerts, and festivals, and a variety of athletic leagues and teams. From the university area to the thriving downtown, there is always something happening in St. Paul. The city is also known for its wide selection of safe and affordable apartments that allow residents to become fully immersed in their local communities.

Why live in St. Paul, MN?

The St. Paul economy is thriving with nearly 1.6 million jobs in the private sector as of 2008. Most of these jobs are related to the service industry, which means that St. Paul is an ideal place for young professionals looking to start out their careers and find a safe apartment to live in. The culture of St. Paul is what truly sets it apart from other large cities in the midwest. With a variety of conservatories, historic landmarks in the downtown area, and a rich multicultural history, it is easy to see why St. Paul receives 350,000 visitors to its Winter Carnival alone.

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Getting Around St. Paul, MN

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Paul Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in St. Paul?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in St. Paul is at Stryker Senior Housing listed at $652.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Paul Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom St. Paul Apartment is $670 at Parkway Gardens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom St. Paul Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in St. Paul is starting from $785 at Twelve22.

What is the most affordable St. Paul Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap St. Paul Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Quad on Delaware and starts from $720.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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