Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $500 (56 Rentals)

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Central Towers (Senior)
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Central Towers (Senior)

20 Exchange St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
Senior Living
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Lowry Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lowry Apartments

345 Wabasha St NSt. Paul, MN 55102
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Verdant
Studio Apartments

Verdant

85 Livingston Ave SSt. Paul, MN 55107
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795 East 6th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

795 East 6th St

795 6th St ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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Renaissanse Box
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Renaissanse Box

200 10th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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826 5th St E
1 Bedroom Apartments

826 5th St E

826 5th St ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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296 Bates
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

296 Bates

296 Bates AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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224 Bates Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

224 Bates Ave

224 Bates AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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697-705 Conway
2 Bedroom Apartments

697-705 Conway

697-705 Conway StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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693 Wilson Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

693 Wilson Ave

693 Wilson AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Downtown, St. Paul, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Minneapolis, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Lowry Apartments priced from $884. Lyon's Court Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lowry Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$884
Lyon's Court Senior Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$920
296 Bates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$930
The Fitz FlatsEStudio,1BA$950
Sibley ParkStudioStudio,1BA$950
Sibley CourtStudioStudio,1BA$970
Mears Park PlacePikeStudio,1BA$1,064
The Historic Minnesota BuildingA41BR,1BA$1,100
Pioneer EndicottStudiosStudio,1BA$1,132
Kellogg SquareBelvidereStudio,1BA$1,136

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MN

As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.12 price per square foot Unit A5 Model at The Jax St. Paul in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Schurmeier Lofts starting at $1,995 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Dayton's Buff neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Jax St. PaulUnit A51BR,1BA$1.12
Schurmeier Lofts2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.62
The Cambric Senior ApartmentsTwo Bedroom A2BR,2BA$1.49
738 Wilson Ave, Unit 2738 Wilson Ave3BR,1BA$1.48
333 on the ParkIrvine1BR,1BA$1.62
1432 Case Ave, Unit Birmingham Heights1432 Case Ave3BR,1BA$1.69
Commerce Apartments Limited Partnership2BR2BR,1BA$1.51
Parkside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.37
BONNIE JEAN FLATS1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.73
Lyon's Court Senior Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.40

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown, St. Paul, MN

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Among neighborhoods in St. Paul, MN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Minnesota and customized analysis for East Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at Lowry Apartments listed at $895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $884 at Lowry Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $950 at Lyon's Court Senior Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sibley Court and starts from $1,800.

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