Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of St. Paul, MN from $500 (58 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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296 Bates
1 Bedroom Apartments

296 Bates

296 Bates AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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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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Renaissanse Box
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Renaissanse Box

200 10th St ESt. Paul, MN 55101
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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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224 Bates Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

224 Bates Ave

224 Bates AveSt. Paul, MN 55106
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The Hollows
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Hollows

520 Payne AveSt. Paul, MN 55130
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Harbourline Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbourline Apartments

115 Plato Blvd WSt. Paul, MN 55107
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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. Verdant has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $893. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lowry Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$884
VerdantIvyStudio,1BA$893
795 East 6th StStudioStudio,1BA$925
296 Bates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$930
Sibley ParkStudioStudio,1BA$950
224 Bates Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$952
Sibley CourtStudioStudio,1BA$970
Mears Park PlacePikeStudio,1BA$1,058
Kellogg SquareBelvidereStudio,1BA$1,101
Pioneer EndicottStudiosStudio,1BA$1,122

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, MN

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.50 price per square foot Getty Model at 333 on the Park in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $2,319. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the A5 - The Hall Model at Rayette Lofts starting at $1,780 with a $1.78 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.
333 on the ParkGetty2BR,2BA$1.50
Rayette LoftsA5 - The Hall1BR,1BA$1.78
Commerce Apartments Limited Partnership2BR2BR,1BA$1.51
Parkside Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.32
The Cambric Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom C1BR,1BA$1.76
Degree of HonorStudioStudio ,1BA$1.83
224 Bates Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.73
795 East 6th StStudioStudio ,1BA$1.76
Sibley ParkStudioStudio ,1BA$1.84
VerdantIvyStudio ,1BA$1.76

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown, St. Paul, MN

Ranked #13

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 Verdant listed at $893.

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 $1,061 at Lowry 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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