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1144 Barclay StSt. Paul, MN 55106
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN from $700 (45 Rentals)
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828 N Hazel StSt. Paul, MN 55119
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1499 Mcafee StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMinnehaha Apartments
1445 Minnehaha Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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2244 Minnehaha Ave ESt. Paul, MN 55119
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2376 Ariel St NSt. Paul, MN 55109
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1263 Hazelwood StSt. Paul, MN 55106
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Gateway Trail Apartments
2025 Ide StSt. Paul, MN 55109
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Parkway
1428 7th St ESt. Paul, MN 55106
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Gervais Lakes Apartments - Convenient Living At An Affordable Price
1075 County Road D ESt. Paul, MN 55109
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2391 E Larpenteur Ave EMaplewood, MN 55109
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1150-1164 Beaver Creek LnMaplewood, MN 55119
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Village Manor Apartments
2327 11th Ave ENorth St. Paul, MN 55109
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1310 Frost AveMaplewood, MN 55109
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSilas Pointe Apartments
2035-2055 7th Ave ENorth St. Paul, MN 55109
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Northgate Crossing Apartments
2455 2nd St NNorth St. Paul, MN 55109
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62+ Community Carefree Cottages of Maplewood
1801 Gervais AveMaplewood, MN 55109
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Hillcrest, St. Paul, MN Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $1,201 | $940 | $1,539 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $899 | $2,109 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $1,072 | $2,925 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,363 | $1,299 | $2,964 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,099 | $2,099 | $2,099 |
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Minneapolis, MN is a Studio unit found at Maplewood Manor priced from $850. Parklawn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Minneapolis, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Maplewood Manor | Keller Flats - 2275-... | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Parklawn | Parklawn - 1272-... | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Ames Lake Neighborhood | 1 Bedroom Rose Hill | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Pine Tree Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| Regency Park | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| 795 East 6th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Minnehaha Apartments | One Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Magnolia | Magnolia - 1846-... | 2BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Evergreen East Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Gervais Lakes Apartments - Convenient Living At An Affordable Price | 1 bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, MN
As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.38 price per square foot 738 Magnolia Ave E Model at 738 Magnolia Ave E, Unit #1 in the in the Payne-Phalen neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at 795 East 6th St starting at $949 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Dayton's Buff neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 738 Magnolia Ave E, Unit #1 | 738 Magnolia Ave E | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 795 East 6th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Maplewood | Two Bedroom 215A | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| Arcadia Park Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Magnolia | Magnolia - 1846-... | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Silas Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Granite Trails Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Ames Lake Neighborhood | 1 Bedroom Hazelwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Parklawn | Parklawn - 1272-... | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is Parklawn which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $2,589.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillcrest?
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 19 regular apartments in Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest?
Cheap apartments in Hillcrest have an average cost of $689 which is $1,900 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.
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