Cheap Homes for Rent in West St. Paul, MN from $800 (12 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in West St. Paul.

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

Read Article
property at 81 Winona St E

81 Winona St E

St. PaulMN55107

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

Read Article

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.

Read Article

West St. Paul - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Minneapolis

Named as one of the Best Affordable Areas to rent in Minneapolis by our Minneapolis Local Expert Stephanie Lica. See how it ranks!

Read Article
Showing Results 1-12, Page 1 of 1

West St. Paul, MN Local Guide

Cheapest Available West St. Paul Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West St. Paul, MN is a Studio unit found at Stryker Senior Housing in the West Side neighborhood priced from $652. The Historic Minnesota Building in the Downtown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $824. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West St. Paul apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stryker Senior Housing0AStudio,1BA$652
The Historic Minnesota BuildingS2Studio,1BA$824
Grand Oak ApartmentsEStudio,1BA$875
178 Summit AveStudioStudio,1BA$879
Lowry Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$884

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West St. Paul, MN and Nearby

As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the West St. Paul area is the $1.19 price per square foot 235 Dakota St Model at 235 Dakota St, Unit Apt#1 in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value West St. Paul apartment is the 2 Bedroom - Market Model at Straus Lofts starting at $1,729 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West St. Paul apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
235 Dakota St, Unit Apt#1235 Dakota St3BR,1BA$1.19
Straus Lofts2 Bedroom - Market2BR,1BA$1.15
The Mendota-20502B/2B2BR,2BA$1.37
518 Ohio St, Unit 1518 Ohio St2BR,1BA$1.35
Stoneridge Apts-20602B/2B2BR,2BA$1.39
Emerson Hills ApartmentsGarlough2BR,2BA$1.42
Charlton ParkRenovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.41
Kaposia Valley2 bed/1 bath2BR,1BA$1.36
233 Bernard Street West, Unit A233 Bernard Street West1BR,1BA$1.44
178 Summit AveStudioStudio ,1BA$1.35

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

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 $652 to $10,297. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West St. Paul ranging from $850 to $4,800.

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 $850 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,354.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

decorative image for A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Minneapolis article

A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Minneapolis

Written by: Stephanie Lica

I'm Stephanie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Minneapolis, MN. I've lived in Minnesota all my life, save for a brief stint in Wisconsin.

decorative image for Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting article

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

decorative image for The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters article

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

decorative image for Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters article

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.