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Renting in Saint Paul: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?

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Published on January 29, 2020
Renting in Saint Paul: What's the cheapest apartment available right now? 501 Ashland Ave. | Photo: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Saint Paul are hovering around $895. But how does the low-end pricing on a Saint Paul rental look these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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501 Ashland Ave.

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Listed at $765/month, this 400-square-foot studio apartment, located at 501 Ashland Ave. in Summit-University, is 11.5 percent less than the median rent for a studio in Saint Paul, which is currently estimated at around $819/month.

The building features on-site laundry and additional storage space. You'll also find large windows in the unit. Dogs are not permitted. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is very walkable, is very bikeable and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

622/632 Snelling Ave. South

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 622/632 Snelling Ave. South in Highland, which, at 490 square feet, is going for $899/month.

The building features secured entry, garage parking and on-site laundry. In the unit, anticipate a dishwasher and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Attention, cat owners: Your kitty is permitted here.

Walk Score indicates that this location is moderately walkable, is relatively bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

1164 MacKubin St.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then there's this 720-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 1164 MacKubin St. in North End, listed at $849/month.

You can expect a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a walk-in closet in the unit. The building offers garage parking, secured entry and on-site laundry. Bark alert: Dogs are welcome. Expect a $200 dog deposit.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is somewhat walkable, is relatively bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the listing here.)

325 Maria Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 325 Maria Ave. in Dayton's Bluff, is listed for $850/month for its 800 square feet.

In the unit, expect to find a renovated kitchen, hardwood flooring and central heating. The building includes on-site laundry. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Be prepared for a $30-application fee.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is quite walkable, is relatively bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

705 McKnight Road North

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

And finally, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 705 McKnight Road North in Battle Creek, which, with 550 square feet, is also going for $850/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect secured entry and garage parking. The unit also comes with a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Good news for cat lovers: Kitties are allowed. Look out for a $150 nonrefundable cat fee and  a $150 cat deposit.

According to Walk Score, this location isn't very walkable and has minimal bike infrastructure.

(Check out the listing here.)


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