Minneapolis/ Real Estate & Development
Published on February 21, 2020
Budget apartments for rent in downtown St. Paul172 E. Sixth St. | Photo: Apartment Guide

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in downtown are hovering around $1,200, compared to an $895 one-bedroom median for St. Paul as a whole.

So how does the low-end pricing on a downtown rental look these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find in the neighborhood, which, according to Walk Score ratings, is quite walkable, is somewhat bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.

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

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350 Sibley St.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 350 Sibley St., is listed for $1,087/month for its 750 square feet.

In the unit, the listing promises high ceilings. Amenities offered in the building include an elevator and secured entry. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Look out for a $300 pet fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

172 E. Sixth St.

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Here's a studio apartment at 172 E. Sixth St., which, at 463 square feet, is going for $1,114/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect a gym and a swimming pool. In the unit, you'll find a dishwasher, hardwood flooring and a balcony. This rental is cat-friendly. Look out for a $200 pet deposit.

(See the full listing here.)

141 E. Fourth St.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then there's this 400-square-foot studio at 141 E. Fourth St., listed at $1,130/month.

The studio has a dishwasher, a walk-in closet and hardwood flooring. For those with furry friends in tow, this rental is pet-friendly. The listing specifies a $200 pet deposit.

(See the listing here.)

250 E. Sixth St.

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Check out this 507-square-foot studio apartment at 250 E. Sixth St., listed at $1,136/month.

The building offers secured entry and assigned parking. You can also expect a dishwasher, a walk-in closet and hardwood flooring in the unit. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

(Here's the listing.)

300 E. Fourth St.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Last but not least, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 300 E. Fourth St., is listed for $1,170/month for its 580 square feet.

The unit features hardwood flooring, a renovated kitchen and a dishwasher. Amenities offered in the building include secured entry. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Be prepared for a $250 pet deposit.

(See the listing here.)


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