Minneapolis/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 26, 2020
Renting in Saint Paul: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?699 Third St. | Photos: Zumper

Finding a good deal can be a challenge if you're looking for an apartment on a budget. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Saint Paul look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

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

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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96 Arlington Ave. West

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $749/month, this 400-square-foot studio apartment, located at 96 Arlington Ave. West in North End, is 8% less than the median rent for a studio in Saint Paul, which is currently estimated at around $814/month.

The building offers assigned parking and on-site laundry; you'll also find central heating in the unit. Luckily for pet owners, both dogs and cats are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is moderately walkable, is very bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

224 Bates Ave.

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Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom space at 224 Bates Ave. in Dayton's Bluff, which, at 550 square feet, is going for $775/month.

The listing promises central heating in the residence. Pet lovers are in luck: Cats and dogs are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Walk Score indicates that this location is somewhat walkable, is bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the full listing here.)

795 Sixth St. East

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this 800-square-foot abode with one bedroom and one bathroom at 795 Sixth St. East in Dayton's Bluff, listed at $845/month.

You can expect a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting, central heating and a walk-in closet in the residence. Luckily for pet owners, both dogs and cats are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

699 Third St. East

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And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom space at 699 Third St. East in Dayton's Bluff, which, with 640 square feet, is going for $850/month.

In the unit, look for central heating and carpeted floors. Good news for animal lovers: Both dogs and cats are welcome here. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

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

(Check out the listing here.)

1881 Mechanic Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Over at 1881 Mechanic Ave. in Greater Eastside, there's this 702-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom living space, going for $875/month.

The residence features a dishwasher and central heating. When it comes to building amenities, expect additional storage space and assigned parking. Cats and dogs are not welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address requires a car for most errands, isn't particularly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(View the listing here.)


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