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Last updated on June 7, 2026
Average rent in
St. Cloud, MN
Average rent in
Last updated on June 7, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
St Cloud, MN rent slipped 12.5% year over year, with a current median of $875/month. Rent also fell 2.3% month over month, continuing a downward trend since the peak in April 2025. The year-over-year dollar change is modest and rents are broadly lower than last year.
Vs. national rents
St Cloud rent is 55.1% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value compared to many larger metros.
Price ranges
Studios in St Cloud run around $995/month, 1-bedrooms around $775/month, and 2-bedrooms around $950/month. These bedroom tiers represent the most common options for renters in the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Colonial Gardens rents fell 38.8% year over year to $980/month, while Downtown St Cloud and Tech High also saw declines of 32.1% and 31.8% respectively. These drops contrast with the citywide 12.5% decline and show localized cooldowns.
Median rent
Median rent in St Cloud
$875/mo
12%vs previous year
The average rent in St Cloud is $875 per month as of June 2026. This is 55% below the national average rent, or $1,075 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in St Cloud
60
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of St Cloud rentals at each price point
Rent trends in St. Cloud, MN
Average rent prices in St Cloud have decreased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 13% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
St. Cloud, MN
Rent prices in St Cloud vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in St Cloud is $850, whereas a house costs $1,975. 1-bedroom apartments in St Cloud run $775 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $895.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $995 | No Change | - | |
1 bedroom | $775 | 6% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $950 | 3% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $1,300 | No Change |  19% | |
4 bedroom | $1,500 | No Change | 20% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Clemens And Munsinger Gardens | $962 | |
Hester Park | $855 | |
Lincoln School | $775 | |
Pantown | $950 | |
Seberger | $1,095 | |
Southside | $700 | |
St John Cantius | $850 | |
Tech High | $1,020 | |
West End | $971 | |
Wilson Park | $1,190 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $850 | 3% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,400 | 4% | - | |
Houses | $1,975 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$995
1 bedroom
Average rent
$775
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
19%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
20%
Southside
Average rent
$700
Hester Park
Average rent
$855
Clemens And Munsinger Gardens
Average rent
$962
Seberger
Average rent
$1,095
Wilson Park
Average rent
$1,190
Lincoln School
Average rent
$775
Pantown
Average rent
$950
West End
Average rent
$971
St John Cantius
Average rent
$850
Tech High
Average rent
$1,020
Apartments
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
4%
Houses
Average rent
$1,975
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in St. Cloud, MN, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in St Cloud, MN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in St Cloud and Albany by all bedroom counts and property types.
St Cloud
55%lower than the national median
47%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in St Cloud, MN is 15% lower than the median rent in Albany, MN.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,029
155%$1,575
9%$1,628
20%$1,025
2%$1,145
21%$950
5%$1,995
2%$1,433
4%$1,160
5%$1,475
6%$1,200
1%$950
20%Cost of living in St. Cloud, MN
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 11% higher |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 16% higher |
| Housing | 19% lower |
| Transportation | 7% lower |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in St. Cloud, MN
1d ago
423 6th Ave S, St. Cloud, MN 56301
4 beds
1 bath
$305–$330
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Southside apartment for rent in St. Cloud
750 5th St S #202, St. Cloud, MN 56301
1 bed
1 bath
$310
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 24
5d+ ago
Southside apartment for rent in St. Cloud
411 5th Ave S #103, St. Cloud, MN 56301
1 bed
1 bath
$325
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 20
5d+ ago
Southside apartment for rent in St. Cloud
575 7th St S #103, St. Cloud, MN 56301
1 bed
1 bath
$335
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 16
5d+ ago
Clemens and Munsinger Gardens house for rent in St. Cloud
1205 11th St Se #NA, St. Cloud, MN 56304
4 beds
2 baths
$2,450
House for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Clemens and Munsinger Gardens house for rent in St. Cloud
1205 11th St Se #1, St. Cloud, MN 56304
4 beds
2 baths
$2,450
House for rent
Available May 1
3d ago
West End house for rent in St. Cloud
240 36th Ave N #NA, St. Cloud, MN 56303
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
House for rent
Available Jul 1
3d ago
28 3rd Ave Ne, St. Cloud, MN 56304
1–3 beds
1 bath
$875–$1,400
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1423 6th St N, St. Cloud, MN 56303
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Wilson Park apartment for rent in St. Cloud
433 5th Avenue Northeast #2, St. Cloud, MN 56304
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in St. Cloud
1209 10th Avenue South #2, St. Cloud, MN 56301
1 bed
1 bath
$695
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in St. Cloud
4 beds
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 12
2d ago
305 5th Ave S, St. Cloud, MN 56301
1–4 beds
1–4 baths
$575–$1,325
Apartment for rent
3d ago
421 8th Ave N, St. Cloud, MN 56303
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1060 7th St Se, St. Cloud, MN 56304
1–2 beds
1 bath
$775–$870
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1002 7th St Se, St. Cloud, MN 56304
2 beds
1 bath
$870
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1423 6th St N, St. Cloud, MN 56303
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in St. Cloud
4 beds
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 12
1d ago
1060 7th St Se, St. Cloud, MN 56304
1–2 beds
1 bath
$775–$870
Apartment for rent
2d ago
305 5th Ave S, St. Cloud, MN 56301
2–4 beds
2–4 baths
$575–$715
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for St. Cloud, MN
Quick answers to common questions about the St Cloud rental market.
How much is rent in St Cloud?
The average rent in St Cloud is $875 per month as of June 6, 2026.
Is rent up or down in St Cloud?
Average rent prices in St Cloud have decreased by 2% over the last month and have decreased by 13% since last year.
How does St Cloud rent compare to the national average?
Rent in St Cloud is 55% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,075 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in St Cloud?
The most affordable neighborhoods in St Cloud are Southside ($700/mo), Lincoln School ($775/mo), and St John Cantius ($850/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in St Cloud?
To comfortably afford rent in St Cloud, you'd need to earn approximately $35,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).