Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 30, 2026
Average rent in
St. Paul, MN
Average rent in
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
St Paul, MN rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,400/month. Month over month, rent increased 3.8%.
Compared to national trends
St Paul, MN is 26.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in the Midwest. The city offers 595 total rentals, providing a moderate selection across the metro.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in St Paul rent for $1,102/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,150/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,500/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,750/month. These ranges show the variety of unit sizes available to renters in the city.
What you'll pay
Apartments make up 73.4% of total rentals and have a median rent of $1,299/month, while houses rent for $2,550/month. The apartment market dominates rental inventory, while houses command higher rents in St Paul.
Median rent
Median rent in St Paul
$1,400/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in St Paul is $1,400 per month as of October 2026. This is 26% below the national average rent, or $500 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in St Paul
595
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of St Paul rentals at each price point
Rent trends in St. Paul, MN
Average rent prices in St Paul have increased by 4% over the last month and have remained the same 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. Paul, MN
Rent prices in St Paul vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in St Paul is $1,299, whereas a house costs $2,550. 1-bedroom apartments in St Paul run $1,150 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,500.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,101 |  2% | 2% | |
1 bedroom | $1,150 |  2% | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $1,500 | No Change | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $2,050 | 2% | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $2,750 | 12% | 2% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Dayton's Bluff | $1,500 | |
Downtown St Paul | $1,536 | |
Hamline Midway | $2,237 | |
Highland | $1,299 | |
Macalester Groveland | $1,627 | |
Merriam Park East | $1,663 | |
Merriam Park West | $1,795 | |
North Of Maryland | $1,186 | |
Payne Phalen | $1,095 | |
West Seventh | $1,672 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,299 | No Change | 4% | |
Condos | $1,675 | No Change | 2% | |
Houses | $2,550 | 31% | 2% | |
Rooms | $925 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,101
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,150
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,500
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,050
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,750
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
2%
Downtown St Paul
Average rent
$1,536
Payne Phalen
Average rent
$1,095
Hamline Midway
Average rent
$2,237
North Of Maryland
Average rent
$1,186
West Seventh
Average rent
$1,672
Highland
Average rent
$1,299
Dayton's Bluff
Average rent
$1,500
Macalester Groveland
Average rent
$1,627
Merriam Park East
Average rent
$1,663
Merriam Park West
Average rent
$1,795
Apartments
Average rent
$1,299
Last year
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,675
Last year
2%
Houses
Average rent
$2,550
Last 30 days
31%
Last year
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$925
The table above reflects average rent prices in St. Paul, 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 Paul, MN compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in St Paul and Arden Hills by all bedroom counts and property types.
St Paul
26%lower than the national median
24%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in St Paul, MN is 3% lower than the median rent in Arden Hills, MN.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,450
9%$1,615
4%$1,565
17%$1,499
5%$1,604
$1,850
13%$1,795
6%$2,071
4%$1,610
12%$1,567
4%$1,415
8%$1,599
3%Cost of living in St. Paul, 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 | 2% lower |
| Groceries | 3% higher |
| Health | 8% higher |
| Housing | 19% lower |
| Transportation | 5% lower |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in St. Paul, MN
2d ago
639 Cleveland Ave S, St. Paul, MN 55116
4 beds
2 baths
$720
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
1554 Grand Ave, St. Paul, MN 55105
4 beds
2 baths
$740
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
2124 Grand Ave, St. Paul, MN 55105
4 beds
2 baths
$840–$885
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
2094 Grand Ave, St. Paul, MN 55105
4 beds
2 baths
$840
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
21h ago
695 Grand Ave, St. Paul, MN 55105
2 beds
2 baths
$3,807–$5,557
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Highland apartment for rent in St. Paul
Cretin & Montreal Ave #754, St. Paul, MN 55116
2 beds
2 baths
$4,260
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Merriam Park West house for rent in St. Paul
4 beds
2 baths
$3,800
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Sep 1
10h ago
111 Kellogg Blvd E, St. Paul, MN 55101
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,107–$3,499
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
455 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,259–$3,203
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
400 Luella St N, St. Paul, MN 55119
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,530–$1,750
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
2d ago
508 Fry St, St. Paul, MN 55104
2 beds
1 bath
$1,229–$1,309
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Merriam Park East house for rent in St. Paul
5 beds
2 baths
$3,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2h ago
Verified
99 W California Ave, St. Paul, MN 55117
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,035–$1,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
845 Cleveland Avenue South, St. Paul, MN 55116
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,299–$1,850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 15
9h ago
Verified
304 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,176–$2,049
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
455 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,259–$3,203
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
455 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,259–$3,203
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
845 Cleveland Avenue South, St. Paul, MN 55116
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,299–$1,850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 15
1d ago
441 Lynnhurst Ave W, St. Paul, MN 55104
2 beds
1 bath
$1,289–$1,299
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1330 Dayton Ave, St. Paul, MN 55104
4 beds
2 baths
$2,670
Price dropped $140Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Sep 29
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Frequently asked questions for St. Paul, MN
Quick answers to common questions about the St Paul rental market.
How much is rent in St Paul?
The average rent in St Paul is $1,400 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in St Paul?
Average rent prices in St Paul have increased by 4% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does St Paul rent compare to the national average?
Rent in St Paul is 26% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $500 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in St Paul?
The most affordable neighborhoods in St Paul are Payne Phalen ($1,095/mo), North Of Maryland ($1,186/mo), and Highland ($1,299/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in St Paul?
To comfortably afford rent in St Paul, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in St Paul?
June offers the best rental deals in St. Paul with the lowest rents of the year, while November sees peak pricing with roughly 2.8% difference between the seasons. April tends to be most competitive with higher demand, so June timing could save you money compared to fall months.
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).