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1205 Maine Prairie Rd,
Saint Cloud, MN 56301
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Rental Market Trends in Saint Cloud, MN
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Saint Cloud, MN is $936/month.
Rent in Saint Cloud is 44% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$936/month
Average Rent
704 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.8%
Change / Year
573
Available Apartments
Saint Cloud rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Saint Cloud average $745 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Saint Cloud average $936 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Saint Cloud average $1,164 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Saint Cloud average $1,481 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
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How much has average rent changed in Saint Cloud, MN?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.8%, which averages out to $18 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Saint Cloud, MN
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
16%
Below $700/month
38%
$700 - $1,000/month
40%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
2%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
3%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Saint Cloud?
Based on current rent prices, Lincoln School is the most affordable neighborhood in Saint Cloud.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Cloud?
Based on current rent prices, Lincoln School is the most expensive neighborhood in Saint Cloud.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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Which Saint Cloud neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Saint Cloud with the most apartments available is Lincoln School .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Saint Cloud, MN?
Because the average rent in Saint Cloud is $936, you’ll want to make about $3,120 per month or $37,440 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Saint Cloud, MN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Saint Cloud, MN to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Saint Cloud Area GuideStudio
$680/month
$680/month
One Bedroom
$913/month
$913/month
Two Bedroom
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Three Bedroom
$1,347/month
$1,347/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Saint Augusta
Avg Rent: $1,535/month
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Waite Park
Avg Rent: $944/month
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Sauk Rapids
Avg Rent: $970/month
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Saint Joseph
Avg Rent: $1,035/month
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Sartell
Avg Rent: $1,118/month
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Clearwater
Avg Rent: $1,084/month
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Cold Spring
Avg Rent: $803/month
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Foley
Avg Rent: $942/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Saint Cloud?
The average rent in Saint Cloud is $936 per month, which is 43.8% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Saint Cloud?
The average rent for a house in Saint Cloud, MN is $2,080 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Saint Cloud?
Rents in Saint Cloud, MN are increasing, with prices up 1.8% year-over-year and $18 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Saint Cloud?
In Saint Cloud, MN, 40% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.