The Nine at Lexington Station
411-417 Lexington Pky N,
Saint Paul, MN 55104
Studio - 2 Beds | $1,235 - $2,314
Rental Market Trends in Saint Paul, MN
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Saint Paul, MN is $1,293/month.
Rent in Saint Paul is 22% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,293/month
Average Rent
668 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.9%
Change / Year
2,913
Available Apartments
Saint Paul rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Saint Paul average $1,140 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Saint Paul average $1,293 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Saint Paul average $1,649 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Saint Paul average $2,188 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Saint Paul, MN?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $26 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Saint Paul, MN
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
1%
Below $700/month
27%
$700 - $1,000/month
54%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
14%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
4%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Saint Paul?
Based on current rent prices, South of Maryland, Prosperity Heights and Roosevelt-Phalen Center are the most affordable neighborhoods in Saint Paul.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Paul?
Based on current rent prices, West Seventh, Highland and Snelling Hamline are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Paul.
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Which Saint Paul neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Saint Paul with the most apartments available are Downtown St Paul, West Seventh and Arts District .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Saint Paul, MN?
Because the average rent in Saint Paul is $1,293, you’ll want to make about $4,310 per month or $51,720 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.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Saint Paul, MN is 6.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Saint Paul is 20.3% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,140 - $2,188. You can expect to pay 3.2% more for groceries, 6.1% less for utilities, and 3.9% less for transportation.
How does Saint Paul, MN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Saint Paul, 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 Paul Area GuideStudio
$807/month
$1,245/month
One Bedroom
$950/month
$1,555/month
Two Bedroom
$1,258/month
$2,158/month
Three Bedroom
$1,449/month
$2,750/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Lilydale
Avg Rent: $2,160/month
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West Saint Paul
Avg Rent: $1,188/month
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Maplewood
Avg Rent: $1,289/month
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Mendota Heights
Avg Rent: $1,738/month
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Falcon Heights
Avg Rent: $1,178/month
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South Saint Paul
Avg Rent: $1,350/month
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Roseville
Avg Rent: $1,234/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Saint Paul?
The average rent in Saint Paul is $1,293 per month, which is 22.3% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Saint Paul?
The average rent for a house in Saint Paul, MN is $2,109 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Saint Paul?
The average rent for a townhome in Saint Paul, MN is $1,786 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Saint Paul?
The average rent for a condo in Saint Paul, MN is $1,520 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Saint Paul?
Rents in Saint Paul, MN are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $26 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Saint Paul?
In Saint Paul, MN, 54% 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.