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425 Arion St E,
West Saint Paul, MN 55118
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Rental Market Trends in South Saint Paul, MN
Updated September 2026
The average rent in South Saint Paul, MN is $1,349/month.
Rent in South Saint Paul is 19% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,349/month
Average Rent
671 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.5%
Change / Year
211
Available Apartments
South Saint Paul rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in South Saint Paul average $1,216 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in South Saint Paul average $1,349 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in South Saint Paul average $1,428 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in South Saint Paul average $1,777 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in South Saint Paul, MN?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.5%, which averages out to $34 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in South Saint Paul, MN
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
21%
$700 - $1,000/month
71%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
8%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
0%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in South Saint Paul?
Based on current rent prices, South St Paul is the most affordable neighborhood in South Saint Paul.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in South Saint Paul?
Based on current rent prices, South St Paul is the most expensive neighborhood in South Saint Paul.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Which South Saint Paul neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in South Saint Paul with the most apartments available is South St Paul .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in South Saint Paul, MN?
Because the average rent in South Saint Paul is $1,349, you’ll want to make about $4,496 per month or $53,952 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 South Saint Paul, MN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare South 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 South Saint Paul Area GuideStudio
$1,201/month
$1,201/month
One Bedroom
$1,249/month
$1,249/month
Two Bedroom
$1,483/month
$1,483/month
Three Bedroom
$2,203/month
$2,203/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Newport
Avg Rent: $1,234/month
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West Saint Paul
Avg Rent: $1,188/month
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Inver Grove Heights
Avg Rent: $1,482/month
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Saint Paul Park
Avg Rent: $777/month
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Lilydale
Avg Rent: $2,160/month
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Saint Paul
Avg Rent: $1,297/month
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Maplewood
Avg Rent: $1,289/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in South Saint Paul?
The average rent in South Saint Paul is $1,349 per month, which is 18.9% lower than the national average of $1,664.
Are rents going up or down in South Saint Paul?
Rents in South Saint Paul, MN are increasing, with prices up 2.5% year-over-year and $34 more per month.
What rent range is most common in South Saint Paul?
In South Saint Paul, MN, 71% 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.