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Rental Market Trends in West Saint Paul, MN

What is the average rent in West Saint Paul, MN?

$1,170/month

Average Rent

718 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+0.9%

Increase in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in West Saint Paul, MN is $1,170 per month. This is 29% lower than the national average rent of $1,641/month, making renting in West Saint Paul more affordable than most cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in West Saint Paul, you can expect to pay about $1,161 per month for a studio, $1,170 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,481 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,008 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,161/month
458 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,170/month
718 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,481/month
985 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,008/month
1,228 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,209/month
1,344 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in West Saint Paul, MN?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.9%, which averages out to $12 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in West Saint Paul, MN
Last Updated April 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in West Saint Paul, MN
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
8% $700 - $1,000/month
75% $1,001 - $1,500/month
14% $1,501 - $2,000/month
3% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in West Saint Paul?

Based on current rent prices, Westwood Ridge is the most affordable neighborhood in West Saint Paul.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Westwood Ridge
$1,212/month
753 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in West Saint Paul?

Based on current rent prices, Westwood Ridge is the most expensive neighborhood in West Saint Paul.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Westwood Ridge
$1,212/month
753 Sq Ft

Which West Saint Paul neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in West Saint Paul with the most apartments available is Westwood Ridge .

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Westwood Ridge
$1,212/month
753 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in West Saint Paul, MN?

Because the average rent in West Saint Paul is $1,170, you’ll want to make about $3,900 per month or $46,800 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.

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West Saint Paul, MN

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How does West Saint Paul, MN compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

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The Westlyn Apartments

The Westlyn Apartments

240 Thompson Ave E,
West Saint Paul, MN 55118

$1,351 - $4,221 Total Monthly Price

Studio - 3 Beds

430 Mendota

430 Mendota

430 Mendota Rd,
West Saint Paul, MN 55118

$1,575 - $1,975 Plus Fees

1-3 Beds | 12 Month Lease

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Avana Southview

4930 Ashley Ln,
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077

$1,320 - $6,479 Total Monthly Price

Studio - 2 Beds

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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 February 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.

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