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Pet Friendly
Location
1236 James Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105, USA|Macalester - Groveland
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PURE Property Management of Minnesota - Twin Cities Office DRE#40782600
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Property Overview
Pet-friendly living is a clear strength, with outdoor spaces, hard-surface flooring, and nearby pet hospitals supporting convenient care and comfort for animals. Abundant listing photos help renters quickly understand the layout and finishes. Overall, the home’s features and setting should appeal to those prioritizing pets, practical surfaces, and the ability to preview details visually.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Images Available
- Package service
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1236 James Ave, Macalester - Groveland
Features
| Air Conditioning | Dryer |
| Forced Air | Garage Detached |
| Hardwood Floor | Porch |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Refrigerator |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
Services
| Package Service |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 1236 James Ave
ESTIMATED TOTAL MONTHLY LEASING PRICE: $2275.99 starting Base Rent: $2250.00 *Resident Benefits Package: Starts at $25.99 Stepping onto the covered entry porch at this property, you immediately feel the charm of this West 7th pocket of Saint Paul. Inside, the main floor glows with original hardwood floors that lead you past a classic built-in hutch, perfect for displaying your favorite ceramics or a modest home library. The kitchen feels modern and functional with its stainless steel appliances, while the bathroom keeps things clean and classic with tiled flooring. Downstairs, the basement provides a dedicated spot for laundry with the washer and dryer, plus enough room to tuck away seasonal gear or hobby supplies without cluttering your living space. When the weather is nice, the small back yard offers a private patch of grass for a morning coffee or a small garden. You are just a short walk from a pint at the Nook or a morning pastry at Coffee Cup, placing you right in the heart of a neighborhood that feels like a genuine community. This property is “Internet Ready” with Bulk Rate Pricing at $65/mo. Activation Required. Tentative move in date subject to change Schedule a showing today! Pet Policy: Dogs and Cats Welcome!! To simplify pet verification and ensure policy clarity, we use PetScreening, a third-party service. All applicants with pets must complete this screening. Full animal policy details are available on our website. Breed restrictions apply. $400 Non-refundable, for first pet, $250 for each additional pet. Monthly Pet fee ranges from $30-$80, per pet, per month. *Inapplicable to assistance animals. Resident Benefits Package: Elevate your living experience! Every PURE home includes our Resident Benefits Package ranging from $25.99 - $49.99 and may include perks such as on demand pest control, liability insurance, credit building, and much more! Security Deposit Information: Pay the traditional security deposit amount, or reduce your move-in costs with our security deposit Waiver Program. Eligible applicants can replace the traditional deposit with an affordable monthly fee. While you remain responsible for any damages, this program offers substantial upfront savings! Parking: Off street parking and detached garage Appliances: Stainless steel microwave, fridge, stove and dishwasher. Central air, washer and dryer. Utilities: Tenant pays Electric, water, trash, gas, lawn care and snow removal. Landlord Pays none. One-Time Non-Optional Non Refundable fees: Pet Fee, if applicable. $100 move in fee. Amenities: hard wood flooring, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer in unit, a/c-central, pets allowed, renters insurance required, gas-tenant pays, electricity-tenant pays, property liability insurance required-see 'other tenant charges', refrigerator, washer/dryer on-site, smoking not allowed, porch, lawncare/snow removal-tenant responsible, water/trash-tenant pays, yard, water-tenant pays, trash-tenant pays, garage-detached
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1236 James Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Package service
- More secure storage for delivery
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Macalester - Groveland |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 55105 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Macalester - Groveland
3-bedroom apartments at 1236 James Ave cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in St. Paul.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Macalester - Groveland
St. Paul
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,975 |
| June 2024 | $1,999 |
| July 2024 | $2,058 |
| August 2024 | $2,037 |
| September 2024 | $1,996 |
| October 2024 | $2,067 |
| November 2024 | $1,967 |
| December 2024 | $1,976 |
| January 2025 | $1,972 |
| February 2025 | $1,986 |
| March 2025 | $1,964 |
| April 2025 | $1,975 |
| May 2025 | $1,975 |
| June 2025 | $1,986 |
| July 2025 | $1,975 |
| August 2025 | $1,974 |
| September 2025 | $1,977 |
| October 2025 | $1,980 |
| November 2025 | $1,993 |
| December 2025 | $1,989 |
| January 2026 | $1,997 |
| February 2026 | $2,006 |
| March 2026 | $1,991 |
| April 2026 | $1,999 |
| May 2026 | $1,999 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,250 |
| June 2024 | $2,423 |
| July 2024 | $2,437 |
| August 2024 | $2,160 |
| September 2024 | $2,093 |
| October 2024 | $2,350 |
| February 2025 | $1,995 |
| May 2025 | $2,096 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 1 year ago | $2,295 |
Schools near 1236 James Ave
Randolph Heights Elementary School
348 hamline ave s
saint paul, MN, 55105
PK, K-5Public
A-
Bridge View Special Education School
350 colborne st
saint paul, MN, 55102
K-12Public
Saint Paul Online Elementary School
360 colborne st
saint paul, MN, 55102
K-5Public
C
Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) - Rondo Education Center
560 concordia ave
saint paul, MN, 55103
PK, KPublic
A-
Early Education Four Seasons
318 moore st
saint paul, MN, 55104
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Macalester - Groveland | St. Paul, MN
Getting around Saint Paul near 1236 James Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1236 James Ave, Saint Paul
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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