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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Playground
  • Off-street parking
  • Small-town living
  • Barbecue grilling area
  • Great amenities
  • Spacious and comfortable

Location

1260 Loring Ave, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, USA
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Management

Thies & Talle Management

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Leasing office

(218) 395-6599

Open 

Friday 8:30 am–3:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Pelican River earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 9.3 out of 10, supported by standout scores for amenities, location, and quality, along with competitive value and solid trustworthiness. It offers playgrounds, off-street parking, a barbecue grilling area, and a spacious, comfortable feel, while also being noted for small-town living and nearby pet services.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.3
Excellent
Pelican River is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bed 1 Bath2 bed1 bath760 sqft$1,000 /mo2 units available
1 Bed 1 Bath1 bed1 bath576 sqftAsk to join waitlistComing soon

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Amenities for Pelican River

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet
Ceiling FanHeat
Trash IncludedWalk-in Closet
WaterWindow Coverings

Appliances

Garbage DisposalRefrigerator

Tech

Cable/Satellite AvailableClimate Control

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Wheelchair Accessible

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBBQ Grilling Area
Community Features Off Street ParkingPlayground Area
Yard

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceLaundry On Each Floor
On-Site Management

Neighborhood

Located in a Residential Neighborhood

Other

Pets Welcomed
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

$300

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Street

Assigned. Off Street parking.

Street

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 streets max. Off Street parking.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Terms

2 cats max.

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$150

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$350

Dog

Pet Terms

2 dogs max.

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$150

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$350

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Building details

Property details

Units36
Lease terms12 months
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About Pelican River

HomeApartments in Detroit Lakes Pelican River

Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac, Pelican River Apartments offer small-town living with convenient access to Highway 10. Featuring dog and cat friendly 1 and 2 bedroom affordable apartment homes that are spacious and comfortable, these classic homes offer great amenities like a barbecue grilling area, off-street parking, and a playground. Call today to schedule your personal tour of Pelican River Apartments!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.3
/10
Excellent
Pelican River is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Pelican River
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, Pelican River is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Pelican River stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Pelican River offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Pelican River has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Pelican River.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Pelican River has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Pelican River is great for:

Pet owners

  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby

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 Pelican River compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Detroit Lakes

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Pelican River to be 30% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Detroit Lakes.

Median rents as of Mar 22 2025.
Detroit Lakes
A table of studio rental data trends in Detroit Lakes
MonthMedian Rent
February 2025$850
March 2025$850

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$40,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near Pelican River

Lincoln Early Childhood/Community Education Center

204 e willlow

detroit lakes, MN, 56501

PKPublic

Rossman Elementary School

1221 rossman ave

detroit lakes, MN, 56501

PK, K-5Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Detroit Lakes near 1260 Loring Ave

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Points of interest for 1260 Loring Ave, Detroit Lakes

Groceries

3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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