Zumper
modified
1 Day Ago

Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Private entrance
  • Laundry hookups
  • Beautiful hardwood floors
  • Pet-friendly

Location

1302 W 1st St, Duluth, MN 55806, USA|Observation Hill
Hi! Let’s figure out if this property is right for you.

Powered by Zumper AI

Tour 1302 W 1st St

Contact

Management

Heirloom Property Management

Leasing office

(218) 390-4317

Property Overview

1302 W 1st St offers excellent value with strong ratings across price, amenities, and location, reflecting a competitively priced home in a convenient, well-connected area. Pet-friendly living, off-street parking, a private entrance, laundry hookups, and beautiful hardwood floors are complemented by nearby dog parks, pet services, coworking-friendly cafés, and plentiful dining and cultural options within walking distance. A solid trustworthiness rating indicates a clear, detailed listing that helps renters understand what to expect.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1302 W 1st St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1302 W 1st St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath942 sqft$1,275–$1,300 /mo2 units availableThis upper-level unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, along with an additional bonus room perfect for a home office. Enjoy beautiful hardwood floors throughout, tons of natural light along with off-street parking, and laundry hookups in the basement. No pets allowed. Lawn care and snow removal are provided for your convenience. Make this your home today, schedule a viewing now! Resident Responsible Utilities: Electric direct to the provider, Ratio Water/Sewer, Gas, Garbage/Recycling + $8 monthly Admin fee Garbage/Recycling Billing Fee: $34/mo Pet-Friendly: Yes (monthly rent & deposit apply based on screening) Resident Benefits Package: $39/mo Lease Signing Fee: $99 (one-time)

Let's explore this property.

Amenities for 1302 W 1st St

Apartment Amenities

Private Entry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Other

Garbage Service BillingResident Pays Electric Direct
Resident Pays Ratio Natural Gas
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.

Contact Property

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

Contact Property

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Questions about this property’s policies and fees?

Building details

Property details

Units2
Advertisement

About 1302 W 1st St

HomeApartments in DuluthObservation Hill 1302 W 1st St

This upper-level unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, along with an additional bonus room perfect for a home office. Enjoy beautiful hardwood floors throughout, tons of natural light along with off-street parking, and laundry hookups in the basement. No pets allowed. Lawn care and snow removal are provided for your convenience. Make this your home today, schedule a viewing now! Resident Responsible Utilities: Electric direct to the provider, Ratio Water/Sewer, Gas, Garbage/Recycling + $8 monthly Admin fee Garbage/Recycling Billing Fee: $34/mo Pet-Friendly: Yes (monthly rent & deposit apply based on screening) Resident Benefits Package: $39/mo Lease Signing Fee: $99 (one-time)


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1302 W 1st St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1302 W 1st St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1302 W 1st St
Price·10A 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.
1302 W 1st St offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
1302 W 1st St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1302 W 1st St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1302 W 1st St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A 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.
While 1302 W 1st St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
1302 W 1st St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

1302 W 1st St is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 45 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 32 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • 2 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

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 1302 W 1st St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

Get the latest listings anytime, anywhere

Receive similar listings in the area, download our app, and more.
Email*
By clicking submit, I accept Zumper's Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Community Values.

Rent trends in Observation Hill

2-bedroom apartments at 1302 W 1st St cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Observation Hill.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Observation Hill
Duluth
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Duluth
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,419
June 2024$1,345
July 2024$1,375
August 2024$1,297
September 2024$1,269
October 2024$1,315
November 2024$1,268
December 2024$1,305
January 2025$1,287
February 2025$1,284
March 2025$1,265
April 2025$1,274
May 2025$1,257
June 2025$1,318
July 2025$1,271
August 2025$1,284
September 2025$1,269
October 2025$1,275
November 2025$1,292
December 2025$1,290
January 2026$1,272
February 2026$1,258
March 2026$1,200
April 2026$1,196
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Observation Hill
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$954
July 2024$975
April 2026$1,087

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1302 W 1st St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$51,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,275.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near 1302 W 1st St

Early Childhood Special Education

4316 rice lake rd

duluth, MN, 55811

PKPublic

Myers-Wilkins Elementary

1027 n 8th ave e

duluth, MN, 55805

PK, K-5Public
C+

Merritt Creek Academy

4000 w 9th st

duluth, MN, 55807

K-12Public

Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion

2000 rice lake rd

duluth, MN, 55811

K-5Public
B

Chester Creek Academy

714 1/2 w college st

duluth, MN, 55811

K-12Public
Powered byniche.com
Advertisement

Internet available near 1302 W 1st St

Neighborhood

Observation Hill | Duluth, MN

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

Getting around Duluth near 1302 W 1st St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1302 W 1st St, Duluth

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

2/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Compare similar properties nearby

featured image of 2011 W Superior St

Urbane218

Our team has verified this company

West End • 2011 W Superior St

1–2 Beds

$1,200–$1,844

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
Yes
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 5402 Ramsey St

Ramsey Village

Our team has verified this company

5402 Ramsey St

1–3 Beds

$1,695–$2,040

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
Yes
dishwasher
No
featured image of 521 W 2nd St

Downtown Duluth • 521 W 2nd St

1–2 Beds

$1,071–$1,600

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
No
dishwasher
No
featured image of 1222 Hughitt Ave

1222 Hughitt Ave

2 Beds

$1,125–$1,150

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
No
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 910 N 56th Ave W

910 N 56th Ave W

1 Bed

$995

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
No
dishwasher
No
featured image of 1516 N 16th St #6

1516 N 16th St #6

1 Bed

$1,095

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
Yes
dishwasher
No
featured image of 300 W Michigan St

Downtown Duluth • 300 W Michigan St

1–2 Beds

$1,595–$2,275

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
Yes
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 101 W 3rd St

Downtown Duluth • 101 W 3rd St

1 Bed

$900–$950

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
No
dishwasher
No
featured image of 2011 W Superior St

Urbane218

Our team has verified this company

West End • 2011 W Superior St

1–2 Beds

$1,200–$1,844

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
Yes
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 5402 Ramsey St

Ramsey Village

Our team has verified this company

5402 Ramsey St

1–3 Beds

$1,695–$2,040

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
Yes
dishwasher
No
featured image of 521 W 2nd St

Downtown Duluth • 521 W 2nd St

1–2 Beds

$1,071–$1,600

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
No
dishwasher
No
featured image of 1222 Hughitt Ave

1222 Hughitt Ave

2 Beds

$1,125–$1,150

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
No
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 910 N 56th Ave W

910 N 56th Ave W

1 Bed

$995

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
No
dishwasher
No
featured image of 1516 N 16th St #6

1516 N 16th St #6

1 Bed

$1,095

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
Yes
dishwasher
No
featured image of 300 W Michigan St

Downtown Duluth • 300 W Michigan St

1–2 Beds

$1,595–$2,275

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
Yes
dishwasher
Yes
featured image of 101 W 3rd St

Downtown Duluth • 101 W 3rd St

1 Bed

$900–$950

dogs and cats ok
Yes
in-unit laundry
No
dishwasher
No

Check availability

Full name*
Move-in date
Floor plan
By sending this inquiry, I accept Zumper's Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Community Values. By providing my phone number, I consent (not a condition of purchase) to be called and texted by 1302 W 1st St.