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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Prime location
  • On-site washer and dryer
  • Non-smokers
  • Cozy apartments
  • Nearby shopping
  • Comfortable living

Location

1602 Brookside Dr, Saint Joseph, MO 64506, USA
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Management

Guardian Property Management, LLC (Saint Joseph, MO)

Leasing office

(660) 224-0081

Property Overview

Brookside Apartments offers comfortable, cozy living in a prime, walkable location, with nearby shopping, strong access to public transit, and convenient on-site features like high-speed internet and laundry. With an expert overall rating of 8.6/10 and standout scores for price, amenities, and location, it delivers excellent value and a high standard of living, supported by transparent management details and ample photos. The community is well-situated for pet owners, social activity, environmental sustainability, and quiet work-from-home setups, with parks, restaurants, mixed-use spaces, and pet services all close by.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Brookside Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Brookside Apartments 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

Updated 1 Bed, 1 Bath Apartment (Building #1)1 bed1 bath$695 /mo1 unit availableRenovated 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Apartment at the Brookside Apartments in St. Joe! Located right off Frederick Ave and I-29! Utility fee of $70/month for one resident (internet, water, sewer, & trash), but just an additional $40 for two residents. Applicants are required to complete a rental application and authorize a $39.95 credit and background check. Rental Qualification Summary: Applicants must have a verifiable monthly income at least 3x the rent, a minimum 600 credit score, and no evictions or unpaid landlord judgments in the past 5 years. Positive landlord references are required, and a background check that confirms a pattern of responsibility. All applicants must be non-smokers, and occupancy is limited to one person per bedroom. SSN is required to apply. Housing Visit www guardianpm co to see our full qualification standards.
Updated 2 Bed, 1 Bath Apartment (Building #2)2 bed1 bath$875 /mo1 unit available2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Apartment at the Brookside Apartments in St. Joe! Located right off Frederick Ave and I-29! Utility fee of $70/month for one resident (internet, water, sewer, & trash), but just an additional $40 for two residents. Applicants are required to complete a rental application and authorize a $39.95 credit and background check. Rental Qualification Summary: Applicants must have a verifiable monthly income at least 3x the rent, a minimum 600 credit score, and no evictions or unpaid landlord judgments in the past 5 years. Positive landlord references are required, and a background check that confirms a pattern of responsibility. All applicants must be non-smokers, and occupancy is limited to one person per bedroom. SSN is required to apply. Housing Visit www guardianpm co to see our full qualification standards.

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Amenities for Brookside Apartments

Apartment Amenities

TrashWater

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryRange
RefrigeratorWasher/Dryer Onsite

Tech

Internet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Sewer
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About Brookside Apartments

HomeApartments in Saint Joseph Brookside Apartments

Welcome to Brookside Apartments in Saint Joseph, MO! Our cozy apartments feature essential amenities such as a range and refrigerator for your cooking needs. With the convenience of an on-site washer and dryer, laundry day will be a breeze. Located in a prime location, residents can enjoy easy access to nearby shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Experience comfortable living at Brookside Apartments. Contact us today to schedule a tour of your new home!


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Brookside Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Brookside Apartments 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 Brookside Apartments
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.
Brookside Apartments 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.
Brookside Apartments 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, Brookside Apartments 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.
Brookside Apartments 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 Brookside Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Brookside Apartments is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 3 parks within a mile

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Social life

  • 59 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 117 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • A bustling neighborhood

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 Brookside Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Saint Joseph

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 7% lower than 1-bedrooms in Saint Joseph.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Brookside Apartments to be 5% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Saint Joseph.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Saint Joseph
A table of studio rental data trends in Saint Joseph
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$688
June 2024$647
July 2024$641
August 2024$675
September 2024$673
October 2024$633
November 2024$600
January 2025$616
February 2025$677
March 2025$703
April 2025$679
May 2025$673
June 2025$678
July 2025$659
August 2025$653
September 2025$686
October 2025$720
November 2025$716
December 2025$631
January 2026$625
February 2026$665
March 2026$650
April 2026$691
May 2026$661

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$27,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $695.
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Schools near Brookside Apartments

Coleman Elementary School

3312 beck rd

st joseph, MO, 64506

K-6Public
C+

Helen M. Davis School

2900 scott st

st joseph, MO, 64507

K-12Public

Avenue City Elementary School

18069 hwy 169

cosby, MO, 64436

PK, K-8Public
A

Union Star Preschool

6132 nw state route z

union star, MO, 64494

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Saint Joseph near 1602 Brookside Dr

Walking

4/10
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.

Points of interest for 1602 Brookside Dr, Saint Joseph

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1602 Brookside Dr

Natural Grocers
2414 N Belt Hwy
Cosentino's Price Chopper
2219 N Belt Hwy
Cosentino's Price Chopper Pharmacy
2219 N Belt Hwy
Hy-Vee
201 N Belt Hwy
Green Hills Grocery
3225 N Belt Hwy

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