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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern kitchen
  • Fitness center
  • Walk-in closets
  • Large island
  • Luxury apartments
  • In-unit washer and dryer

Location

201 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato, Minnesota 56001, United States
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Management

Brennan Properties of Minnesota LLC (L/P)

Leasing office

(507) 257-0748 ext. 2

Property Overview

Bridge Plaza Apartments offers a commendable living experience, highlighted by a 7.7 out of 10 Zumper expert rating and competitive pricing. Its exceptional amenities, including a modern kitchen and fitness center, contribute to a high standing, with location and amenities both rated at 9 out of 10. The property features strong support for pet ownership, work-from-home setups, and social engagement, making it a versatile option for renters seeking a vibrant community.

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

7.7
Very Good
Bridge Plaza Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,644 sqft$2,700 /mo1 unit availableExperience luxury living in this 5th-floor apartment at Bridge Plaza, perfectly situated on Riverfront Drive in Old Town Mankato. This 1,644 square foot unit offers stunning views of downtown Mankato through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the space with natural light. The apartment features two spacious bedrooms with walk-in closets, a modern kitchen with Cambria quartz countertops, a large island, and an open-concept layout ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. Additional amenities include an in-unit washer and dryer, secure elevator access, optional heated parking, additional storage, and a camera-enabled intercom system for added convenience and peace of mind. Just minutes from downtown, Hwy 169, and everything Mankato has to offer, this upscale residence combines style, comfort, and an unbeatable location.

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Amenities for Bridge Plaza Apartments

Apartment Amenities

GasTrash
Water

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
StoveWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Sewer
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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About Bridge Plaza Apartments

HomeApartments in Mankato Bridge Plaza Apartments

Bridge Plaza is an upscale, mixed used complex of luxury apartments, and an extensive list of amenities including balconies overlooking the Minnesota River and Downtown Mankato, baseboard supplemental heat throughout, unit washer and dryer, storage rooms and heated parking. Building features a fitness center, easy access to highways, restaurants, entertainment, and shopping. Pets allowed with applicable fee. Rent includes gas, water, sewer and garbage. Tenant responsible for electric, TV and internet.


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.
7.7
/10
Very Good
Bridge Plaza Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Bridge Plaza Apartments
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, Bridge Plaza Apartments has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
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.
Bridge Plaza 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, Bridge Plaza 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.
Bridge Plaza 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 Bridge Plaza 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.

Bridge Plaza Apartments is great for:

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • There are 10 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 12 parks nearby

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Social life

  • 63 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 155 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 17 local event hubs within 1 mile

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 Bridge Plaza Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 644 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Mankato

2-bedroom apartments at Bridge Plaza Apartments cost about 71% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Mankato.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Mankato
A table of studio rental data trends in Mankato
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$995
January 2024$995
February 2024$990
March 2024$912
April 2024$815
May 2024$840
June 2024$877
July 2024$1,024
August 2024$1,028
September 2024$1,040
October 2024$1,039
November 2024$1,042
December 2024$1,053
January 2025$1,103
February 2025$1,049
March 2025$1,059
April 2025$1,051
May 2025$934
June 2025$707
July 2025$831
August 2025$905
September 2025$890
October 2025$1,057
November 2025$1,078
December 2025$1,084

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$108,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $108,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,700.
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Schools near Bridge Plaza Apartments

Mankato Area Public Schools Special Education

10 civic center plaza suite

mankato, MN, 56001

PK, K-12Public

Bridges Community Elementary School

320 garfield ave

north mankato, MN, 56003

K-5Public
A

Franklin Elementary School

1000 n broad st

mankato, MN, 56001

PK, K-5Public
A

Futures Program

1610 commerce dr

north mankato, MN, 56003

K-12Public
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Getting around Mankato near 201 North Riverfront Drive

Walking

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

Driving

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

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 201 North Riverfront Drive, Mankato

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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