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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Energy efficient windows
  • Updated kitchen, newer cabinets, appliances
  • Two spacious bedrooms, plenty of closet space

Location

538 Charles Ave #2, Saint Paul, MN 55103, USA|South Frogtown

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Bright Idea Properties

(651) 998-7231

Property Overview

Energy-efficient windows, an updated kitchen with newer cabinets and appliances, two spacious bedrooms, and ample closet space create a comfortable and functional interior. Strong value for money and value per square foot place it in the top tier compared with nearby options. Environmentally minded, pet owners, and remote workers may appreciate the walkable area with public transit and nearby parks, on-site recycling, local pet services, high-speed internet, quiet surroundings, and generous natural light.

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

  • Less expensive
  • More space

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Amenities for 538 Charles Ave #2, South Frogtown

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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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About 538 Charles Ave #2

HomeApartments in St. PaulSouth Frogtown 538 Charles Ave #2, Saint Paul, MN 55103, USA

Bright Idea Properties welcomes you home to this 2 bedroom/1 bathroom Upper-Level of a Duplex in the Thomas-Dale neighborhood of Saint Paul! MOVE-IN SPECIAL: NONE AT THIS TIME. TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR HERE: N/A This unit offers: *Fresh paint and new carpet throughout. *Updated kitchen with newer cabinets and appliances. *Newer windows offering energy efficiency. *Two spacious bedrooms with plenty of closet space. *A welcoming front entry area perfect for shoes, jackets, and everyday convenience. Located near I-94, University Avenue W, and W Minnehaha Avenue. Central location and very close to the light rail and public transportation. Lots of parks and recreation nearby, including Como Park & Zoo, and Frogtown Park and Farm. Easily commute to downtown Saint Paul or downtown Minneapolis. TENANT PAYS FOR: Heat, Electricity, Gas, Water/Sewer, Trash, Recycling, Lawn Care, Snow Removal, Cable, Internet, Renters Insurance OWNER PAYS FOR: N/A LAWN CARE: Tenant SNOW REMOVAL: Tenant PETS ALLOWED * Yes. One pet. Dog or Cat. *Breed, weigh, and number restrictions apply. LAUNDRY: No. APPLICATION SCREENING GUIDELINES *650+ Credit Score (Preferred) *Good Credit History *Amount in collections cannot exceed $1,500 *2.75x the rent amount in GROSS income/month *No recent evictions (


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 538 Charles Ave #2 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Address details

NeighborhoodSouth Frogtown
Zip code55103
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in South Frogtown

2-bedroom apartments at 538 Charles Ave #2 cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in St. Paul.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
South Frogtown
St. Paul
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in St. Paul
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,531
June 2024$1,527
July 2024$1,541
August 2024$1,546
September 2024$1,580
October 2024$1,577
November 2024$1,544
December 2024$1,529
January 2025$1,495
February 2025$1,465
March 2025$1,490
April 2025$1,558
May 2025$1,573
June 2025$1,603
July 2025$1,585
August 2025$1,625
September 2025$1,631
October 2025$1,574
November 2025$1,606
December 2025$1,602
January 2026$1,588
February 2026$1,553
March 2026$1,564
April 2026$1,557
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Frogtown
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,250
October 2024$1,250
April 2025$1,456
May 2025$1,463
December 2025$1,315
January 2026$1,414
February 2026$1,366
March 2026$1,316
April 2026$1,220

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,195.
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Schools near 538 Charles Ave #2

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) - Rondo Education Center

560 concordia ave

saint paul, MN, 55103

PK, KPublic
A-

Wilder Child Development Center

911 lafond ave

st paul, MN, 55104

PKPublic

Rivereast Program

1055 mackubin

saint paul, MN, 55117

K-12Public

Saint Paul Online Elementary School

360 colborne st

saint paul, MN, 55102

K-5Public
C

Bridge View Special Education School

350 colborne st

saint paul, MN, 55102

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

South Frogtown | St. Paul, MN

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

Getting around Saint Paul near 538 Charles Ave #2

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 538 Charles Ave #2, Saint Paul

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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