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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Professionally managed
- Snow removal
- Closet space
- Eat-in kitchen
- Carport
- Large living room
Location
653 Sims Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55106, USA|Payne - Phalen
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Housing Hub, LLC
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Property Overview
Situated in a professionally managed area, this property features an eat-in kitchen, large living room, and ample closet space, with added conveniences like snow removal and a carport. With top-rated schools within close proximity and a high value per square foot, it is also well-suited for pet owners, given the nearby pet supply stores and lack of breed restrictions. The expansive photo gallery provides a comprehensive view for potential renters.
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
More space- Middle school nearby
- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 653 Sims Ave, Payne - Phalen
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs 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
Dog policy
| Allowed | |
|---|---|
| Limit | 1 |
Cat policy
| Allowed | |
|---|---|
| Limit | 1 |
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About 653 Sims Ave
Another great listing from Hubbs and Housing Hub!!! Don't pass up this extra large 3 bd/1.5 bath house on St Paul's East Side. The first floor of this home has a large living room with tons of windows, a formal dining room, an eat-in kitchen with a 1/2 bathroom on the main level. The top floor has 3 large bedrooms and a full bathroom. Tons of closet space. The basement has more space for storage as well as a laundry area with laundry hook up. The home has a carport that is connected to the home for easy access inside the home during the winters. Located just one block from Payne Ave with all of the great food and shopping just steps from your door! This home is conveniently close to Metropolitan State University and a short drive to downtown St Paul. Minimal blocks to Bruce Vento Elementary, Wilder Playground, and The East Side Heritage Park! Tenant pays all utilities and is responsible for lawn care and snow removal. This is a professionally managed home from the folks at Housing Hub in the Twin Cities. With online access, applying, paying rent, and scheduling maintenance is a breeze. At Housing Hub, we want to provide you with a great living experience in Minnesota! This building is pet friendly, however, there are breed restrictions, and pet fees and deposits will apply. Please note that all applicants aged 18 and over are required to pay an application fee of $45.00. Call or text Hubbs at (952) 452-9254 to set up a showing llame a este número para hablar con alguien en español (esta línea es bilingüe) (612) 405-6678 This property is part of the 4D Affordable Housing Incentive Program and income limits may apply, ask the agent for details. Here are our application selection criteria for your review: 1. Preferred credit score of 650 or higher with no past due or collections (family co-signers welcome with a 700+ score) 2. Positive landlord references for the last 3 years: no evictions, UDs, or judgments 3. Clean criminal history - no felonies 4. Verifiable household monthly income of 2.5 times the monthly rent All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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 653 Sims Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 482 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Neighborhood | Payne - Phalen |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 55106 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Payne - Phalen
3-bedroom apartments at 653 Sims Ave cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in St. Paul.
Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Payne - Phalen
St. Paul
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $1,925 |
| October 2023 | $1,981 |
| November 2023 | $1,980 |
| December 2023 | $1,947 |
| January 2024 | $1,970 |
| February 2024 | $1,970 |
| March 2024 | $1,940 |
| April 2024 | $1,938 |
| May 2024 | $1,943 |
| June 2024 | $1,999 |
| July 2024 | $2,058 |
| August 2024 | $2,037 |
| September 2024 | $1,996 |
| October 2024 | $2,067 |
| November 2024 | $1,967 |
| December 2024 | $1,976 |
| January 2025 | $1,972 |
| February 2025 | $1,986 |
| March 2025 | $1,964 |
| April 2025 | $1,975 |
| May 2025 | $1,975 |
| June 2025 | $1,986 |
| July 2025 | $1,975 |
| August 2025 | $1,974 |
| September 2025 | $1,971 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $1,597 |
| October 2023 | $1,521 |
| November 2023 | $1,400 |
| December 2023 | $1,400 |
| January 2024 | $1,437 |
| February 2024 | $1,410 |
| March 2024 | $1,421 |
| April 2024 | $1,421 |
| May 2024 | $1,511 |
| June 2024 | $1,595 |
| July 2024 | $1,577 |
| August 2024 | $1,658 |
| September 2024 | $1,475 |
| October 2024 | $1,602 |
| November 2024 | $1,598 |
| December 2024 | $1,599 |
| January 2025 | $1,611 |
| February 2025 | $1,602 |
| March 2025 | $1,624 |
| April 2025 | $1,720 |
| May 2025 | $1,635 |
| June 2025 | $1,650 |
| July 2025 | $1,639 |
| August 2025 | $1,660 |
| September 2025 | $1,695 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 1 year ago | $1,648 |
Schools near 653 Sims Ave
Rivereast Program
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K-12Public
Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) - Rondo Education Center
560 concordia ave
saint paul, MN, 55103
PK, KPublic
A-
Early Education - Birth to Three
271 belvidere st e
saint paul, MN, 55102
PKPublic
Early Childhood Special Education Inclusion
271 belvidere st e
saint paul, MN, 55102
PKPublic
Bridge View Special Education School
350 colborne st
saint paul, MN, 55102
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Getting around Saint Paul near 653 Sims Ave
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
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 653 Sims Ave, Saint Paul
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
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
Few or no bars within walking distance
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