5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Window coverings
- Spacious living room
- Newer light fixtures
- Newer flooring
Location
969 Lawson Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106, USA|Payne - Phalen
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Property Overview
Spacious interiors with newer flooring, updated light fixtures, and window coverings complement a bright living room with large windows for natural light. High‑speed internet, nearby office supply stores, and a local internet provider option support productive work-from-home use. A top-rated elementary school within a short distance and a generous set of listing photos further enhance overall convenience and transparency for prospective 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
Elementary school nearby- Images Available
- Outdoor space
Great for
Work-from-home
Amenities for 969 Lawson Ave E, Payne - Phalen
Community
| Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
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Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 969 Lawson Ave E
Bright Idea Properties welcomes you home to this 2 bedroom/1 bathroom Up/Down Duplex in Saint Paul! This home offers spaciousness, natural light, natural woodwork, original built-ins and a yard to enjoy. The living room is offers an abundance of space and natural light. This property has been updated and includes newer items like light fixtures, newer flooring, updated paint, and window coverings. There's a porch on the back of the building/unit that offers a place for you to hang your coats and take off your shoes prior to going upstairs to the unit. The bathroom has been updated. Located near Swede Hollow Park, Lake Phalen & Phalen Regional Park. Nearby parks, shopping, and numerous activities. Close proximity to Hwy. 61 & I-94. Tenant Pays For: Heat, Electricity, Snow removal, Cable, Internet, Renters Insurance Owner Pays For: Water/Sewer, Trash/Recycling, Lawn care PETS: Dogs Okay (Breed Restrictions Apply) APPLICATION SCREENING GUIDELINES *650+ Credit Score *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 969 Lawson Ave E compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Address details
| Neighborhood | Payne - Phalen |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 55106 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Payne - Phalen
2-bedroom apartments at 969 Lawson Ave E cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in St. Paul.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Payne - Phalen
St. Paul
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,526 |
| 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 |
| May 2026 | $1,529 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,182 |
| July 2024 | $1,185 |
| August 2024 | $1,196 |
| September 2024 | $1,204 |
| October 2024 | $1,220 |
| November 2024 | $1,220 |
| December 2024 | $1,220 |
| January 2025 | $1,220 |
| February 2025 | $1,235 |
| March 2025 | $1,212 |
| April 2025 | $1,220 |
| May 2025 | $1,210 |
| June 2025 | $1,205 |
| July 2025 | $1,205 |
| August 2025 | $1,222 |
| September 2025 | $1,236 |
| October 2025 | $1,289 |
| November 2025 | $1,319 |
| December 2025 | $1,240 |
| January 2026 | $1,317 |
| February 2026 | $1,300 |
| March 2026 | $1,281 |
| April 2026 | $1,268 |
| May 2026 | $1,242 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 11 months ago | $1,150 |
| 2 years ago | $1,050 |
Schools near 969 Lawson Ave E
Early Education Bruce F. Vento
409 case ave e
saint paul, MN, 55130
PKPublic
Frost Lake Elementary School
1505 hoyt ave e
saint paul, MN, 55106
PK, K-5Public
C
Hazel Park Preparatory Academy
1140 white bear ave n
saint paul, MN, 55106
PK, K-8Public
C
Rivereast Program
1055 mackubin
saint paul, MN, 55117
K-12Public
Beaver Lake Voluntary Pre-K
1060 sterling st n
maplewood, MN, 55119
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Payne - Phalen | St. Paul, MN
Getting around Saint Paul near 969 Lawson Ave E
Walking
6/10
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.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 969 Lawson Ave E, Saint Paul
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no 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
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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