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Highlights
- On-site laundry
- Non-smoking unit/building
- New flooring, paint
- Professionally managed building
Location
969 Smith Ave S, West St Paul, MN 55118, USA
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Property Overview
Smith Avenue delivers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.6/10, highlighted by perfect 10/10 pricing and top-tier value for money and value per square foot in the area. With a 9/10 for both amenities and location, residents benefit from convenient access to a highly rated nearby elementary school along with an impressive standard of living. Features like on-site laundry, a non-smoking environment, fresh flooring and paint, and professional management contribute to the property’s transparent, trustworthy presentation.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- More space
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | 500 sqft | $950 /mo | 1 unit available | Recently remodeled studio unit in a great neighborhood! This unit is in an 11 unit well managed building right over high bridge and near Smith and Dodd Rd. Seconds from grocery store, brew pub, fitness center and many other great businesses. New granite counter tops and white cabinets New flooring and paint New shower and toilet One off-street parking per unit. On-site laundry. Tenant pays electricity, cooking gas. Tenant will be billed for Trash ($25/m). Tenant billed quarterly for RUBS water/sewer. Owner pays HEAT. Laundry and Off-street parking available. Non Smoking Unit/Building. NO DOGS **Please note, if you have an ESA animals, it MUST be included on your application** All other pets are considered with additional non-refundable deposit and monthly pet rent. Breed and size restrictions do apply. Please call or text the leasing coordinator Sarah at 612-735-0944 to schedule a showing This is a professionally managed building from Blackbridge Property Management. We offer secure Online Tenant Portals making paying rent and scheduling maintenance easy and convenient Application fee is $45 per adult which can be found at www blackbridgemn com Rental Criteria: Credit Report Considered Income: 2.5 times rent NO Evictions or UD's (within past 3 years) Criminal Background Considered All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. |
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Amenities for Smith Avenue
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heating |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Controlled Building | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
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
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 11 |
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About Smith Avenue
Recently remodeled studio unit in a great neighborhood! This unit is in an 11 unit well managed building right over high bridge and near Smith and Dodd Rd. Seconds from grocery store, brew pub, fitness center and many other great businesses. New granite counter tops and white cabinets New flooring and paint New shower and toilet One off-street parking per unit. On-site laundry. Tenant pays electricity, cooking gas. Tenant will be billed for Trash ($25/m). Tenant billed quarterly for RUBS water/sewer. Owner pays HEAT. Laundry and Off-street parking available. Non Smoking Unit/Building. NO DOGS **Please note, if you have an ESA animals, it MUST be included on your application** All other pets are considered with additional non-refundable deposit and monthly pet rent. Breed and size restrictions do apply. Please call or text the leasing coordinator Sarah at 612-735-0944 to schedule a showing This is a professionally managed building from Blackbridge Property Management. We offer secure Online Tenant Portals making paying rent and scheduling maintenance easy and convenient Application fee is $45 per adult which can be found at www blackbridgemn com Rental Criteria: Credit Report Considered Income: 2.5 times rent NO Evictions or UD's (within past 3 years) Criminal Background Considered All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Smith Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Smith Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Smith Avenue 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.
Smith Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled building. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Smith Avenue 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.
Smith Avenue 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 Smith Avenue 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.
Smith Avenue is great for:
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 Smith Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- Studio is 250 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in West St Paul
studio apartments at Smith Avenue cost about 3% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in West St Paul.
Median rents as of Jan 25 2026.
West St Paul
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $899 |
| June 2024 | $899 |
| July 2024 | $899 |
| August 2024 | $899 |
| September 2024 | $915 |
| March 2025 | $999 |
| April 2025 | $999 |
| May 2025 | $999 |
| August 2025 | $991 |
| November 2025 | $999 |
| January 2026 | $975 |
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Can I afford to live at 969 Smith Ave S?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$38,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near Smith Avenue
Somerset Elementary School
1355 dodd rd
mendota heights, MN, 55118
PK, K-4Public
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Saint Paul Online Elementary School
360 colborne st
saint paul, MN, 55102
K-5Public
C
Early Learning Resource Center
1970 christensen ave
west saint paul, MN, 55118
PKPublic
Wilder Child Development Center
911 lafond ave
st paul, MN, 55104
PKPublic
Early Education Bruce F. Vento
409 case ave e
saint paul, MN, 55130
PKPublic
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Getting around West St Paul near 969 Smith Ave S
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 969 Smith Ave S, West St Paul
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 969 Smith Ave S
Oxendale's Market
374 Bernard St W
Mike's Butcher Shop
1104 Robert St S
West Side Groceries
466 Robert St S
Walmart Supercenter
1644 Robert St S
Mississippi Market Natural Foods
1500 7th St W
Rainbow
1201 Robert St S
Eco Chico
1201 Robert St S
Kennedy Blue
325 Randolph Ave
Mirjana's Tailor Shoppe
8C Signal Hills Ctr
J W Hulme Co
678 7th St W
Amore Coffee
879 Smith Ave S
Capital View Cafe & Catering
637 Smith Ave S
Caribou Coffee
1193 Robert St S
Dunkin'
1224 Robert St S
Bogart's Doughnuts
928 W 7th St
Jamesons Irish Bar
886 Smith Ave S
Tapper's Pub Inc
879 Stryker Ave
Minnesota Ace Billiards League
437 Ruby Dr
Fireside Lounge
1288 Robert St S
Wabasha Brewing Co
429 Wabasha St S
Amore Coffee
879 Smith Ave S
Taste of Love Bakery
6 City View Ln
Panaderia Los Casillo
1201 Robert St S
GNC
1201 Robert St S
West Side Farmers Market
63 George St W
Albert Park
Harmon Park
Orme Park
Mud Lake Park
Kennedy Park
FoodSmith
973 Smith Ave S
Chin Chin
981 Smith Ave S
Domino's
1014 Smith Ave S
Oxendale's Market
374 Bernard St W
New China
364 Bernard St W
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