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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Pet friendly community

Location

2001 Monks Avenue, Mankato, Minnesota 56001, United States
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Property Overview

University Park receives a solid Zumper expert rating of 8 out of 10, reflecting its strong value proposition with competitive pricing and an impressive array of amenities rated 9 out of 10. The property is situated in a prime location, offering easy access to public transit and recreational options, further enhancing its appeal for those seeking an active lifestyle and environmental sustainability. Additionally, it fosters a vibrant community atmosphere, making it an attractive choice for renters.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, University Park is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, University Park has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

330 HU3 bed2 bath1,216 sqft$1,200 /mo
100 DA3 bed2 bath1,216 sqft$1,200 /mo
117 MZ3 bed2 bath1,216 sqft$1,225 /mo
204 MZ3 bed2 bath1,056 sqft$1,310 /mo
108 PI3 bed2 bath1,216 sqft$1,350 /mo
322 HU3 bed2 bath1,216 sqft$1,450 /mo
704 SH3 bed2 bath1,568 sqft$1,575 /mo

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Amenities for University Park

Apartment Amenities

Living Room

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingPet-Friendly Community

Services

On-Site Management
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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About University Park

HomeApartments in Mankato University Park

University Park is a Mankato House located at 2001 Monks Avenue. The property features 3 BR rental units available starting at $1200. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, and Pet Friendly Community. Off-Street Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, University Park is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, University Park has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated University Park
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, University Park is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
University Park 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, University Park 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.
University Park 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 University Park 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.

University Park is great for:

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • 11 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • The area has transit options
  • Area has 11 parks and recreation options

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 University Park compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Mankato

3-bedroom apartments at University Park cost about 26% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Mankato.

Median rents as of Nov 29 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

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$49,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,225.
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Schools near University Park

Rosa Parks Elementary School

1001 heron dr

mankato, MN, 56001

K-5Public
B

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

Futures Program

1610 commerce dr

north mankato, MN, 56003

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Mankato near 2001 Monks Avenue

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

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 2001 Monks Avenue, Mankato

Groceries

0/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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