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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • Covered parking
  • Pet friendly community

Location

2885 James Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408, USA|Uptown
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Property Overview

Uptown Classics Apartments is highly rated, with an 8.8 overall score and exemplary ratings for price, amenities, and location, indicating excellent value and quality of living. The property features an abundance of amenities, is well-situated near 211 restaurants and multiple transit options, and provides strong pet-friendliness with nearby parks and services. Transparency in its description further enhances its trustworthiness, making it an appealing choice for those looking for a vibrant community lifestyle.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Uptown Classics Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Uptown Classics Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

B21 bed1 bath650 sqft
3041 bed1 bath725 sqft
2041 bed1 bath725 sqft
2031 bed1 bath725 sqft
3061 bed1 bath725 sqft
2021 bed1 bath725 sqft

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Amenities for Uptown Classics Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBathtub
Ceiling FanFreezer
Garage DetachedHardwood Floor
Living Room

Appliances

MicrowaveRange/Oven
Refrigerator

Tech

Cable ReadyHigh-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Disability AccessDogs OK
Historic BuildingOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Bike RacksGarage Parking
Off-Street Parking

Services

Live ToursOn-Site Maintenance
Online Community PortalVirtual Walkthrough

Neighborhood

On Bus LinePublic Transportation

Other

Online Payments
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Building details

Property details

Units21
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About Uptown Classics Apartments

HomeApartments in MinneapolisUptown Uptown Classics Apartments

Uptown Classics Apartments is a Minneapolis Apartment located at 2885 James Ave S. The property features 1 BR rental units available starting at $1095. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, and On-Site Laundry. Covered Parking parking, Surface Parking parking, Off-Street Parking parking, and Garage - Detached 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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Uptown Classics Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Uptown Classics Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Uptown Classics Apartments
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.
Uptown Classics Apartments 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·10A 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.
Uptown Classics Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Uptown Classics Apartments 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 Uptown Classics Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Uptown Classics Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Uptown Classics Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • 211 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 330 mixed-use spaces nearby

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 Uptown Classics Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 95 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Uptown

Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Uptown
Minneapolis
A table of studio rental data trends in Minneapolis
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$925
March 2024$1,016
April 2024$1,024
May 2024$1,097
June 2024$1,041
July 2024$1,031
August 2024$1,083
September 2024$1,070
October 2024$1,041
November 2024$1,025
December 2024$1,015
January 2025$993
February 2025$1,001
March 2025$1,006
April 2025$978
May 2025$967
June 2025$1,014
July 2025$982
August 2025$1,033
September 2025$1,019
October 2025$993
November 2025$988
December 2025$1,098
January 2026$1,099
A table of studio rental data trends in Uptown
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,249
March 2024$977
April 2024$994
May 2024$1,091
June 2024$1,128
July 2024$1,092
August 2024$1,226
September 2024$1,207
October 2024$1,178
November 2024$1,052
December 2024$1,204
January 2025$1,221
February 2025$1,238
March 2025$1,003
April 2025$925
May 2025$929
June 2025$936
July 2025$998
August 2025$926
September 2025$897
October 2025$875
November 2025$922
December 2025$962
January 2026$1,000

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932 east 34th st

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1510 glenwood ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55405

K-12Public

MPS Metro HA

932 e. 34th st.

minneapolis, MN, 55407

K-12Public
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Getting around Minneapolis near 2885 James Ave S

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 2885 James Ave S, Minneapolis

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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