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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Convenient location
  • Off-alley parking
  • Energy efficiency
  • Easy-maintenance laminate flooring throughout

Location

521 S Menlo Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, USA|Folsom
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Management

Freedom Realty Inc

Leasing office

(844) 278-2968 ext. 2850

Property Overview

521 South Menlo Avenue #2 offers strong value with a high expert rating, competitive pricing, and a convenient location supported by off-alley parking, energy efficiency, and easy-maintenance laminate flooring throughout. It stands out for social and work-from-home appeal, with abundant nearby dining, cultural, recreation, entertainment, coworking, and office-supply options, plus a nearby top-rated middle school.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 521 South Menlo Avenue #2 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 521 South Menlo Avenue #2 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

  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

521 South Menlo Avenue Apt #2 - 11 bed1 bath600 sqft$700 /mo1 Bed / 1 Bath Apartment – Great Location! Comfortable and affordable 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment featuring easy-maintenance laminate flooring throughout for a clean, modern look. Enjoy convenient off-alley parking and a location close to downtown, parks, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. The building was updated with all new vinyl windows in 2024, helping improve comfort and energy efficiency. Features: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Laminate flooring throughout Off-alley parking New vinyl windows (2024) Convenient location near downtown, parks, and shopping Contact Gina, (605) 744-9521, **** for a showing today! Apply here: https freedomsd managebuilding com Resident rental-application new

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Amenities for 521 South Menlo Avenue #2

Building

Cats OKDogs 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.

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Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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One-time.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

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Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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About 521 South Menlo Avenue #2

HomeApartments in Sioux Falls 521 South Menlo Avenue #2

1 Bed / 1 Bath Apartment – Great Location! Comfortable and affordable 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment featuring easy-maintenance laminate flooring throughout for a clean, modern look. Enjoy convenient off-alley parking and a location close to downtown, parks, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. The building was updated with all new vinyl windows in 2024, helping improve comfort and energy efficiency. Features: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Laminate flooring throughout Off-alley parking New vinyl windows (2024) Convenient location near downtown, parks, and shopping Contact Gina, (605) 744-9521, **** for a showing today! Apply here: https freedomsd managebuilding com Resident rental-application new


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 521 South Menlo Avenue #2 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 521 South Menlo Avenue #2 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 521 South Menlo Avenue #2
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.
521 South Menlo Avenue #2 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 521 South Menlo Avenue #2 is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
521 South Menlo Avenue #2 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 521 South Menlo Avenue #2 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.
521 South Menlo Avenue #2 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.

521 South Menlo Avenue #2 is great for:

Work-from-home

  • 3 internet service provider options nearby
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 3 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • 4 office supply stores within 1 mile

Social life

  • 119 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 22 parks and recreation options
  • 24 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 521 South Menlo Avenue #2 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away

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Rent trends in Folsom

1-bedroom apartments at 521 South Menlo Avenue #2 cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Folsom.

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Folsom
Sioux Falls
A table of studio rental data trends in Sioux Falls
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$892
August 2024$1,056
September 2024$1,117
October 2024$1,040
November 2024$944
December 2024$875
January 2025$880
February 2025$894
March 2025$887
April 2025$953
May 2025$833
June 2025$827
July 2025$851
August 2025$850
September 2025$850
October 2025$850
November 2025$856
December 2025$837
January 2026$848
February 2026$871
March 2026$865
April 2026$874
May 2026$874
June 2026$859
A table of studio rental data trends in Folsom
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$635
September 2025$500
October 2025$425
February 2026$635
March 2026$635
April 2026$635

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$28,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $700.
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Schools near 521 South Menlo Avenue #2

Lowell Elementary School

710 w 18th st

sioux falls, SD, 57104

PK, K-5Public
B-

Sonia Sotomayor Spanish Immersion Elementary School

1510 s lake ave

sioux falls, SD, 57105

PK, K-5Public
A

Elementary Immersion Center

2511 w brookings st

sioux falls, SD, 57104

K-5Public
C+

All City Elementary School

2511 w brookings st

sioux falls, SD, 57104

K-5Public
A-

Bridges at Horace Mann Elementary School

1401 e 26th st

sioux falls, SD, 57105

K-5Public
C+
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Getting around Sioux Falls near 521 S Menlo Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 521 S Menlo Ave, Sioux Falls

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

Explore the area around 521 S Menlo Ave

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410 W 18th St
Sioux Falls Co-op
410 W 18th St
Africa Market LLC
318 W 18th St
Bariki International Market
1114 S Minnesota Ave
Alberi Grocery
321 N West Ave

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