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Highlights

  • Stainless appliances
  • Walk-in storage closet
  • Open living room and dining area
  • Large living room
  • Tiled shower

Location

254 2nd St Sw, Forest Lake, MN 55025, USA
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Management

Guardian Property Management

Leasing office

(612) 298-6519

Property Overview

254 2nd St SW receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6, reflecting its appealing amenities, including stainless appliances, an open living and dining area, and a tiled shower. With a price rating of 10, it offers an excellent price-value balance, further enhanced by its location rating of 9, ensuring convenient access to schools and key points of interest. Trustworthiness is rated at 8, indicating transparency in its property description and management practices.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 254 2nd St SW is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 254 2nd St SW 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

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath780 sqft$1,050 /mo1 unit availableEach adult would apply at www guardianprop com and upload last two pay statements and proof of other income. Lower unit in small building available now. Large living room with built-in a/c and walk-in storage closet. Living room is open to the dining area next to the kitchen. Kitchen has stainless appliances. Full bathroom with tiled shower. The bedroom has plenty of space for a king sized set. There's yard space in the front of the property and a garage is available for $40/month. Up to two cats or one small dog (under 35lbs) are okay with a $25/month pet fee per Rent includes water/sewer, trash and gas $50 application fee per adult We check income (gross household income is at least 3x the rent), credit must be 600 +, and we check rental history and background checks Renter's insurance is required Call Dakota at 612-298-6519 to schedule a showing Agent: Dakota DeHaven BROKER: GUARDIAN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND SERVICES LLC

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Amenities for 254 2nd St SW

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Appliances

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Building

Water/Sewer
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HomeApartments in Forest Lake 254 2nd St SW

Each adult would apply at www guardianprop com and upload last two pay statements and proof of other income. Lower unit in small building available now. Large living room with built-in a/c and walk-in storage closet. Living room is open to the dining area next to the kitchen. Kitchen has stainless appliances. Full bathroom with tiled shower. The bedroom has plenty of space for a king sized set. There's yard space in the front of the property and a garage is available for $40/month. Up to two cats or one small dog (under 35lbs) are okay with a $25/month pet fee per Rent includes water/sewer, trash and gas $50 application fee per adult We check income (gross household income is at least 3x the rent), credit must be 600 +, and we check rental history and background checks Renter's insurance is required Call Dakota at 612-298-6519 to schedule a showing Agent: Dakota DeHaven BROKER: GUARDIAN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND SERVICES LLC


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 Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 254 2nd St SW is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 254 2nd St SW 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 254 2nd St SW
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.
254 2nd St SW 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.
254 2nd St SW goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including gas. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 254 2nd St SW 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.
254 2nd St SW 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 254 2nd St SW 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.

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 254 2nd St SW compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Forest Lake

1-bedroom apartments at 254 2nd St SW cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Forest Lake.

Median rents as of Mar 15 2025.
Forest Lake
A table of studio rental data trends in Forest Lake
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,232
November 2023$1,093
September 2024$1,256
October 2024$1,171
March 2025$1,207

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$42,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,050.
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Schools near 254 2nd St SW

Forest View Elementary School

620 sw 4th st

forest lake, MN, 55025

PK, K-3Public
B-

Forest Lake Elementary School

408 sw 4th st

forest lake, MN, 55025

4-6Public
B

Early Childhood Special Education

943 sw 9th ave

forest lake, MN, 55025

PKPublic
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Getting around Forest Lake near 254 2nd St Sw

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

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

Points of interest for 254 2nd St Sw, Forest Lake

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some 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

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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