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Highlights

  • Fully equipped fitness center
  • Off-street parking
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Granite countertops
  • On-site amenities

Location

8201 College Trl, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076, USA
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Management

KOST MGMT LLC

Leasing office

(952) 236-1523

Property Overview

The Commons is a highly rated property with a Zumper expert rating of 8.8, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. It excels in various aspects, including an impressive amenities rating of 10, indicating outstanding features such as a fully equipped fitness center and stainless steel appliances. Additionally, its competitive pricing and excellent location suggest it offers great value and convenience, while the availability of 50 photos enhances transparency for prospective 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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Commons 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

  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

3BR/1.5BA3 bed1.5 bath1,100 sqft$1,700 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to The Commons of Inver Grove. Units are being thoughtfully updated with stylish luxury vinyl flooring, energy-efficient LED lighting, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops, offering a sleek, functional living space. Residents can take advantage of a variety of on-site amenities, including a fully equipped fitness center, a dedicated tech center, a cozy lounge area, and green spaces featuring a designated dog area. Select units are equipped with in-unit laundry machines, and each building includes ground-floor laundry facilities for added convenience. Parking is hassle-free with off-street and guest parking options. Garage spaces, when available, can be rented for a small additional fee. The community is proudly pet-friendly, welcoming both cats and dogs. With close proximity to major highways, technical schools, boutique shops, cafés, restaurants, and vibrant nightlife. With only a limited number of move-in-ready units currently available, now is the perfect opportunity to make this modern, well-connected community your new home. Student residents can choose to rent a private bedroom within a shared unit—featuring shared kitchen, bathrooms, and living space—or lease an entire apartment for personal use.

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Amenities for The Commons

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningEnergy Efficient
Flex SpaceFreezer
Garage Parking AvailableGranite Countertops
LED lightingLuxury Vinyl Flooring
Modern FinishesNewly Renovated Bathroom
Optional Storage UnitSpacious Layout

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
In-Unit A/CIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
Oven/StoveRange
RefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliances
Washer and Dryer

Tech

High Speed Internet Access

Building

Cats OKFitness Center
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingStorage
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

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

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About The Commons

HomeApartments in Inver Grove Heights The Commons

Welcome to The Commons of Inver Grove! This vibrant community offers fully upgraded units featuring new flooring, LED Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Counter tops and more! Residents can take advantage of a variety of on-site amenities, including a fully equipped fitness center, a dedicated tech center, a cozy lounge area, and green spaces featuring grills and a designated dog area. Select units are equipped with in-unit laundry machines, and each building includes ground-floor laundry facilities for added convenience. Parking is hassle-free with off-street and guest parking options. Garage spaces, when available, can be rented for a small additional fee. The community is proudly pet-friendly, welcoming both cats and dogs. With close proximity to major highways, technical schools, boutique shops, cafés, restaurants, and vibrant nightlife. With only a limited number of move-in-ready units currently available, now is the perfect opportunity to make this modern, well-connected community your new home. Student residents and young adults can choose to rent a private bedroom within a shared unit—featuring shared kitchen, bathrooms, and living space—or lease an entire apartment for personal use.


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, The Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Commons 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 The Commons
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.
The Commons 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.
The Commons 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—cats 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.
The Commons 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 The Commons 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.

The Commons is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors

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 The Commons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Inver Grove Heights

3-bedroom apartments at The Commons cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Inver Grove Heights.

Median rents as of Mar 15 2025.
Inver Grove Heights
A table of studio rental data trends in Inver Grove Heights
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,379
April 2024$1,424
May 2024$1,414
June 2024$1,409
July 2024$1,419
August 2024$1,421
September 2024$1,414
October 2024$1,324
November 2024$1,349
December 2024$1,439
January 2025$1,439
February 2025$1,439
March 2025$1,432

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$68,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $68,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,700.
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Schools near The Commons

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2990 80th st e

inver grove heights, MN, 55076

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Pine Bend Elementary School

9875 inver grove tr e

inver grove heights, MN, 55076

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Getting around Inver Grove Heights near 8201 College Trl

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
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 8201 College Trl, Inver Grove Heights

Groceries

2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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