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Highlights

  • Conveniently located
  • Private entrance
  • Ample closet space
  • Updated kitchen
  • Gorgeous wood floors
  • One off-street parking

Location

2603 Golden Valley Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55411, USA|Willard-Hay
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Management

Minnesota Apartments LLC

Leasing office

(612) 662-8880

Property Overview

Golden Valley Apartments offers strong value for money, with an 8/10 overall Zumper rating and solid marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Notable features include a convenient location, private entrance, ample closet space, an updated kitchen, gorgeous wood floors, and one off-street parking space.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Golden Valley Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Golden Valley Apartments 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

Floor plans

1BR/1BA1 bed1 bath750 sqft$945 /mo1 unit availableView Virtual Tour Here: https my matterport com show ?m=jfRzCuhQQ5d This charming one bedroom in Willard-Hay Minneapolis features gorgeous wood floors, an updated kitchen, and ample closet space. It has a private entrance and one off-street parking right in front of your apartment's door. The community offers shared laundry units. This building is located within walking distance of the biggest park in the twin cities, the Theodore Wirth Regional Park! Take a stroll to the park to relax and enjoy the day with nature. Highway 94 is close by to get you anywhere you need to be, and there are several fantastic restaurants just a short walk away! Smoke-Free and Pet-Free Building Equal Housing Opportunity. Additional Monthly Fees: $125 - Trash, Water, Gas, Domestic Hot Water Utilities Xcel Energy - Electricity in Tenant Name Other Fees: $50 - Application Fee $945 - Security Deposit $125 - Move-In Admin Fee Professionally listed & managed by Minnesota Apartments, LLC www MNAPTS com

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Amenities for Golden Valley Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Private Entrance

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Other

No UtilitiesShared In-building Laundry
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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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units8
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About Golden Valley Apartments

HomeApartments in MinneapolisWillard-Hay Golden Valley Apartments

Golden Valley Apartments feature one-bedroom apartments all with their own private entrance. The building conveniently located and not too far away from downtown Minneapolis. It is within walking distance of the biggest park in the cities - Theodore Wirth Reginal Park! Take a stroll to the park to relax and enjoy the day with nature. Highway 94 is also close by to get you anywhere you need to be. North Common Water Park is down the road, enjoy a great day at the water park on a hot summer day to cool down. Schedule a tour today!


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, Golden Valley Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Golden Valley Apartments 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 Golden Valley Apartments
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, Golden Valley Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Willard-Hay. 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.
Golden Valley Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including off-street parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Golden Valley Apartments 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.
Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley 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·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 Golden Valley Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Willard-Hay

1-bedroom apartments at Golden Valley Apartments cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Willard-Hay.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Willard-Hay
Minneapolis
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Minneapolis
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,340
October 2024$1,294
November 2024$1,305
December 2024$1,324
January 2025$1,311
February 2025$1,293
March 2025$1,303
April 2025$1,277
May 2025$1,256
June 2025$1,278
July 2025$1,254
August 2025$1,288
September 2025$1,300
October 2025$1,312
November 2025$1,324
December 2025$1,350
January 2026$1,346
February 2026$1,342
March 2026$1,374
April 2026$1,359
May 2026$1,300
June 2026$1,282
July 2026$1,265
August 2026$1,285
September 2026$1,299
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Willard-Hay
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$888
October 2024$859
November 2024$925
December 2024$950

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$37,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $37,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $945.
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Schools near Golden Valley Apartments

MPS Online K-5

1250 west broadway ave

minneapolis, MN, 55411

K-5Public
C+

Bethune Elementary School

919 emerson ave n

minneapolis, MN, 55411

PK, K-5Public
C

River Bend Educational Center

1510 glenwood ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55405

K-12Public

Justice Alan Page Elementary School

999 nofound st

nofoundcity, MN, 88888

PK, K-5Public

MPS Metro HA

932 e. 34th st.

minneapolis, MN, 55407

K-12Public
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Getting around Minneapolis near 2603 Golden Valley Rd

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 2603 Golden Valley Rd, Minneapolis

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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