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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private balcony
  • Sliding barn door
  • Landscaped patio
  • Triple-pane windows
  • Oversized black-framed windows
  • Comfortable living

Location

3120 E 36th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406, USA|Howe
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Management

Footprint Development LLC

Leasing office

(952) 209-1145

Property Overview

The Argo offers strong value with an 8.3 Zumper expert rating, a perfect price score, and a solid location score, alongside good trustworthiness and amenities. Its notable features include a private balcony, landscaped patio, triple-pane and oversized black-framed windows, sliding barn door, and comfortable living, while the many photos help renters get a clearer sense of the property.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Argo is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Argo has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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Floor plans

Cove2 bed1 bath714 sqft$1,690 /mo1 unit availableThe Cove is your corner retreat — a west-facing, two-bedroom apartment with ample living space and the largest two-bedroom layout at The Argo. Located on floors 2–3, it features a generous living room and kitchen with a central island hightop. The Cove lives up to its name by offering a sense of privacy while being an inviting place to unwind, recharge, and gather while the sun sets over South Minneapolis.
Aspen2 bed1 bath738 sqft$1,710 /mo1 unit availableLocated on the 4th floor, the Aspen is a one-bedroom + loft apartment offering an open, airy layout that frames the Minneapolis skyline and tree canopy right from your Juliette balcony. A spiral staircase leads to the lofted space with a full closet, giving you the freedom to create a second bedroom, private office, or open studio for your creative side. Thoughtful features like built-in entry storage with seating make daily living seamless, while the soaring ceilings make the space feel as inspiring as it is functional.

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Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

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About The Argo

HomeApartments in MinneapolisHowe The Argo

Modern Living, Rooted in Health & Sustainability The Argo is a new kind of apartment community. Just 32 boutique homes, designed for comfort, built for health, and grounded in sustainability. Nestled in the Howe neighborhood, The Argo is intentionally small, smart, and built for people who care about how they live and where. Here, sustainability isn't superficial. It's how we create healthier homes and a stronger community. Passive House Certified Comfortable, Built for Real Life The Argo isn't your typical apartment building and that's the point. Every detail is designed to make your life a little easier and a lot more comfortable. With features like oversized black-framed windows, filtered fresh air, and thoughtfully placed built-ins, each home feels personal and genuinely livable.


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

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 Argo compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 miles away

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Rent trends in Howe

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Argo to be 31% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Howe.

Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Howe
Minneapolis
A table of studio rental data trends in Minneapolis
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,038
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$1,079
February 2026$1,088
March 2026$1,077
April 2026$1,032
May 2026$1,024
June 2026$1,051
July 2026$1,046
August 2026$1,050
September 2026$1,093
A table of studio rental data trends in Howe
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$999
November 2024$1,017
March 2025$1,099
April 2025$1,134
May 2025$1,152
June 2025$1,131
July 2025$1,129
August 2025$1,123
September 2025$1,127
November 2025$1,164
January 2026$1,034
February 2026$1,091

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$68,000/yr

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Schools near The Argo

Howe Elementary School

3733 43rd ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55406

3-5Public
B

Folwell Elementary

3611 20th ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55407

PK, K-5Public
C

Hiawatha Elementary School

4201 42nd ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55406

K-2Public
C+

MPS Metro SJ

932 east 34th st

minneapolis, MN, 55407

K-12Public

Early Childhood Special Education

3320 elliot ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55407

PK, KPublic
B+
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Getting around Minneapolis near 3120 E 36th St

Walking

7/10
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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 3120 E 36th St, Minneapolis

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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