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21-27 West 14th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403, United States|Loring Park
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Property Overview
Kensington Apartments features a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, reflecting its competitive pricing and impressive quality of life amenities, rated 8 out of 10. With an exemplary location score of 9 and significant walkability, residents enjoy close access to public transport, parks, and a vibrant social scene. The property also emphasizes sustainability and transparency, making it a trustworthy option 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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | 212+ sqft | $725–$775 /mo | 5 units available | 2nd month free with a 12 month lease!! |
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Amenities for Kensington Apartments
Building
| Cats 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.
Policies and fees
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 35 |
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About Kensington Apartments
Kensington Apartments is a classic brownstone that was built in 1916 and has 35 single occupancy studio (efficiency) apartments with a shared laundry on the main level. This property is near Loring Park and is walking distance from downtown Minneapolis with theaters, restaurants, bars and near the bus line.
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Kensington Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Kensington Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Kensington Apartments 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, Kensington Apartments 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.
Kensington 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Kensington Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
Kensington Apartments 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.
Kensington Apartments is great 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 Kensington Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Loring Park
studio apartments at Kensington Apartments cost about 12% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Loring Park.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Loring Park
Minneapolis
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,000 |
| January 2024 | $964 |
| February 2024 | $925 |
| March 2024 | $1,016 |
| April 2024 | $1,024 |
| May 2024 | $1,097 |
| June 2024 | $1,041 |
| July 2024 | $1,031 |
| August 2024 | $1,083 |
| September 2024 | $1,070 |
| October 2024 | $1,041 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $828 |
| January 2024 | $825 |
| February 2024 | $800 |
| March 2024 | $829 |
| April 2024 | $832 |
| May 2024 | $856 |
| June 2024 | $832 |
| July 2024 | $870 |
| August 2024 | $891 |
| September 2024 | $874 |
| October 2024 | $949 |
| November 2024 | $923 |
| December 2024 | $872 |
| January 2025 | $834 |
| February 2025 | $849 |
| March 2025 | $857 |
| April 2025 | $891 |
| May 2025 | $910 |
| June 2025 | $849 |
| July 2025 | $849 |
| August 2025 | $871 |
| September 2025 | $881 |
| October 2025 | $884 |
| November 2025 | $832 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 21-27 West 14th Street?
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StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$29,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $29,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $725.
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Schools near Kensington Apartments
River Bend Educational Center
1510 glenwood ave s
minneapolis, MN, 55405
K-12Public
Kenwood Elementary School
2013 penn ave s
minneapolis, MN, 55405
K-5Public
B
Early Childhood Special Education
3320 elliot ave s
minneapolis, MN, 55407
PK, KPublic
B+
MPS Metro SJ
932 east 34th st
minneapolis, MN, 55407
K-12Public
MPS Metro HA
932 e. 34th st.
minneapolis, MN, 55407
K-12Public
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Getting around Minneapolis near 21-27 West 14th Street
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 21-27 West 14th Street, Minneapolis
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
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
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
8/10
Variety of bars within walking distance
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