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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dog park
  • Fire pits
  • Modern finishes
  • Landscaped courtyards
  • Pet-friendly community
  • Open layouts

Location

716 Darling Ave, Alexandria, MN 56308, USA
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Management

GC Real Estate Partners

Leasing office

(320) 335-9392 ext. 2

Property Overview

Trailside Apartments earns an overall expert rating of 8.5/10, with especially strong scores for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, making it a compelling option for renters seeking value and convenience. The community supports an active lifestyle with landscaped courtyards, fire pits, modern finishes, and open layouts in a pet-friendly setting, and it stands out for exceptional value per square foot. It’s also marked as great for pet friendliness, with multiple nearby pet supply stores and hospitals, and offers 23 photos to give a clear view of the property.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Trailside Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Trailside 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.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

✨ COWDREY STUDIO AVAILABLE JUNE 2026!Studio1 bath473 sqft$1,069 /mo1 unit available
✨VICTORIA 1 BEDROOM OPENING JUNE 2026!1 bed1 bath784 sqft$1,599 /mo1 unit available
✨DARLING 1 BEDROOM OPENING JUNE 2026!1 bed1 bath997 sqft$1,759 /mo1 unit available
✨GENEVA - INCLUDES GARAGE 1 BEDROOM OPENING JUNE 2026!1 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,849 /mo1 unit available
✨LE HOMME DIEU 2 BEDROOM OPENING JUNE 2026!2 bed2 bath1,128 sqft$1,920 /mo1 unit available
✨CARLOS LOFT OPENING Late Summer 2026!2 bed2 bath1,750 sqft$2,800 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Trailside Apartments

Apartment Amenities

FireplacePlank Flooring
Quartz CountertopUtilities Included
Utilities Not Included

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Stainless Steel AppliancesWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs 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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Trailside Apartments

Home Trailside Apartments

Welcome to a fresh chapter of comfortable, connected living in beautiful Alexandria. This brand-new 55+ apartment community offers thoughtfully designed homes just moments from the scenic shores of Lake Agnes—where peaceful lake views, walkable streets, and a vibrant small-town atmosphere come together. Choose from stylish studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments designed with modern finishes, open layouts, and easy accessibility. Residents can gather with neighbors at the coffee bar and community kitchen, stay active in the upscale fitness center, or unwind in inviting indoor and outdoor community spaces. Enjoy relaxing evenings at the fire pits, practice your short game on the putting green, or socialize under the pergola in beautifully landscaped courtyards. This pet-friendly community also features a dedicated dog park and pet-washing station, making it easy for four-legged companions to feel at home too. With highly walkable surroundings and bike-friendly access, residents can explore the nearby lake, parks, shops, and dining that make Alexandria such a special place to live. Designed for comfort, community, and connection, this new 55+ residence offers the perfect balance of independence, convenience, and lakeside charm—all in one welcoming neighborhood near Lake Agnes. Fees & Deposit Information: Application Fees- $45 per person Admin Fee- $100 Deposit-$500 Utilities: Utilities paid by Landlord: Utilities not included Utilities Paid by Resident: All utilities not provided by Landlord. $3.95/month Utility Admin Fee. Renter's Insurance: Renter's Insurance is Required, with minimum $100,000 liability coverage. If valid insurance is not provided and kept updated with management, household will be enrolled in Liability Coverage for an additional monthly fee for $15.00.


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 Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Trailside Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Trailside 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.
How we rated Trailside Apartments
Price·9A 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.
Trailside Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Trailside Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Trailside 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.
Trailside 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 Trailside Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

Trailside Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

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 Trailside Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 775 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 799 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 793 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Alexandria

Studio apartments at Trailside Apartments cost about 14% more than the average rent price for studios in Alexandria.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 51% higher than 1-bedrooms in Alexandria.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Trailside Apartments to be 69% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Alexandria.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Alexandria
A table of studio rental data trends in Alexandria
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$822
June 2024$711
July 2024$686
August 2024$812
September 2024$876
October 2024$780
November 2024$760
December 2024$818
January 2025$822
February 2025$631
March 2025$625
April 2025$737
May 2025$850
June 2025$928
July 2025$941
August 2025$628
September 2025$625
October 2025$625
November 2025$625
December 2025$637
January 2026$667
February 2026$753
March 2026$790
April 2026$911
May 2026$943

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$42,760/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,760 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,069.
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Schools near Trailside Apartments

Early Education Center

1410 mckay ave s ste #102

alexandria, MN, 56308

PKPublic

Voyager Elementary School

203 voyager dr

alexandria, MN, 56308

K-5Public
B+
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Getting around Alexandria near 716 Darling Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Points of interest for 716 Darling Ave, Alexandria

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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