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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious rooms
  • Thoughtfully designed layouts
  • Convenient amenities

Location

188 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55405, USA|North Loop
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Management

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc.

Leasing office

(844) 294-7576 ext. 8630

Open 

9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Shelby Commons offers spacious rooms, thoughtfully designed layouts, and convenient amenities, with an expert rating of 8.3 out of 10 and especially strong marks for price and location. It stands out for value, plentiful nearby restaurants, museums, mixed-use spaces, parks, and walkability, along with accessible public transit and plenty of photos that help renters preview 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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Shelby Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Shelby 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

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1 Bdrm1 bed1 bath691 sqft$1,038 /mo1 unit available
2 Bdrm2 bed1 bath951 sqft$1,289–$1,751 /mo3 units available
3 Bdrm3 bed2 bath1,157 sqft$727–$2,023 /mo

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Amenities for Shelby Commons

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.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

No pet is permitted if the anticipated weight at maturity exceeds 25 pounds. Puppies of large-breed dogs will NOT be permitted as they are anticipated to exceed the 25-pound limit. The Resident is only allowed two (2) pets per unit. When allowed pets other than a cat or dog must be kept in a cage in the unit. These pets are NOT ALLOWED under any circumstances: snakes, spiders, ferrets, pot belly pigs, or other reptiles.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Terms

2 cats max.

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

Dog

Pet Terms

2 dogs max.

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

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Building details

Property details

Units46
Lease terms12 months
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About Shelby Commons

HomeApartments in MinneapolisNorth Loop Shelby Commons

Our 1-, 2-& 3-bedroom apartments at Shelby Commons in Minneapolis, Minnesota, have it all – from thoughtfully designed layouts to spacious rooms and convenient amenities. Our location in Minneapolis puts you in proximity to the schools, shopping, parks, and businesses that matter most to you.


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

Shelby Commons is great for:

Social life

  • 427 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 171 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 517 mixed-use spaces nearby

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 95 parks within a mile

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 Shelby Commons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 91 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in North Loop

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 33% lower than 1-bedrooms in North Loop.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Shelby Commons to be 44% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in North Loop.

3-bedroom apartments at Shelby Commons cost about 77% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in North Loop.

Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
North Loop
Minneapolis
A table of studio rental data trends in Minneapolis
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,033
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
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
A table of studio rental data trends in North Loop
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,564
August 2024$1,471
September 2024$1,463
October 2024$1,389
November 2024$1,408
January 2025$1,615
March 2025$1,642
April 2025$925
May 2025$925
June 2025$1,009
July 2025$925
August 2025$1,116
September 2025$1,088
October 2025$1,106
November 2025$1,050
December 2025$1,165
January 2026$1,050
February 2026$1,042
March 2026$999

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 188 Glenwood Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$41,520/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $41,520 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,038.
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Schools near Shelby Commons

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 Online K-5

1250 west broadway ave

minneapolis, MN, 55411

K-5Public
C+

Webster Elementary School

425 5th st ne

minneapolis, MN, 55413

PK, K-5Public
C+

MPS Metro HA

932 e. 34th st.

minneapolis, MN, 55407

K-12Public
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Getting around Minneapolis near 188 Glenwood Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

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

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 188 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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