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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Sundeck
  • Outdoor grilling areas
  • Exceptional amenities
  • Recreation room
  • Modern and well-designed apartment homes

Location

2200 Golden Valley Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55411, USA|Willard-Hay
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Management

Halverson and Blaiser Group, LTD

Leasing office

(651) 677-3410

Open 

Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Penn Avenue Union earns strong marks for value, amenities, and location, with an overall expert rating of 8.8 out of 10 and especially high scores for price and amenities. It features modern apartment homes, a sundeck, outdoor grilling areas, and a recreation room, while also standing out for walkability, nearby transit, parks, and pet-related conveniences.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Penn Avenue Union is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Penn Avenue Union 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
  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

1 Bedroom (60)1 bed1 bath681 sqft$1,181 /mo4 units availablePenn Avenue Union Apartments, 1 Bedroom (60% AMI), Minneapolis, MN
2 Bedroom (50)2 bed1 bath869 sqft$1,175 /mo1 unit availablePenn Avenue Union Apartments, 2 Bedroom (50% AMI), Minneapolis, MN
3 Bedroom (PB)3 bed2 bath1,115 sqft$1,480 /mo1 unit availablePenn Avenue Union Apartments, 3 Bedroom (PB), Minneapolis, MN

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Amenities for Penn Avenue Union

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet
Ceiling FanHardwood Floor
High CeilingHigh Ceilings
ViewWindow Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
Refrigerator

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKElevator
Fitness CenterOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Bike RacksGarage Parking
GateOff-Street Parking

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Package ServiceRecycling

Neighborhood

Transportation
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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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Cat Deposit

One-time. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: $200.00.

$200

Cat Fee

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$250

Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$30

Dog

Dog Deposit

One-time. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: $200.00.

$200

Dog Fee

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$250

Dog Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$45

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Building details

Property details

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About Penn Avenue Union

HomeApartments in MinneapolisWillard-Hay Penn Avenue Union

Welcome to Penn Avenue Union, where comfort, convenience, and community come together. Our modern and well-designed apartment homes offer a range of floor plans to suit different needs. With exceptional amenities like a sundeck, recreation room, and outdoor grilling areas, we cater to your relaxation and socializing needs


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Penn Avenue Union is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Penn Avenue Union 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 Penn Avenue Union
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.
Penn Avenue Union 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·10A 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.
Penn Avenue Union stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Penn Avenue Union 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 Penn Avenue Union 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.
Penn Avenue Union 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.

Penn Avenue Union is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 15 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 Penn Avenue Union compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Willard-Hay

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 25% higher than 1-bedrooms in Willard-Hay.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Penn Avenue Union to be 16% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Willard-Hay.

3-bedroom apartments at Penn Avenue Union cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Willard-Hay.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Willard-Hay
Minneapolis
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Minneapolis
MonthMedian Rent
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
October 2024$859
November 2024$925
December 2024$950
September 2026$945

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 2200 Golden Valley Rd?

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

$47,240/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,240 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,181.
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Schools near Penn Avenue Union

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

MPS Metro HA

932 e. 34th st.

minneapolis, MN, 55407

K-12Public

Justice Alan Page Elementary School

999 nofound st

nofoundcity, MN, 88888

PK, K-5Public
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Getting around Minneapolis near 2200 Golden Valley Rd

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

8/10
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 2200 Golden Valley Rd, Minneapolis

Groceries

6/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

Explore the area around 2200 Golden Valley Rd

Jimmy's Market
1121 12th Ave N
Cub
701 W Broadway Ave
Rogers Market
2007 Glenwood Ave
Solow
3111 Emerson Ave N
So Low Grocery
3111 Emerson Ave N

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