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2896 James Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408, USA|Uptown
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Property Overview
2896 James - The Belvedere Apts is rated highly overall, with standout marks for price, location, amenities, and trustworthiness, suggesting strong value and a well-presented rental option. It also offers neighborhood amenities and is noted as great for social life, with walkable surroundings, transit options, diverse age groups nearby, and many restaurants within a mile.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
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Social life
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| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | $950 /mo | 1 unit available | Unit 103 at The Belvedere Apartments offers a well-designed studio layout in a convenient Minneapolis location. The apartment provides a comfortable living space within a classic residential building, making it a practical choice for anyone seeking a simple and well-located home. Located near Uptown, residents have convenient access to restaurants, shopping, public transportation, parks, and other neighborhood amenities. 2896 James Avenue S, Unit 103 Minneapolis, MN 55408 Schedule a tour today. Call Rental Minnesota at (651) 441-0333. Send us a message: https rentalminnesota com contact |
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About 2896 James - The Belvedere Apts
Unit 103 at The Belvedere Apartments offers a well-designed studio layout in a convenient Minneapolis location. The apartment provides a comfortable living space within a classic residential building, making it a practical choice for anyone seeking a simple and well-located home. Located near Uptown, residents have convenient access to restaurants, shopping, public transportation, parks, and other neighborhood amenities. 2896 James Avenue S, Unit 103 Minneapolis, MN 55408 Schedule a tour today. Call Rental Minnesota at (651) 441-0333. Send us a message: https rentalminnesota com contact
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.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 2896 James - The Belvedere Apts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2896 James - The Belvedere Apts 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.
2896 James - The Belvedere Apts 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, 2896 James - The Belvedere Apts 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.
2896 James - The Belvedere Apts 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 2896 James - The Belvedere Apts does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
2896 James - The Belvedere Apts 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 2896 James - The Belvedere Apts compares to other nearby properties.
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 4.5 miles from public transportation
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.1 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.5 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Uptown
studio apartments at 2896 James - The Belvedere Apts cost about the same as the average rent price for studio apartments in Uptown.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Uptown
Minneapolis
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,024 |
| 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 |
| October 2026 | $1,094 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,060 |
| December 2024 | $1,204 |
| January 2025 | $1,221 |
| February 2025 | $1,238 |
| March 2025 | $1,003 |
| April 2025 | $925 |
| May 2025 | $929 |
| June 2025 | $936 |
| July 2025 | $998 |
| August 2025 | $926 |
| September 2025 | $897 |
| October 2025 | $875 |
| November 2025 | $922 |
| December 2025 | $962 |
| January 2026 | $1,038 |
| February 2026 | $1,119 |
| March 2026 | $1,057 |
| April 2026 | $981 |
| May 2026 | $957 |
| June 2026 | $896 |
| July 2026 | $971 |
| August 2026 | $1,031 |
| September 2026 | $1,035 |
| October 2026 | $950 |
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Can I afford to live at 2896 James Ave S?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$38,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near 2896 James - The Belvedere Apts
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
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
Getting around Minneapolis near 2896 James Ave S
Walking
8/10
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
9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 2896 James Ave S, Minneapolis
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
9/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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