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  • Pet Friendly

Location

956 12th St Sw, Forest Lake, MN 55025, USA
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Management

Halverson and Blaiser Group, LTD

Leasing office

(844) 243-9656 ext. 8655

Open 

Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

956 Place Apartments offers large two-bedroom layouts with an exceptional amenities rating of 10/10 and a strong overall expert score of 8.3/10, making it a compelling option for renters. With a competitive price rating of 8/10, a highly convenient 9/10 location, and an 8/10 trustworthiness score supported by 37 detailed photos, it delivers strong value for money in the area. It is also great for pet friendliness, with outdoor spaces and multiple nearby pet services.

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, 956 Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 956 Place Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Small 2 Bedroom 1 Bath2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,259 /mo1 unit available956 Place Apartments Small 2 Bedroom 1 Bath, Forest Lake, MN
Updated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath (sm)2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,259 /mo1 unit available956 Place Apartments renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath, Forest Lake, MN
Large 2 Bedroom 1 Bath2 bed1 bath960 sqft$1,279 /mo1 unit available956 Place Apartments Large 2 Bedroom 1 Bath, Forest Lake, MN

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Amenities for 956 Place Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet
Ceiling FanFreezer
Hardwood FloorLarge Closets
PatioPet Friendly (No Restrictions)
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

OvenRange
RefrigeratorWall Air Conditioning

Tech

Cable/Satellite AvailableHigh-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKElevator
Onsite LaundrySmoke Free Living

Grounds

CourtyardGarage Parking
Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space
Storage

Services

On-Site ManagementSpanish Speaking Staff

Neighborhood

Transportation

Other

Online Maintenance PortalOnline Rent Payment
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

Pet Deposit

Refund Policy: $200.00 refundable deposit. One-time deposit per pet.

$200

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. | Restrictions: None.

$45

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$250

Pet Deposit

Refund Policy: $200.00 refundable deposit. One-time deposit per pet.

$200

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Building details

Property details

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About 956 Place Apartments

HomeApartments in Forest Lake 956 Place Apartments

Find comfort and convenience at 956 Place Apartments. Choose from our inviting two-bedroom or one-bedroom apartments, featuring air conditioning, ceiling fans, large walk-in closets, and private balconies. Enjoy the luxury of garage parking, the ease of on-site laundry, and the charm of hardwood floors. Cats are welcome to join our community.


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, 956 Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 956 Place Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 956 Place Apartments
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 956 Place Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
956 Place Apartments 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.
956 Place 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·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 956 Place Apartments 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 5 highest rated

Super great place. Would recommend. May have older negative reviews but it is awesome now.

Sara Kenwood

Sara Kenwood

Jul 18, 2024

Management has always been very helpful and maintenence requests are always completed shortly after they are put in. The price of the apartments are great and I highly recommend living here.

Ryan McFarlin

Ryan McFarlin

Jul 18, 2024

We’re sharing just 5 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

956 Place Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 956 Place Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Forest Lake

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 956 Place Apartments to be 25% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Forest Lake.

Median rents as of Mar 15 2025.
Forest Lake
A table of studio rental data trends in Forest Lake
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,256
October 2024$1,171
March 2025$1,207

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 956 12th St Sw?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$50,360/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,360 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,259.
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Schools near 956 Place Apartments

Ranger Academy

943 sw 9th ave

forest lake, MN, 55025

K-6Public

Early Childhood Special Education

943 sw 9th ave

forest lake, MN, 55025

PKPublic

Forest View Elementary School

620 sw 4th st

forest lake, MN, 55025

PK, K-3Public
B-

Forest Lake Elementary School

408 sw 4th st

forest lake, MN, 55025

4-6Public
B

North Star Elementary

15198 forest blvd n

hugo, MN, 55038

K-5Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Forest Lake near 956 12th St Sw

Walking

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

Driving

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

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 956 12th St Sw, Forest Lake

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants 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

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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