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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Remodeled apartments
  • Elevator
  • Custom cabinetry
  • Heated underground parking
  • Fitness room
  • Open style kitchens

Location

217 Nebraska Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55117, USA|North of Maryland
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(612) 416-2625

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Monday 9:00 am–11:00 am CT

Property Overview

Forest Place Apartments is an exceptionally rated property with an overall Zumper score of 9.6 out of 10, highlighting its impressive array of amenities and prime location, both rated 10 out of 10. Residents can enjoy remodeled apartments equipped with custom cabinetry and fitness facilities, along with convenient features like heated underground parking. The property balances price and value effectively, receiving a rating of 9 out of 10, while also providing pet-friendly options and high-speed internet, making it an appealing choice for renters seeking a vibrant lifestyle.

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

9.6
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Forest Place Apartments is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1E - 1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath836 sqft$1,265 /mo1 unit available
1G - 1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,276 /mo1 unit available
1C - 1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath836 sqft$1,307 /mo1 unit available
2E - 2 Bedroom/2 Bath2 bed2 bath966 sqft$1,500 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Forest Place Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air
Trash IncludedUtilities/Sewer
Water

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKDry Sauna
Monitoring CamerasOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Barbeque/Grill AreaBeautiful Grounds
Exercise RoomGarage Parking
Outdoor Space

Services

On-Site Maintenance

Neighborhood

Beautiful Residential NeighborhoodClose To Bus Line

Other

Community WebsiteHigh Speed Internet in Area
Short Term Lease
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

Dog policy

Allowed 
Limit1
Deposit$350
Fee$150
Monthly Rent$25

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit2
Deposit$350
Fee$150
Monthly Rent$25

We do allow cats and dogs. Please contact the office for more information. Call for details.

Parking

Surface LotContact for Price
Heated underground garage.

Required one-time fees

Security Deposit$500
Building details

Property details

Year built1986
Units63
Lease terms12–13 months
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About Forest Place Apartments

HomeApartments in St. PaulNorth of Maryland Forest Place Apartments

Forest Place Apartments in St. Paul, Minnesota is nestled in the bustling North End neighborhood along the Rice Street corridor, just a short distance from downtown Saint Paul. Just two blocks from the ever-delicious Coffee Cup Cafe and the shops of Rice and Larpenteur, you will find yourself in a desirable location with convenient access to major highways. Forest Place offers twelve unique floor plans for rent including 1 bedroom and 2 bedrooms, all with enclosed three-season porches, you are sure to find yourself right at home. Looking for that extra pizzazz? Many of these extraordinary apartments are completely remodeled, featuring open style kitchens and updated bathrooms with custom cabinetry and gorgeous laminate hardwood flooring. Heated underground parking, elevator, fitness room and outdoor barbecue are just a few of the spectacular amenities you will find. This top-notch, pet friendly apartment community is one not to be missed! Contact us today to schedule a tour.


Year Built: 1986

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.
9.6
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, Forest Place Apartments is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated Forest Place 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.
Forest Place 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·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.
Forest 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·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Forest Place Apartments offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
Forest Place Apartments has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Forest Place Apartments.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
Forest Place Apartments has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Forest Place Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

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 Forest Place Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in North of Maryland

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 21% higher than 1-bedrooms in North of Maryland.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Forest Place Apartments to be 12% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in North of Maryland.

Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
North of Maryland
St. Paul
A table of studio rental data trends in St. Paul
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,096
October 2023$1,116
November 2023$1,092
December 2023$1,088
January 2024$1,092
February 2024$1,015
March 2024$1,077
April 2024$1,052
May 2024$1,061
June 2024$1,058
July 2024$1,089
August 2024$1,104
September 2024$1,099
October 2024$1,061
November 2024$1,107
December 2024$1,129
January 2025$1,117
February 2025$1,075
March 2025$1,101
April 2025$1,109
May 2025$1,108
June 2025$1,114
July 2025$1,091
August 2025$1,102
A table of studio rental data trends in North of Maryland
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$850
July 2024$850

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Forest Place Apartments

Rivereast Program

1055 mackubin

saint paul, MN, 55117

K-12Public

Chelsea Heights Elementary School

1557 huron st

saint paul, MN, 55108

PK, K-5Public
B-

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) - Rondo Education Center

560 concordia ave

saint paul, MN, 55103

PK, KPublic
A-

Bridge View Special Education School

350 colborne st

saint paul, MN, 55102

K-12Public

Early Education Four Seasons

318 moore st

saint paul, MN, 55104

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

North of Maryland | St. Paul, MN

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

Getting around Saint Paul near 217 Nebraska Ave W

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

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

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 217 Nebraska Ave W, Saint Paul

Groceries

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

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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