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Highlights

  • Yoga studio
  • Private balconies
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness on demand
  • Tennis court
  • Spacious living room

Location

6401 Camden Ave N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430, USA|Brooklyn Center
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Melrose Gates Apartments

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(952) 666-4682

Property Overview

Melrose Gates is a highly rated community (8.3/10 overall) with strong scores for price, location, amenities, and trustworthiness, indicating excellent value and a well-documented living experience. Residents enjoy convenient access to nearby top-rated schools and a robust amenity package that includes a yoga studio, fitness center with fitness on demand, tennis court, private balconies, and spacious living rooms, all showcased across 29 detailed photos.

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, Melrose Gates is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Melrose Gates 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
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Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom Open Kitchen1 bed1 bath750 sqft$1,239 /mo1 unit availableOur one bedrooms feature private balconies, central air-conditioning, modern wood-style flooring that is beautiful and easy to clean, real granite countertops, and a suite of full-sized stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. Lounge on your large sectional in our spacious living room and soak in the natural light from the glass patio door. The bathrooms feature a full bathtub/shower and your feet will thank you for the cozy carpet in the bedroom!
2 Bed, 1 Bath2 bed1 bath950 sqft$1,469 /mo1 unit available
2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2 bed2 bath1,040 sqft$1,579 /mo1 unit availableOur two bedrooms feature private balconies, central air-conditioning, modern wood-style flooring that is beautiful and easy to clean, real granite countertops, and a suite of full-sized stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. Lounge on your large sectional in our spacious living room and soak in the natural light from the glass patio door. The bathrooms feature a full bathtub/shower and your feet will thank you for the cozy carpet in the bedrooms! Additionally, enjoy a private full bathroom and walk-in closet in the primary bedroom.

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Amenities for Melrose Gates

Building

Cats 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. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Melrose Gates

HomeApartments in Brooklyn CenterBrooklyn Center Melrose Gates

Melrose Gates is a welcoming community with renovated apartments conveniently located off of HWY 694 & 252 (behind the Topgolf Minneapolis). Choose from our 1-2 bedroom apartment layouts that feature real granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, modern wood-style flooring, central air conditioning, private balconies, dishwashers, and more! Additionally, enjoy a multitude of amenities such as a heated indoor swimming pool, fitness center, yoga studio with fitness on demand, tennis court, sand volleyball court, LuxerOne package room, gas grills/picnic tables, garages, and elevators in every building!


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, Melrose Gates is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Melrose Gates 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 Melrose Gates
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.
Melrose Gates 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·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, Melrose Gates 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.
Melrose Gates 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Melrose Gates to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
Melrose Gates 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.

Melrose Gates is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 Melrose Gates compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 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 Brooklyn Center

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% higher than 1-bedrooms in Brooklyn Center.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Melrose Gates to be 4% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Brooklyn Center.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Brooklyn Center
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A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Brooklyn Center
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,221
June 2024$1,220
July 2024$1,106
August 2024$1,024
September 2024$1,066
October 2024$1,027
November 2024$1,038
December 2024$1,029
January 2025$1,044
February 2025$1,036
March 2025$1,131
April 2025$1,125
May 2025$1,100
June 2025$1,097
July 2025$1,100
August 2025$1,096
September 2025$1,100
October 2025$1,127
November 2025$1,128
December 2025$1,156
January 2026$1,164
February 2026$1,209
March 2026$1,195
April 2026$1,235
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Brooklyn Center
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,286
June 2024$1,307
July 2024$1,174
August 2024$1,009
September 2024$1,019
October 2024$1,135
November 2024$1,041
December 2024$1,040
January 2025$1,009
February 2025$1,028
March 2025$1,000
April 2025$1,001
May 2025$1,026
June 2025$1,033
July 2025$1,162
August 2025$1,129
September 2025$1,125
October 2025$1,123
November 2025$1,102
December 2025$1,232
January 2026$1,328
February 2026$1,296
March 2026$1,291
April 2026$1,280

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,560 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,239.
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Schools near Melrose Gates

Brooklyn Center Early Childhood Special Education Age School

1500 59th ave n

brooklyn center, MN, 55430

PKPublic

Early Childhood Special Education

1500 59th ave n

brooklyn center, MN, 55430

PKPublic

Voluntary Prekindergarten School

6085 7th st ne

fridley, MN, 55432

PKPublic

Early Childhood Special Education S

6085 7th st ne

fridley, MN, 55432

PKPublic

Virtual Heights Elementary

1440 49th ave ne

columbia heights, MN, 55421

K-5Public
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Getting around Brooklyn Center near 6401 Camden Ave N

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 6401 Camden Ave N, Brooklyn Center

Groceries

3/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 15-to-20 minute walk.

Shopping

4/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

1/10
The closest café is within a 30-minute walk.

Restaurants

4/10
The closest restaurant is within a 5-minute walk, and there are some other restaurants within walking distance.

Primary schools

4/10
The closest elementary school is within a 15-to-20-minute walk.

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 5-to-10-minute walk.

Parks

9/10
A large park in the area.

Nightlife

2/10
The closest bar is within a 20-minute walk. There are few or no other bars within walking distance.

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