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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Dishwashers
  • Garage available for rent
  • Remodeled kitchens

Location

1849 Portland Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104, USA|Merriam Park West
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Management

MOJO Rentals

Leasing office

(612) 250-5775

Property Overview

6-1849 offers strong value and a well-rounded living experience, with a competitive price, excellent amenities, and a highly rated location and quality level. Notable features include hardwood floors, dishwashers, remodeled kitchens, and garage availability for rent, while nearby pet care resources and strong value-for-money metrics add to its appeal.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 6-1849 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6-1849 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
  • More space
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/2.0BA1 bed2 bath925 sqft$575 /mo1 unit availableSingle Furnished Private Secure Bedrooms within a suite. CHEAP. EASY. Blocks to MAC.
3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath925 sqft$1,750–$1,795 /mo2 units availableGorgeous, 3 BR Apartments in a beautiful Brownstone with hardwood floors, built in woodwork, remodeled kitchens, dishwashers, Garage available for rent for a smaller car. A quiet building with awesome residents. Scheduled a showing today!

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Amenities for 6-1849

Appliances

DishwasherOven
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Services

Recycling
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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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

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About 6-1849

HomeApartments in St. PaulMerriam Park West 6-1849

Gorgeous, 3 BR Apartments in a beautiful Brownstone with hardwood floors, built in woodwork, remodeled kitchens, dishwashers, Garage available for rent for a smaller car. A quiet building with awesome residents. Scheduled a showing today!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 6-1849 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6-1849 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 6-1849
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, 6-1849 is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Merriam Park West. 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·9A 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.
6-1849 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 6-1849 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
6-1849 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·9A 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.
6-1849 has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
6-1849 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.

6-1849 is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals 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 6-1849 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 300 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Merriam Park West

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 48% lower than 1-bedrooms in Merriam Park West.

3-bedroom apartments at 6-1849 cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Merriam Park West.

Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
Merriam Park West
St. Paul
A table of studio rental data trends in St. Paul
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,095
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
September 2025$1,099
October 2025$1,096
November 2025$1,094
December 2025$1,129
January 2026$1,128
February 2026$1,143
March 2026$1,117
April 2026$1,128
May 2026$1,118
June 2026$1,106
July 2026$1,100
A table of studio rental data trends in Merriam Park West
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$932
March 2025$899
April 2025$899
May 2025$950
June 2025$929
July 2025$908
November 2025$889
December 2025$889
January 2026$889
February 2026$906
March 2026$919

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$23,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $23,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $575.
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Schools near 6-1849

Early Education Four Seasons

318 moore st

saint paul, MN, 55104

PKPublic

Groveland Park Elementary School

2045 st clair ave

saint paul, MN, 55105

PK, K-5Public
B

Wilder Child Development Center

911 lafond ave

st paul, MN, 55104

PKPublic

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
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Neighborhood

Merriam Park West | St. Paul, MN

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

Getting around Saint Paul near 1849 Portland Ave

Walking

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

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 1849 Portland Ave, Saint Paul

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
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

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

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 1849 Portland Ave

Whole Foods Market
1575 Selby Ave
Widmer's Super Market
1936 Saint Clair Ave
Golden Fig LLC
790 Grand Ave
Addis Market
1569 Sherburne Ave
Kowalski's Markets
1261 Grand Ave

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