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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Full-size washer and dryer
  • In-unit laundry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Modern finishes
  • Ample closet space

Location

1200 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55405, USA|Lowry Hill
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Management

KOST MGMT LLC

Leasing office

(612) 260-4343

Property Overview

The Gables is a highly rated community with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3/10 and standout 9/10 scores for price, amenities, and location, offering strong value and convenience. Residents can enjoy modern finishes such as hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, in-unit laundry with full-size washer and dryer, and ample closet space, supported by a detailed, transparent property description. With strong pet-friendly attributes and a vibrant social scene—highlighted by multiple nearby pet services, walkable areas, transit access, and 193 restaurants within a mile—this property is well-rounded for many lifestyles.

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, The Gables is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Gables 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

The Gables-2-1-9692 bed1 bath969 sqft$1,600 /mo1 unit availableStep into this newly renovated 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in the heart of Minneapolis. With modern finishes, unique accent window details, and a warm, inviting layout, this space blends charm and style in all the right ways. Each unit features a full-size washer and dryer, and residents enjoy secure entry, a convenient bike rack, and a pet-friendly policy that welcomes your furry friends. Located at 1200 W Franklin, you're just minutes from local shops, cafes, and everything Uptown and Whittier have to offer.

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Amenities for The Gables

Apartment Amenities

Luxury Vinyl FlooringNew Lighting
Newly Renovated Bathroom

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units17
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About The Gables

HomeApartments in MinneapolisLowry Hill The Gables

Over the past 2 years The Gables (1200 Franklin) has been restored with modern finishes and appliances while retaining its charm from decades past. In every apartment you will find central air and heat, hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, stainless steel appliances (including a dishwasher), gas stoves, custom windows and millwork and ample closet space. Located just off Hennepin Avenue, The Gables gives you walking access to restaurants, grocery, gas stations, and the Lakes! Some of our neighborhood favorites are Lowry Hill Meats(get the breakfast sandwich!), Café Meow, Spyhouse Coffee, Isles Bunn, Nico’s Tacos, Namaste Café, and the Uptown Diner! The Gables is an apartment community located in Hennepin County and the 55405 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Minneapolis Public School Dist. attendance zone.


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, The Gables is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Gables 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 The Gables
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.
The Gables 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·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.
The Gables goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Gables 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.
The Gables 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 The Gables does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
The Gables 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.

The Gables is great for:

Pet owners

  • 6 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • 193 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this 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 The Gables compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 70 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Lowry Hill

2-bedroom apartments at The Gables cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Lowry Hill.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Lowry Hill
Minneapolis
A table of studio rental data trends in Minneapolis
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,097
June 2024$1,041
July 2024$1,031
August 2024$1,083
September 2024$1,070
October 2024$1,041
November 2024$1,025
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Lowry Hill
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$865
June 2024$865
July 2024$875
August 2024$891
September 2024$895
December 2024$875
January 2025$906
February 2025$928
March 2025$895
April 2025$892
May 2025$895
June 2025$894
July 2025$894
September 2025$895
October 2025$875
November 2025$895
December 2025$899
February 2026$895
March 2026$906
April 2026$917

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Schools near The Gables

Kenwood Elementary School

2013 penn ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55405

K-5Public
B

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

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
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Neighborhood

Lowry Hill | Minneapolis, MN

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

Getting around Minneapolis near 1200 W Franklin Ave

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

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

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1200 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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