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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • All utilities included except electric
  • Close to transportation and shopping
  • Cast-iron pedestal sink
  • Cozy studio apartment

Location

1648 Charles Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104, USA|Hamline - Midway
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Management

NCK III, LLC

Leasing office

(612) 296-6866

Property Overview

Charles Flats is a strong option with an 8.3/10 Zumper Expert Rating, reflecting excellent value, standout amenities, and a highly convenient location. It offers hardwood floors, all utilities included except electric, and a cozy studio layout, with close access to transportation and shopping plus sustainability-friendly and walkable surroundings.

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, Charles Flats is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Charles Flats 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
  • High school nearby
  • Central heat

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath300 sqft$795 /mo2 units availableCozy studio apartment close to transportation and shopping. Quiet, secure building. Hardwood floors, natural woodwork and old-world detailing like a speakeasy door and cast-iron pedestal sink. All utilities included except electric.

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Amenities for Charles Flats

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
TrashUtilities Included

Appliances

Cooking GasRange
RefrigeratorStove

Tech

WiFi

Building

Water/Sewer
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One-time. Refundable.

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About Charles Flats

HomeApartments in St. PaulHamline - Midway Charles Flats

Cozy studio apartment close to transportation and shopping. Quiet, secure building. Hardwood floors, natural woodwork and old-world detailing like a speakeasy door and cast-iron pedestal sink. All utilities included except electric.


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, Charles Flats is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Charles Flats 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 Charles Flats
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, Charles Flats is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Hamline - Midway. 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.
Charles Flats 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, 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.
Charles Flats 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 Charles Flats 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.
Charles Flats 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.

Charles Flats is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 14 parks within a mile

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 Charles Flats compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 miles away
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 3.5 miles from public transportation
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.0 miles away
Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.4 miles away
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Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Hamline - Midway

studio apartments at Charles Flats cost about 1% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Hamline - Midway.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Hamline - Midway
St. Paul
A table of studio rental data trends in St. Paul
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,055
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$1,102
August 2026$1,111
September 2026$1,134
October 2026$1,122
A table of studio rental data trends in Hamline - Midway
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$850
November 2024$850
December 2024$846
January 2025$800
March 2025$800
July 2025$795
August 2025$796
September 2025$867
October 2025$865
October 2026$799

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $795.
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Schools near Charles Flats

Hamline Elementary School

1599 englewood ave

saint paul, MN, 55104

PK, K-5Public
C

Early Education Four Seasons

318 moore st

saint paul, MN, 55104

PKPublic

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-

Rivereast Program

1055 mackubin

saint paul, MN, 55117

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Hamline - Midway | St. Paul, MN

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

Getting around Saint Paul near 1648 Charles Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1648 Charles Ave, Saint Paul

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-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

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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Kim's Oriental Market
689 Snelling Ave N
Udo's African Food Store
755 Snelling Ave N
Minnehaha Grocery Store
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Whole Foods Market
1575 Selby Ave

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