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1648 Charles Avenue, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55104, United States|Hamline - Midway
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Property Overview
Charles Flats is highly rated with an overall score of 8.2, showcasing its strong price, amenities, and location ratings of 8 and 9, respectively. The property features convenient on-site laundry and storage, underscoring its appeal. Additionally, it ranks in the 84.62 percentile for value, fostering an environment-friendly community with ample parks and social opportunities nearby.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- High school nearby
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | 300 sqft | $795 /mo | 1 unit available | Charming studio convenient to everything. Walk to shopping, restaurants and music venues like the Turf Club. One block from the Green Line. Easy transport to either downtown, Rosedale, Mall of America, the Airport, Uptown, Highland Park. Close to U of M, Hamline, Concordia, Macalester, St. Thomas,. Quiet, secure building, laundry and storage on site. Classic details. |
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Amenities for Charles Flats
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heating |
| Trash |
Appliances
| Cooking Gas |
Tech
| WiFi |
Building
| Water/Sewer |
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 19 |
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About Charles Flats
Charming studio convenient to everything. Walk to shopping, restaurants and music venues like the Turf Club. One block from the Green Line. Easy transport to either downtown, Rosedale, Mall of America, the Airport, Uptown, Highland Park. Close to U of M, Hamline, Concordia, Macalester, St. Thomas,. Quiet, secure building, laundry and storage on site. Classic details.
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.
8.2
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.2 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.
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·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.
Charles Flats goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Charles Flats 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.
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:
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 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Hamline - Midway
studio apartments at Charles Flats cost about 8% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Hamline - Midway.
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Hamline - Midway
St. Paul
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,086 |
| 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 |
| 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 | $1,121 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $795 |
| April 2024 | $795 |
| June 2024 | $950 |
| July 2024 | $950 |
| August 2024 | $876 |
| September 2024 | $813 |
| 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 |
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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 Avenue
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 Avenue, 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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