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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Granite countertops
  • Club room
  • Gas grills
  • Underground heated parking

Location

400 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102, USA|Summit - University
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The Blair Apartments

Leasing office

(612) 662-6414

Property Overview

The Blair is a highly rated community with an overall expert score of 8.3/10, offering exceptional value, amenities, and location, all supported by a transparent and detailed listing. Residents can enjoy premium touches like stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a rooftop terrace, club room, gas grills, and underground heated parking, with extensive photos that clearly show what’s offered. It’s also well-suited to pet owners, with nearby dog parks, pet services, and on-site outdoor spaces.

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

  • More space
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  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Virginia - 1BR 1B1 bed1 bath825 sqft$1,735–$1,745 /mo2 units availableThe Virginia is a beautifully renovated and spacious 1BR, 2 B. Balcony overlooks our beautiful rooftop terrace. Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances complete the large kitchen. Non-optional fees include; Waste Removal $15 per month Water/Sewer $10-19 per person Utility Admin Fee $3.75 per month Move in Admin Fee $150-One time fee https player vimeo com progressive_redirect playback 854015329 rendition 1080p file mp4?loc=external&signature=0125482a853e5b6f8f366e92e182eead2e79c3fb4c9fccae061105b82deacbe4
Dayton - 2BR 2B2 bed2 bath1,055 sqft$2,145 /mo4 units availableThe Dayton is a beautifully renovated and spacious 2BR, 2 B. Expansive bay windows allow for ample natural light. Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances complete the large kitchen. Non-optional fees include; Waste Removal $15 per month Water/Sewer $10-19 per person Utility Admin Fee $3.75 per month Move in Admin Fee $150-One time fee https player vimeo com progressive_redirect playback 854015172 rendition 1080p file mp4?loc=external&signature=37bae88f1162ecd6ff6f0582073de71a098a0d1484de7a93e369d54ff2e69bf0

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Amenities for The Blair

Apartment Amenities

BalconyBay Windows
Granite Countertops

Appliances

Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKClubroom
Controlled EntranceDogs OK
Underground Heated Garage

Grounds

Garage ParkingRooftop Terrace
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

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About The Blair

HomeApartments in St. PaulSummit - University The Blair

The Blair Boutique Apartments is located on Selby Avenue between Western Avenue and Dale Avenue in the historic Cathedral Hill area of St. Paul. The vibrant neighborhood has a mixture of restaurants, local businesses, and beautifully refurbished Victorian homes. Our Cathedral Hill, St. Paul apartments offer spacious one and two-bedroom units in a secured access building with underground heated parking. Each apartment has its own air conditioner and heating system, a rare find in the historic area. Residents enjoy use of the Club Room and large Rooftop Terrace with gas grills that are perfect for entertaining. Non-optional fees include; Waste Removal $15 per month Water/Sewer $10-19 per person Utility Admin Fee $3.75 per month Move in Admin Fee $150-One time fee


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 Blair is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Blair 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 Blair
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 Blair 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 Blair 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, The Blair 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 Blair 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 Blair does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

We absolutely love living at The Blair! It is a clean, friendly, and welcoming community. Michelle and the maintenance team make an effort to get to know you and have been an amazing help whenever we need it. Michelle goes above and beyond by letting out our puppy on days that we are gone for long hours. We are so happy with our choice of apartments!

Megan Aanonsen

Megan Aanonsen

Oct 11, 2024

The Blair Boutique Apartment's are absolutely remarkable im historic ole St.Paul--- very spacious, secured access, and it's a plus during those cold winter days....underground heated parking!! Five star affordable housing. Michelle is so essy to work with-- the whole team is friendly. The best part is it's a pet friendly community!!!

Ashley Rutledge

Ashley Rutledge

Oct 15, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

The Blair is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

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 Blair compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 204 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Summit - University

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 30% higher than 1-bedrooms in Summit - University.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Blair to be 44% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Summit - University.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Summit - University
St. Paul
A table of studio rental data trends in St. Paul
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,068
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$1,117
April 2026$1,128
May 2026$1,118
A table of studio rental data trends in Summit - University
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$928
July 2024$942
August 2024$921
September 2024$944
October 2024$925
November 2024$1,019
December 2024$951
January 2025$942
February 2025$869
March 2025$988
April 2025$1,156
May 2025$995
June 2025$1,080
July 2025$951
August 2025$926
September 2025$965
October 2025$932
November 2025$937
December 2025$955
January 2026$931
February 2026$1,005
March 2026$969
April 2026$975
May 2026$989

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$69,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $69,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,735.
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Schools near The Blair

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) - Rondo Education Center

560 concordia ave

saint paul, MN, 55103

PK, KPublic
A-

Saint Paul Online Elementary School

360 colborne st

saint paul, MN, 55102

K-5Public
C

Bridge View Special Education School

350 colborne st

saint paul, MN, 55102

K-12Public

Wilder Child Development Center

911 lafond ave

st paul, MN, 55104

PKPublic

Rivereast Program

1055 mackubin

saint paul, MN, 55117

K-12Public
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Getting around Saint Paul near 400 Selby Ave

Walking

8/10
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.

Cycling

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 400 Selby Ave, Saint Paul

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 400 Selby Ave

Food Alliance
400 Selby Ave
Western Grocery Inc
360 University Ave W
Ha Tien Grocery Store
353 University Ave W
Wung Lee Supermarket
347 University Ave W
Sun Foods
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