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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Large windows
  • Shared laundry
  • On-street parking
  • Pet-friendly
  • Open spaces

Location

208 Piedmont Ave, Duluth, MN 55806, USA|Observation Hill
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Management

Heirloom Property Management

Leasing office

(218) 390-4317

Property Overview

208 Piedmont Ave offers strong overall value with an 8.5 rating, combining excellent price, amenities, and location scores with solid trustworthiness. It features hardwood floors, large windows, shared laundry, on-street parking, pet-friendly access, and open spaces, and it stands out for value per square foot plus convenient pet-related nearby services and outdoor space.

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, 208 Piedmont Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 208 Piedmont Ave 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
  • Dishwasher
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,050 sqft$1,300 /mo1 unit availableThis two-bedroom lower apartment is located near the up & coming Lincoln Park Craft District! This apartment features hardwood floors and open spaces. Large windows let in plenty of natural sunlight that accents this home's charm. Enjoy shared laundry in the basement and the included lawn & snow care. Parking is on-street and the home is Pet-Friendly! Setup a your tour today! Resident Responsible Utilities: Electric, Gas, Ratio Water/Sewer, Garbage/Recycling (Monthly amount + $5 admin fee per ratio billed utility) Resident Benefits Package: $39/mo. Additional monthly rent $25+ based on Pet Screening Score Lease Signing Fee - $99

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Amenities for 208 Piedmont Ave

Apartment Amenities

Front PorchHardwood Floor

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOutdoor Space

Other

Garbage Service BillingLawn and Snow Care Included
Resident Pays Natural Gas DirectResident Pays Ratio Water & Sewer
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

Units2

About 208 Piedmont Ave

HomeApartments in DuluthObservation Hill 208 Piedmont Ave

This two-bedroom lower apartment is located near the up & coming Lincoln Park Craft District! This apartment features hardwood floors and open spaces. Large windows let in plenty of natural sunlight that accents this home's charm. Enjoy shared laundry in the basement and the included lawn & snow care. Parking is on-street and the home is Pet-Friendly! Setup a your tour today! Resident Responsible Utilities: Electric, Gas, Ratio Water/Sewer, Garbage/Recycling (Monthly amount + $5 admin fee per ratio billed utility) Resident Benefits Package: $39/mo. Additional monthly rent $25+ based on Pet Screening Score Lease Signing Fee - $99


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, 208 Piedmont Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 208 Piedmont Ave 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 208 Piedmont Ave
Price·10A 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.
208 Piedmont Ave offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
208 Piedmont Ave 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, 208 Piedmont Ave 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.
208 Piedmont Ave 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 208 Piedmont Ave 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.
208 Piedmont Ave 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.

208 Piedmont Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 dog park within 1 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 208 Piedmont Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 236 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1.7 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Observation Hill

2-bedroom apartments at 208 Piedmont Ave cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Observation Hill.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Observation Hill
Duluth
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Duluth
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,254
December 2024$1,305
January 2025$1,287
February 2025$1,284
March 2025$1,265
April 2025$1,274
May 2025$1,257
June 2025$1,318
July 2025$1,271
August 2025$1,284
September 2025$1,269
October 2025$1,275
November 2025$1,292
December 2025$1,290
January 2026$1,272
February 2026$1,258
March 2026$1,200
April 2026$1,196
May 2026$1,273
June 2026$1,259
July 2026$1,212
August 2026$1,255
September 2026$1,270
October 2026$1,376
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Observation Hill
MonthMedian Rent
April 2026$1,087
May 2026$1,100
June 2026$1,021
July 2026$1,095

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$52,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,300.
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Schools near 208 Piedmont Ave

Early Childhood Special Education

4316 rice lake rd

duluth, MN, 55811

PKPublic

Merritt Creek Academy

4000 w 9th st

duluth, MN, 55807

K-12Public

Piedmont Elementary School

2827 chambersburg ave

duluth, MN, 55811

PK, K-5Public
B-

Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion

2000 rice lake rd

duluth, MN, 55811

K-5Public
B

Chester Creek Academy

714 1/2 w college st

duluth, MN, 55811

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Observation Hill | Duluth, MN

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

Getting around Duluth near 208 Piedmont Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 208 Piedmont Ave, Duluth

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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