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Highlights

  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Spacious units
  • Large balconies or walk-out patios
  • Detached garages
  • Quiet apartment community
  • Large entertaining areas

Location

951 Ensley Ave, Northfield, MN 55057, USA
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Management

MBG Property Management

Leasing office

(844) 432-0208 ext. 9066

Open today 

9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Summerfield Apartments offers a strong overall rental experience, with an 8.2 Zumper Expert Rating supported by excellent amenities, a highly convenient location, and good value for the price. It features on-site laundry, spacious units, large balconies or walk-out patios, detached garages, and quiet surroundings, while also standing out for pet friendliness, outdoor spaces, and nearby pet services.

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

8.2
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Summerfield Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Summerfield Apartments 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
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

One Bedroom A1 bed1 bath700 sqft$1,100 /mo2 units available
Two Bedroom B2 bed1 bath950 sqft$1,139–$1,300 /mo4 units available

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Amenities for Summerfield Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Ceiling FanPatio
Window Blinds

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingOutdoor Space
Playground

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceOn-Site Management
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Additional Security Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Additional Security Deposit.

Usage Based

Community Protection Program

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Community Protection Program.

$11

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Cat Deposit

One-time. 1 cat max. Refund Policy: $300.00.

$300

Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$35

Pet

Pet Deposit

One-time. 2 pets max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$300

Pet Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$35

SITUATIONAL FEES

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Building details

Property details

Units112
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About Summerfield Apartments

HomeApartments in Northfield Summerfield Apartments

The community offers an affordable and wide range of apartment layouts, with studios, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom and 3-bedroom units. Summerfield Apartments is a quiet apartment community, offering spacious units with detached garages available, air conditioners, large balconies or walk-out patios, large entertaining areas, and more. Laundry facilities are conveniently located on site and there is also a large new playground.


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 Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Summerfield Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Summerfield Apartments 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 Summerfield Apartments
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, Summerfield Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. 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.
Summerfield Apartments 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—cats allowed—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.
Summerfield Apartments 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 Summerfield Apartments 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.
Summerfield Apartments 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 5 highest rated

The current manager Tiffany is awesome, very approachable, and easy to work w/. The tenants in 1020 building are quiet and good neighbors.

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

Feb 27, 2017

The current manager Caitlin, and Maintenance crew that I've met do the best they can to keep up with property maintenance.

Bryan Cox

Bryan Cox

Oct 09, 2024

We’re sharing just 5 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Summerfield Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 Summerfield Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Northfield

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 8% lower than 1-bedrooms in Northfield.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Summerfield Apartments to be 25% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Northfield.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Northfield
A table of studio rental data trends in Northfield
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,000
October 2024$1,015
November 2024$1,030
December 2024$1,000
January 2025$1,000
February 2025$1,086
March 2025$1,105
April 2025$1,240
May 2025$1,269
June 2025$1,285
July 2025$1,300
August 2025$1,266
September 2025$1,209
October 2025$1,288
November 2025$1,271
December 2025$1,188
January 2026$1,109
February 2026$1,131
March 2026$1,000
April 2026$990
May 2026$1,092
June 2026$1,101
July 2026$1,008
August 2026$1,227
September 2026$1,300

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$44,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,100.
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Schools near Summerfield Apartments

Northfield Community Education Center

700 lincoln parkway

northfield, MN, 55057

PKPublic

Greenvale Park Elementary School

500 lincoln pkwy

northfield, MN, 55057

K-5Public
A-

Northfield Portage Elementary

201 orchard st s

northfield, MN, 55057

K-5Public

Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf

615 olof hanson dr

faribault, MN, 55021

PK, K-12Public

McKinley Pre-K

930 4th ave nw

faribault, MN, 55021

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Northfield near 951 Ensley Ave

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Points of interest for 951 Ensley Ave, Northfield

Groceries

4/10
Some groceries within a short drive

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within a short drive

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

4/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

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

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within a short drive

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