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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Off-street parking
  • Large kitchen
  • Spacious living room and bedroom areas
  • Pet-friendly

Location

518 Smith Ave S, Saint Paul, MN 55107, USA|Riverview
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Management

Housing Hub, LLC

Leasing office

(952) 206-6108

Property Overview

518 Smith Ave South is a highly rated rental option, earning strong scores across overall quality, price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. With features like hardwood floors, a large kitchen, spacious living areas and bedrooms, off-street parking, and pet-friendly policies, it delivers excellent value and comfort. Its convenient setting, including reasonable distance to grocery shopping, enhances everyday practicality for renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 518 Smith Ave South is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 518 Smith Ave South 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
  • Laundry available on site
  • Outdoor space

Floor plans

1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath650 sqft$975 /mo1 unit availableThis cozy unit is ready and has everything you need - gas stove/oven, fridge, classic farmhouse sink, updated bathroom with classic claw-foot tub/shower, spacious bedroom, onsite laundry, and off-street parking. And don’t miss the stunning views of the Mississippi River, Downtown St. Paul, Cathedral Hill, and the Capitol!! Included in Rent: -Heat -Water -Sewer -Lawn Care -Snow removal Tenant Responsibilities -Electric -Cooking Gas -$20.00 Monthly Trash -$12.00 Monthly Admin Fee . This building is pet friendly—breed restrictions apply, and pet fees and deposits are required. This is a professionally managed building from the folks at Housing Hub. Online access makes paying rent and scheduling maintenance a breeze. Housing Hub wants to provide you with a great living experience! Renter's Insurance is required with at least $100,000 in liability insurance during the Lease to cover damage to the Landlord’s property caused by fire, smoke, explosion, sewer or drain backup/overflow, sump overflow, or water damage. This property is professionally managed by Housing Hub in the Twin Cities. With online access for applications, rent payments, and maintenance requests, everything you need is just a click away. Housing Hub is dedicated to providing you with an excellent living experience in Minnesota! Ready to apply? Applications are $60.00/adult over the age of 18. Call/Text Sarah at 612-440-6954 to schedule your showing today! Application Criteria: 1. Positive credit history with no past due or collections 2. Positive Landlord Reference for the last 3 years 3. Clean criminal history 4. Household monthly verifiable Income 2.5 times the rent All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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Amenities for 518 Smith Ave South

Apartment Amenities

Heat IncludedWater and Sewer Included

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space

Services

Lawn Care and Snow Removal Included
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Applicants

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

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About 518 Smith Ave South

HomeApartments in St. PaulRiverview 518 Smith Ave South

This cozy unit is ready and has everything you need - gas stove/oven, fridge, classic farmhouse sink, updated bathroom with classic claw-foot tub/shower, spacious bedroom, onsite laundry, and off-street parking. And don’t miss the stunning views of the Mississippi River, Downtown St. Paul, Cathedral Hill, and the Capitol!! Included in Rent: -Heat -Water -Sewer -Lawn Care -Snow removal Tenant Responsibilities -Electric -Cooking Gas -$20.00 Monthly Trash -$12.00 Monthly Admin Fee . This building is pet friendly—breed restrictions apply, and pet fees and deposits are required. This is a professionally managed building from the folks at Housing Hub. Online access makes paying rent and scheduling maintenance a breeze. Housing Hub wants to provide you with a great living experience! Renter's Insurance is required with at least $100,000 in liability insurance during the Lease to cover damage to the Landlord’s property caused by fire, smoke, explosion, sewer or drain backup/overflow, sump overflow, or water damage. This property is professionally managed by Housing Hub in the Twin Cities. With online access for applications, rent payments, and maintenance requests, everything you need is just a click away. Housing Hub is dedicated to providing you with an excellent living experience in Minnesota! Ready to apply? Applications are $60.00/adult over the age of 18. Call/Text Sarah at 612-440-6954 to schedule your showing today! Application Criteria: 1. Positive credit history with no past due or collections 2. Positive Landlord Reference for the last 3 years 3. Clean criminal history 4. Household monthly verifiable Income 2.5 times the rent All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 518 Smith Ave South is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 518 Smith Ave South 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 518 Smith Ave South
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, 518 Smith Ave South is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Riverview. 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.
518 Smith Ave South goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including lawn care and snow removal included. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 518 Smith Ave South 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.
518 Smith Ave South 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 518 Smith Ave South 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.

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 518 Smith Ave South compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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 Riverview

1-bedroom apartments at 518 Smith Ave South cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Riverview.

Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Riverview
St. Paul
A table of studio rental data trends in St. Paul
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,064
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$1,123
A table of studio rental data trends in Riverview
MonthMedian Rent
January 2026$1,269
February 2026$1,217
March 2026$1,263
April 2026$1,360

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 518 Smith Ave S?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $975.
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Schools near 518 Smith Ave South

Cherokee Heights Elementary School

694 charlton st

saint paul, MN, 55107

PK, K-5Public
C

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

Early Education - Birth to Three

271 belvidere st e

saint paul, MN, 55102

PKPublic

Early Childhood Special Education Inclusion

271 belvidere st e

saint paul, MN, 55102

PKPublic
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Getting around Saint Paul near 518 Smith Ave S

Walking

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

Driving

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

Cycling

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

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 518 Smith Ave S, Saint Paul

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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