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Highlights

  • Large windows
  • Two large closets
  • Extra storage
  • Heat
  • Exposed brick walls
  • Large walk-in closet

Location

1117 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55405, USA|Lowry Hill
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Management

Urban Vintage Apartments

Leasing office

(612) 709-6052

Property Overview

Franklin receives a strong overall rating of 8.5 from Zumper, reflecting its competitive pricing, excellent amenities, and prime location, with a price rating of 10 out of 10. Notable features such as large windows, exposed brick walls, and ample storage enhance its appeal, while proximity to fitness and wellness resources highlights its suitability for an active lifestyle. With a trustworthiness rating of 7, the property's detailed presentation instills confidence in prospective renters.

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

  • Middle school nearby
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Great for

  • Wellness

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath$875 /mo1 unit availableThis second floor studio apartment features exposed brick walls in both the kitchen and the living room area. It has two large closets, newer windows and hardwood floors throughout. The building is staffed by a responsive maintenance team. There is laundry and extra storage available on sight. Heat, water, and garbage removal are included in rent. Tenant is only responsible for electricity and cooking gas. Cats are accepted, but dogs are not allowed. This is a non-smoking building. This unit is available for move-in May 1st for $875.00/month Please contact us for a showing! **** 612-709-6052
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$975–$1,095 /mo2 units availableThis huge one bedroom apartment is on the Southwest corner of the building. It has large windows on three sides of the unit that allow for lots of natural sunlight all day long. The unit has a full size bedroom, living room, and dining room too with exposed brick in the kitchen, and a large walk-in closet in the bedroom too! The building is staffed by a responsive maintenance team. There is laundry and extra storage available on sight. Heat and water are included in rent. Tenant is responsible for electricity and cooking gas. Cats are accepted, but dogs are not allowed. This is a non-smoking building. This unit will be available beginning June 1st, 2022 for $1095.00/month Please contact us for a showing! 612-709-6052 ****

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Amenities for Franklin

Building

Cats OK
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

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About Franklin

HomeApartments in MinneapolisLowry Hill Franklin

This huge one bedroom apartment is on the Southwest corner of the building. It has large windows on three sides of the unit that allow for lots of natural sunlight all day long. The unit has a full size bedroom, living room, and dining room too with exposed brick in the kitchen, and a large walk-in closet in the bedroom too! The building is staffed by a responsive maintenance team. There is laundry and extra storage available on sight. Heat and water are included in rent. Tenant is responsible for electricity and cooking gas. Cats are accepted, but dogs are not allowed. This is a non-smoking building. This unit will be available beginning June 1st, 2022 for $1095.00/month Please contact us for a showing! 612-709-6052 ****


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, Franklin is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Franklin 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 Franklin
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.
Franklin 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Franklin is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Franklin 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 Franklin 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.
Franklin 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.

Franklin is great for:

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 61 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 9 farmers markets or health food stores 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 Franklin compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away

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Rent trends in Lowry Hill

Studio apartments at Franklin cost about the same as the average rent price for studios in Lowry Hill.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 32% lower than 1-bedrooms in Lowry Hill.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
Lowry Hill
Minneapolis
A table of studio rental data trends in Minneapolis
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,017
December 2023$994
January 2024$964
February 2024$925
March 2024$1,016
April 2024$1,024
May 2024$1,097
June 2024$1,041
July 2024$1,031
August 2024$1,083
September 2024$1,070
October 2024$1,041
November 2024$1,025
December 2024$1,015
January 2025$993
February 2025$1,001
March 2025$1,006
April 2025$978
May 2025$967
June 2025$1,014
July 2025$982
August 2025$1,033
September 2025$1,019
October 2025$993
November 2025$989
A table of studio rental data trends in Lowry Hill
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$871
December 2023$853
January 2024$848
February 2024$844
March 2024$850
April 2024$865
May 2024$865
June 2024$865
July 2024$875
August 2024$891
September 2024$895
December 2024$875
January 2025$906
February 2025$928
March 2025$895
April 2025$892
May 2025$895
June 2025$894
July 2025$894
September 2025$895
October 2025$875

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$35,000/yr

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Schools near Franklin

Kenwood Elementary School

2013 penn ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55405

K-5Public
B

River Bend Educational Center

1510 glenwood ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55405

K-12Public

Early Childhood Special Education

3320 elliot ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55407

PK, KPublic
B+

MPS Metro SJ

932 east 34th st

minneapolis, MN, 55407

K-12Public

MPS Metro HA

932 e. 34th st.

minneapolis, MN, 55407

K-12Public
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Getting around Minneapolis near 1117 W Franklin Ave

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
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

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1117 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-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
Variety of bars within walking distance

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