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Highlights

  • Oversized windows
  • Spacious living room
  • Dining room
  • Professionally managed building

Location

272 Prescott St, Saint Paul, MN 55107, USA|Riverview
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Management

Blackbridge LLC

Leasing office

(612) 269-2632

Property Overview

272 Prescott Street features oversized windows, a spacious living room and dining room, along with the convenience of a professionally managed building. Its overall profile suggests a comfortable, well-kept home with appealing living space and practical day-to-day management.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 272 Prescott Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 272 Prescott Street 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
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath400 sqft$879 /mo1 unit availableThis cozy studio unit is located in 6-unit building. .Unit features oversized windows to bring in plenty of natural light. Shared laundry in building. Large shared yard. One off street parking spot per unit. Tenant billed $75/m utility fee (electricity/gas/heat). Tenant billed $25/m for trash. Tenant billed water/sewer quarterly via Ratio Utility Billing System. Non Smoking Unit/Building. Pets are considered with additional non-refundable deposit and monthly pet rent. Size restrictions do apply. TWO ANIMAL MAX ($25/m - cat, $40/m dog - Pet Deposit (non-refundable) $200) **Please note, if you have an ESA animal, it MUST be included on your application** Non Smoking Unit/Building. Tenant is required to have a min. $100,000 tenant liability coverage or renter's insurance if not, coverage will be put in place ($15/m). This is a professionally managed building from Blackbridge Property Management. We offer secure Online Tenant Portals making paying rent and scheduling maintenance easy and convenient. Call/text for more info or to set up a showing! 612-735-0944 Application fee is $45 per adult which can be found at blackbridgemn. com Rental Criteria: Credit Report Considered Income: 2.5 times rent NO Evictions or UD's (within past 3 years) Criminal Background Considered All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. If approved for the property and a lease is drafted, Tenant agrees to pay a $9 Monthly Administrative Fee

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Amenities for 272 Prescott Street

Apartment Amenities

Carpet

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
Refrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking
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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

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About 272 Prescott Street

HomeApartments in St. PaulRiverview 272 Prescott Street

This cozy studio unit is located in 6-unit building. .Unit features oversized windows to bring in plenty of natural light. Shared laundry in building. Large shared yard. One off street parking spot per unit. Tenant billed $75/m utility fee (electricity/gas/heat). Tenant billed $25/m for trash. Tenant billed water/sewer quarterly via Ratio Utility Billing System. Non Smoking Unit/Building. Pets are considered with additional non-refundable deposit and monthly pet rent. Size restrictions do apply. TWO ANIMAL MAX ($25/m - cat, $40/m dog - Pet Deposit (non-refundable) $200) **Please note, if you have an ESA animal, it MUST be included on your application** Non Smoking Unit/Building. Tenant is required to have a min. $100,000 tenant liability coverage or renter's insurance if not, coverage will be put in place ($15/m). This is a professionally managed building from Blackbridge Property Management. We offer secure Online Tenant Portals making paying rent and scheduling maintenance easy and convenient. Call/text for more info or to set up a showing! 612-735-0944 Application fee is $45 per adult which can be found at blackbridgemn. com Rental Criteria: Credit Report Considered Income: 2.5 times rent NO Evictions or UD's (within past 3 years) Criminal Background Considered All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. If approved for the property and a lease is drafted, Tenant agrees to pay a $9 Monthly Administrative 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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 272 Prescott Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 272 Prescott Street 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 272 Prescott Street
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, 272 Prescott Street 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.
272 Prescott Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including off-street parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 272 Prescott Street 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.
272 Prescott Street 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·9A 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.
272 Prescott Street has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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 272 Prescott Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Riverview

studio apartments at 272 Prescott Street cost about 37% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Riverview.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Riverview
St. Paul
A table of studio rental data trends in St. Paul
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,100
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
June 2026$1,106
July 2026$1,102
August 2026$1,105
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
August 2026$1,385

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 272 Prescott St?

Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,160/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,160 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $879.
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Schools near 272 Prescott Street

Early Childhood Special Education Inclusion

271 belvidere st e

saint paul, MN, 55102

PKPublic

Early Education - Birth to Three

271 belvidere st e

saint paul, MN, 55102

PKPublic

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
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Getting around Saint Paul near 272 Prescott St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 272 Prescott St, Saint Paul

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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