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Highlights
- On-site laundry
- Non-smoking unit/building
- New flooring, paint
- Professionally managed building
Location
969 Smith Ave S, West St Paul, MN 55118, USA
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Property Overview
Smith Avenue is rated highly for value, amenities, and location, with strong price performance and a trustworthy, well-presented listing. It also offers on-site laundry, non-smoking units/building, new flooring and paint, and professional management, with value metrics ranking especially well compared with other nearby properties.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- More space
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $1,150 /mo | 1 unit available | Updated 1-Bedroom Apartment in Convenient St. Paul Location This bright and updated one-bedroom unit is located in a well-maintained, small 11-unit building just over the bridge near Smith and Dodd Road in St. Paul. Enjoy a convenient location with easy access to major highways, downtown St. Paul, and the city bus line. You’ll also be within walking distance to several great restaurants and taverns. Unit Features: Updated in 2021 with new granite countertops and cabinets Fresh paint and new flooring throughout Off-street parking On-site laundry Non-smoking unit and building Utilities: Tenant pays electricity Tenant billed monthly for trash ($35) Tenant billed monthly for water/sewer via Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS) Heat paid by owner Pet Policy: No dogs Maximum of two cats ($25/month per cat + $200 non-refundable pet deposit) ESA animals must be disclosed and approved during the application process Additional Information: This is a professionally managed property by Blackbridge Property Management. Residents enjoy a secure online tenant portal for easy rent payments and maintenance requests. Application & Showing Information: Application fee: $45 per adult (apply at www.blackbridgemn.com) To schedule a showing, call or text: 612-269-2632 Rental Criteria: Credit report considered Minimum income: 2.5x monthly rent No evictions or unlawful detainers in the past 3 years Criminal background considered If approved and a lease is signed, tenants agree to a $25 monthly administrative fee. Pictures shown may be of a similar unit. All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. |
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Amenities for Smith Avenue
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heating |
Appliances
| Electric Range | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
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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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 11 |
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About Smith Avenue
Updated 1-Bedroom Apartment in Convenient St. Paul Location This bright and updated one-bedroom unit is located in a well-maintained, small 11-unit building just over the bridge near Smith and Dodd Road in St. Paul. Enjoy a convenient location with easy access to major highways, downtown St. Paul, and the city bus line. You’ll also be within walking distance to several great restaurants and taverns. Unit Features: Updated in 2021 with new granite countertops and cabinets Fresh paint and new flooring throughout Off-street parking On-site laundry Non-smoking unit and building Utilities: Tenant pays electricity Tenant billed monthly for trash ($35) Tenant billed monthly for water/sewer via Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS) Heat paid by owner Pet Policy: No dogs Maximum of two cats ($25/month per cat + $200 non-refundable pet deposit) ESA animals must be disclosed and approved during the application process Additional Information: This is a professionally managed property by Blackbridge Property Management. Residents enjoy a secure online tenant portal for easy rent payments and maintenance requests. Application & Showing Information: Application fee: $45 per adult (apply at www.blackbridgemn.com) To schedule a showing, call or text: 612-269-2632 Rental Criteria: Credit report considered Minimum income: 2.5x monthly rent No evictions or unlawful detainers in the past 3 years Criminal background considered If approved and a lease is signed, tenants agree to a $25 monthly administrative fee. Pictures shown may be of a similar unit. 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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Smith Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Smith Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Smith Avenue 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.
Smith Avenue 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, Smith Avenue 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.
Smith Avenue 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 Smith Avenue 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.
Smith Avenue is great for:
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 Smith Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- Studio is 250 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- 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 West St Paul
1-bedroom apartments at Smith Avenue cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in West St Paul.
Median rents as of Jan 25 2026.
West St Paul
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $899 |
| August 2024 | $899 |
| September 2024 | $915 |
| March 2025 | $999 |
| April 2025 | $999 |
| May 2025 | $999 |
| August 2025 | $991 |
| November 2025 | $999 |
| January 2026 | $975 |
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Can I afford to live at 969 Smith Ave S?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$46,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $46,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,150.
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Schools near Smith Avenue
Somerset Elementary School
1355 dodd rd
mendota heights, MN, 55118
PK, K-4Public
A-
Saint Paul Online Elementary School
360 colborne st
saint paul, MN, 55102
K-5Public
C
Early Learning Resource Center
1970 christensen ave
west saint paul, MN, 55118
PKPublic
Wilder Child Development Center
911 lafond ave
st paul, MN, 55104
PKPublic
Early Education Bruce F. Vento
409 case ave e
saint paul, MN, 55130
PKPublic
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Getting around West St Paul near 969 Smith Ave S
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 969 Smith Ave S, West St 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
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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