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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Off-street parking
  • Updated interiors
  • Laundry rooms

Location

985 Blair Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104, USA|East Midway
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Management

Halverson and Blaiser Group, LTD

Leasing office

(844) 325-4840 ext. 4307

Open 

Monday 8:00 am–4:30 pm CT

Property Overview

Blair Place is a highly rated community with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 9.3, including perfect scores for price and amenities and strong marks for location, quality, and transparency. Residents benefit from air conditioning, updated interiors, laundry rooms, and off-street parking, plus convenient access to a top-rated middle school nearby. With 38 photos and strong value for money in the 76th percentile locally, it offers a compelling combination of comfort, convenience, and affordability.

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

9.3
Excellent
Blair Place is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Floor plans

Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath2 bed1 bath758 sqft$1,242–$1,299 /mo2 units availableBlair Place renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath, Saint Paul, MN

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Amenities for Blair Place

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet
Ceiling FanFreezer
Large ClosetsPet Friendly (No Restrictions)
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

OvenRange
RefrigeratorWall Air Conditioner

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
Smoke Free Living

Grounds

Garage ParkingOff-Street Parking
Storage

Services

Spanish Speaking Staff

Neighborhood

Transportation

Other

Online Maintenance PortalOnline Rent Payment
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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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Cat Deposit

One-time. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: $200.00.

$200

Cat Fee

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$250

Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$30

Dog

Dog Deposit

One-time. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: $200.00.

$200

Dog Fee

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$250

Dog Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$45

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Building details

Property details

Units11
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About Blair Place

HomeApartments in St. PaulEast Midway Blair Place

Blair Place Apartments offer a combination of style and comfort. This community is located in the East Midway area of St. Paul, located right next to Frogtown park and just a few blocks away from wonderful South Como Park. Convenient access to public transportation, dining, shopping and more. Our apartments feature clean, functional layouts with air conditioning and updated interiors, with off-street parking, garage access and laundry rooms.


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.
9.3
/10
Excellent
Blair Place is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Blair Place
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.
Blair Place 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·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.
Blair Place 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—pets 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.
Blair Place 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.
Blair Place 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·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.
Blair Place 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.

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 Blair Place compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in East Midway

2-bedroom apartments at Blair Place cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in East Midway.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
East Midway
St. Paul
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in St. Paul
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,103
July 2024$1,190
August 2024$1,196
September 2024$1,186
October 2024$1,101
November 2024$1,146
December 2024$1,199
January 2025$1,221
February 2025$1,199
March 2025$1,221
April 2025$1,237
May 2025$1,223
June 2025$1,215
July 2025$1,196
August 2025$1,248
September 2025$1,295
October 2025$1,270
November 2025$1,285
December 2025$1,277
January 2026$1,219
February 2026$1,221
March 2026$1,224
April 2026$1,212
May 2026$1,170
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in East Midway
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,086
August 2025$951
September 2025$951
October 2025$950
November 2025$922
December 2025$906
January 2026$902
February 2026$929
March 2026$939
April 2026$993
May 2026$1,008

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$49,680/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,680 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,242.
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Schools near Blair Place

Wilder Child Development Center

911 lafond ave

st paul, MN, 55104

PKPublic

Maxfield Elementary School

380 victoria st n

saint paul, MN, 55104

PK, K-5Public
C

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) - Rondo Education Center

560 concordia ave

saint paul, MN, 55103

PK, KPublic
A-

Rivereast Program

1055 mackubin

saint paul, MN, 55117

K-12Public

Early Education Four Seasons

318 moore st

saint paul, MN, 55104

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

East Midway | St. Paul, MN

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

Getting around Saint Paul near 985 Blair Ave

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

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 985 Blair Ave, Saint Paul

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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