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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Smoke-free living
  • Large closets
  • Ceiling fans
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Spacious layouts

Location

1572 Portland Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104, USA|Snelling Hamline
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Management

Halverson and Blaiser Group, LTD

Leasing office

(844) 329-3493 ext. 6081

Open 

9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Portland Flats earns a strong overall impression with an 8/10 Zumper Expert Rating, supported by especially high marks for amenities, location, and quality. It offers hardwood floors, large closets, ceiling fans, smoke-free living, on-site laundry facilities, and spacious layouts, with standout nearby schooling access and a generous photo gallery for a clearer look at the property.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Portland Flats is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Price, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Portland Flats 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Walk-in closet

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Garden 1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath500 sqft$1,099 /mo1 unit availablePortland Flats garden 1 Bedroom Saint Paul, Minnesota
1 Bedroom 1 Bath1 bed1 bath500 sqft$1,129 /mo2 units availablePortland Flats 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Amenities for Portland Flats

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanFreezer
Hardwood FloorLarge Closets
Pet Friendly (No Restrictions)Walk-in Closet

Appliances

OvenRange
Refrigerator

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKHistoric Building
Onsite LaundrySmoke Free Living

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

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

Units13
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About Portland Flats

HomeApartments in St. PaulSnelling Hamline Portland Flats

Welcome to Portland Flats apartments, located in the heart of Saint Paul, MN. Our pet-friendly community offers amenities such as public transportation accessibility, a historic building ambiance, on-site laundry facilities, and smoke-free living. Inside the apartments, you'll find spacious layouts with large closets, hardwood floors, ceiling fans, and cable readiness. Enjoy the convenience of living in a vibrant neighborhood like Grand Avenue, with its eclectic shops and restaurants, or immerse yourself in the historic elegance of Summit Avenue with its grand mansions and stunning architecture. Experience comfortable living in our charming apartments in the heart of Saint Paul's vibrant neighborhoods.


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, Portland Flats is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Price, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Portland Flats 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 Portland Flats
Price·6A 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.
Portland Flats is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
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.
Portland Flats goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Portland Flats 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.
Portland Flats 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.
Portland Flats 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.

Portland Flats is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service 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 Portland Flats compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Snelling Hamline

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 26% lower than 1-bedrooms in Snelling Hamline.

Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
Snelling Hamline
St. Paul
A table of studio rental data trends in St. Paul
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,118
June 2026$1,106
A table of studio rental data trends in Snelling Hamline
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,132
August 2024$1,131
September 2024$1,148
October 2024$1,189
November 2024$1,178
December 2024$1,128
January 2025$1,101
February 2025$1,099
March 2025$1,097
April 2025$1,097
May 2025$1,096
June 2025$1,095
July 2025$1,100
August 2025$1,106
September 2025$1,095
October 2025$1,111
November 2025$1,116
December 2025$1,109
January 2026$1,114
February 2026$1,122
March 2026$1,118
April 2026$1,123
May 2026$1,124
June 2026$1,140

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,560 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,114.
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Schools near Portland Flats

Early Education Four Seasons

318 moore st

saint paul, MN, 55104

PKPublic

Maxfield Elementary School

380 victoria st n

saint paul, MN, 55104

PK, K-5Public
C

Wilder Child Development Center

911 lafond ave

st paul, MN, 55104

PKPublic

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) - Rondo Education Center

560 concordia ave

saint paul, MN, 55103

PK, KPublic
A-

Bridge View Special Education School

350 colborne st

saint paul, MN, 55102

K-12Public
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Getting around Saint Paul near 1572 Portland Ave

Walking

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

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 1572 Portland Ave, Saint Paul

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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