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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious apartments
  • Hardwood flooring
  • Built-in cabinetry
  • High ceilings

Location

2885 James Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408, USA|Uptown
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Management

LEVEL 10 MANAGEMENT, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 237-3767 ext. 8148

Open 

Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm CT

Property Overview

2885 James Ave. S. offers spacious apartments with hardwood flooring, built-in cabinetry, and high ceilings, alongside a strong overall rating of 7.7 and especially high marks for location, amenities, and value. It stands out for walkability, transit access, nearby parks, and a lively dining scene, while also delivering solid trustworthiness and competitive pricing.

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

7.7
Very Good
2885 James Ave. S. is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath400 sqft$750 /mo
1-Bed Small1 bed1 bath650 sqft$870 /mo
1-Bed1 bed1 bath725 sqft$915–$1,085 /mo3 units available

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Amenities for 2885 James Ave. S.

Building

Cats OKDogs 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

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Application Fee.

$50

REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time. Deposit.

$750–$1,085

Monthly Utility Admin Fee

Monthly Utility Admin Fee.

$8

Monthly Pest Control Fee

Monthly Pest Control Fee.

$3

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Other

Parking - Parking.

Parking - Parking

Parking - Parking

Monthly. 2 parking - parkings max.

$125

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Cat - Non-refundable Pet Fee

One-time. 2 cats max. Non refundable Pet Fee - Cat.

$300

Cat - Pet Rent

Monthly. Pet Rent - Cat.

$50

Dog

Dog - Non-refundable Pet Fee

One-time. 2 dogs max. Non refundable Pet Fee - Dog.

$300

Dog - Pet Rent

Monthly. Pet Rent - Dog.

$50

SITUATIONAL FEES

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Building details

Property details

Units21
Lease terms2–18 months
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About 2885 James Ave. S.

HomeApartments in MinneapolisUptown 2885 James Ave. S.

Welcome to Uptown LivingThis is a prime Uptown neighborhood! Located off The Mall, Uptown Classics is only 2 blocks west of Bde Maka Ska (formerly Lake Calhoun) & Lake of the Isles, and is only 4 blocks from Calhoun Square. This building has spacious and classic-looking apartments with high ceilings, tall baseboard, hardwood flooring, and built-in cabinetry.


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.
7.7
/10
Very Good
2885 James Ave. S. is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 2885 James Ave. S.
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, 2885 James Ave. S. is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Uptown. 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·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, 2885 James Ave. S. 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.
2885 James Ave. S. 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 2885 James Ave. S. does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
2885 James Ave. S. 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.

2885 James Ave. S. is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • 208 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 35 parks within a mile

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 2885 James Ave. S. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Uptown

Studio apartments at 2885 James Ave. S. cost about 16% less than the average rent price for studios in Uptown.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 36% lower than 1-bedrooms in Uptown.

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Uptown
Minneapolis
A table of studio rental data trends in Minneapolis
MonthMedian Rent
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$988
December 2025$1,098
January 2026$1,079
February 2026$1,088
March 2026$1,077
April 2026$1,032
May 2026$1,024
June 2026$1,051
A table of studio rental data trends in Uptown
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,092
August 2024$1,226
September 2024$1,207
October 2024$1,178
November 2024$1,052
December 2024$1,204
January 2025$1,221
February 2025$1,238
March 2025$1,003
April 2025$925
May 2025$929
June 2025$936
July 2025$998
August 2025$926
September 2025$897
October 2025$875
November 2025$922
December 2025$962
January 2026$1,038
February 2026$1,119
March 2026$1,057
April 2026$981
May 2026$957
June 2026$896

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$30,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $750.
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Schools near 2885 James Ave. S.

Kenwood Elementary School

2013 penn ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55405

K-5Public
B

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

River Bend Educational Center

1510 glenwood ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55405

K-12Public

Justice Alan Page Elementary School

999 nofound st

nofoundcity, MN, 88888

PK, K-5Public
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Getting around Minneapolis near 2885 James Ave S

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 2885 James Ave S, Minneapolis

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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