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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Built-in cabinetry
  • High ceilings

Location

2885 James Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408, USA|Uptown
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Property Overview

Uptown Classics Apartments presents a solid overall rating of 8.3, backed by an impressive location score of 9 out of 10, highlighting its convenience to transportation and popular attractions. The property enjoys a competitive price rating of 10, indicating exceptional value for its features, including hardwood floors and high ceilings. Notably, it offers pet-friendly amenities with several nearby services, making it a commendable choice for renters prioritizing both comfort and accessibility.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Uptown Classics Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Uptown Classics Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath725 sqft

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Amenities for Uptown Classics Apartments

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.

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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

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About Uptown Classics Apartments

HomeApartments in MinneapolisUptown Uptown Classics Apartments

Classic charm meets Uptown convenience. Located just off The Mall, 2885 James is only two blocks from Bde Maka Ska and Lake of the Isles, with shopping, dining, and nightlife at Calhoun Square just four blocks away. Offering a studio and spacious one-bedroom apartments, this building features timeless details—high ceilings, tall baseboards, hardwood floors, and built-in cabinetry—that bring historic Uptown character to modern living.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Uptown Classics Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Uptown Classics Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Uptown Classics Apartments
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.
Uptown Classics Apartments 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·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, Uptown Classics Apartments 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.
Uptown Classics Apartments 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 Uptown Classics Apartments 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.
Uptown Classics Apartments 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.

Uptown Classics Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property

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 Uptown Classics Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other 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

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Uptown
Minneapolis
A table of studio rental data trends in Minneapolis
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,025
April 2024$1,024
May 2024$1,097
June 2024$1,041
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$1,084
A table of studio rental data trends in Uptown
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$975
April 2024$994
May 2024$1,091
June 2024$1,128
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$1,088

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minneapolis, MN, 55405

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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

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

2/10
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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