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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Walkable restaurants
  • Massive walk-in closet
  • Stunning wood floors
  • Laundry
  • Keyless fob entry system

Location

2552 Garfield Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55405, USA|Whittier
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Management

Bowers Olson Investments, LLC

Leasing office

(612) 387-0984

Property Overview

Garfield Apartments offers a strong overall rental experience with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, especially for value, location, and quality. It features walkable restaurants, transit access, and nearby mixed-use spaces, along with standout details like a massive walk-in closet, stunning wood floors, laundry, and keyless fob entry.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Garfield Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Garfield 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

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath372 sqft$900–$950 /mo3 units availableGreat Studio apartment with keyless FOB entry system in place for the entrances. Walkable restaurants, The Wedge Co-op market and general lifestyle destinations. Looking to move into Uptown, look no further! Amenities: Massive walk-in closet Stunning wood floors On site barber shop On site bookstore Laundry on main level Amazon approved entry (no more packages outside of the building). *Utilities not included. $40 application fee per person.* Please inquire for additional details or to schedule a showing!

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Amenities for Garfield Apartments

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

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

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Garfield Apartments

HomeApartments in MinneapolisWhittier Garfield Apartments

Great Studio apartment with keyless FOB entry system in place for the entrances. Walkable restaurants, The Wedge Co-op market and general lifestyle destinations. Looking to move into Uptown, look no further! Amenities: Massive walk-in closet Stunning wood floors On site barber shop On site bookstore Laundry on main level Amazon approved entry (no more packages outside of the building). *Utilities not included. $40 application fee per person.* Please inquire for additional details or to schedule a showing!


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 Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Garfield Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Garfield 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 Garfield Apartments
Price·9A 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.
Garfield Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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, Garfield 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.
Garfield 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·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.
Garfield Apartments 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.
Garfield 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.

Garfield Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 327 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 489 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • The area has transit options

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 Garfield Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Whittier

studio apartments at Garfield Apartments cost about 7% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Whittier.

Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Whittier
Minneapolis
A table of studio rental data trends in Minneapolis
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,095
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
July 2026$1,046
August 2026$1,050
A table of studio rental data trends in Whittier
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$916
September 2024$913
October 2024$905
November 2024$982
December 2024$987
January 2025$998
February 2025$984
March 2025$1,051
April 2025$1,060
May 2025$995
June 2025$971
July 2025$950
August 2025$952
September 2025$950
October 2025$950
November 2025$950
December 2025$950
January 2026$997
February 2026$1,001
March 2026$978
April 2026$962
May 2026$948
June 2026$905
July 2026$900
August 2026$970

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Garfield Apartments

Ella Baker Global Studies and Humanities School

1200 w 26th st

minneapolis, MN, 55405

PK, K-8Public
C

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 2552 Garfield Ave

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 2552 Garfield Ave, Minneapolis

Groceries

10/10
Several grocery stores nearby

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

7/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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