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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Large kitchen
  • Gas stove
  • Open concept living room
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dining room

Location

509 N 53rd Ave W, Duluth, MN 55807, USA
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Management

Heirloom Property Management

Leasing office

(218) 390-4317

Property Overview

509 N 53rd Ave W receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8/10, reflecting its appealing balance of price and value. The property features an impressive array of amenities, rated 9/10, including a large kitchen, open concept living space, and off-street parking, all in a pet-friendly environment. Additionally, the location is highly rated at 9/10 for convenience to schools and local services, ensuring a desirable quality of life for residents.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 509 N 53rd Ave W is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 509 N 53rd Ave W 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

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath931 sqft$1,300 /mo1 unit availableThis lower level apartment is located in a west Duluth neighborhood on a dead end with lots of street parking and off-street parking as well! There is ample space in the open concept living room and dining room. The kitchen is large as well, featuring a gas stove! There is no laundry for this unit. Lawn and snow care are included in your rent! Resident Responsible Utilities: Electric & Gas Direct to the provider, Water/Sewer Ratio Billed, Garbage/Recycling + $8 Ratio Admin Fee Garbage/Recycling Billing Fee: $34/mo Resident Benefits Package: $39/mo. Pet-Friendly: Yes (Monthly rent and deposit apply based on screening) Lease Signing Fee - $99

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Amenities for 509 N 53rd Ave W

Apartment Amenities

No Laundry On-Site

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space

Other

Garbage Service BillingResident Pays Natural Gas Direct
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About 509 N 53rd Ave W

HomeApartments in Duluth 509 N 53rd Ave W

This lower level apartment is located in a west Duluth neighborhood on a dead end with lots of street parking and off-street parking as well! There is ample space in the open concept living room and dining room. The kitchen is large as well, featuring a gas stove! There is no laundry for this unit. Lawn and snow care are included in your rent! Resident Responsible Utilities: Electric & Gas Direct to the provider, Water/Sewer Ratio Billed, Garbage/Recycling + $8 Ratio Admin Fee Garbage/Recycling Billing Fee: $34/mo Resident Benefits Package: $39/mo. Pet-Friendly: Yes (Monthly rent and deposit apply based on screening) Lease Signing Fee - $99


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, 509 N 53rd Ave W is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 509 N 53rd Ave W 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 509 N 53rd Ave W
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, 509 N 53rd Ave W is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. 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·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.
509 N 53rd Ave W 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, 509 N 53rd Ave W 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.
509 N 53rd Ave W 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 509 N 53rd Ave W does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.

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 509 N 53rd Ave W compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

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Rent trends in Duluth

2-bedroom apartments at 509 N 53rd Ave W cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Duluth.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Duluth
A table of studio rental data trends in Duluth
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$950
April 2024$1,004
May 2024$1,119
June 2024$1,057
July 2024$1,119
August 2024$964
September 2024$988
October 2024$1,007
November 2024$996
December 2024$1,013
January 2025$1,087
February 2025$1,075
March 2025$1,095
April 2025$1,080
May 2025$1,075
June 2025$1,010
July 2025$983
August 2025$990
September 2025$992
October 2025$1,020
November 2025$1,127
December 2025$1,150
January 2026$1,150
February 2026$1,131
March 2026$1,124

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 509 N 53rd Ave W?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$52,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,300.
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Schools near 509 N 53rd Ave W

Laura MacArthur Elementary School

720 n central ave

duluth, MN, 55807

PK, K-5Public
C+

Merritt Creek Academy

4000 w 9th st

duluth, MN, 55807

K-12Public

Early Childhood Center

202 5th st

proctor, MN, 55810

PKPublic

Early Childhood Special Education

4316 rice lake rd

duluth, MN, 55811

PKPublic

Lowell Elementary Spanish Immersion

2000 rice lake rd

duluth, MN, 55811

K-5Public
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Duluth near 509 N 53rd Ave W

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 509 N 53rd Ave W, Duluth

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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