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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Basketball court
  • Workout facility
  • Two bedroom plus den
  • Private entrance door
  • Remodeled kitchen

Location

288 Thomas Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55103, USA|South Frogtown
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Management

Red Leaf Real Estate

Leasing office

(651) 243-1244

Property Overview

The Thomas Avenue property has received a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.7 out of 10, showcasing its appeal to renters with competitive pricing and a remarkable range of amenities. Notable features include hardwood floors, a remodeled kitchen, and access to a basketball court and workout facility, while its superior location offers great access to schools and outdoor spaces, contributing to an excellent standard of living. Additionally, it stands out for its pet friendliness and commitment to environmental sustainability, making it an attractive option for diverse lifestyles.

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

8.7
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, Thomas Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Thomas Avenue 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bedroom -- Downstairs2 bed1 bath1,050 sqft$1,595 /mo1 unit available2 bedroom plus den on 1st floor of a quiet 4plex with a private back patio and entrance door. Hardwood floors, tall ceilings, remodeled kitchen. Great location! Just 4 blocks North of University and near bus-lines. One block from the beautiful new Frogtown community center with workout facility, basketball court, soccer field, jungle gym, football field etc.

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Amenities for Thomas Avenue

Apartment Amenities

BalconyPrivate Entrance

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry
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

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit1

1 pet maximum.

Building details

Property details

Units4
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About Thomas Avenue

HomeApartments in St. PaulSouth Frogtown Thomas Avenue

2 bedroom plus den on 1st floor of a quiet 4plex with a private back patio and entrance door. Hardwood floors, tall ceilings, remodeled kitchen. Great location! Just 4 blocks North of University and near bus-lines. One block from the beautiful new Frogtown community center with workout facility, basketball court, soccer field, jungle gym, football field etc.


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.
8.7
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, Thomas Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Thomas Avenue 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 Thomas Avenue
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.
Thomas Avenue 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·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.
Thomas Avenue 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, Thomas Avenue 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.
Thomas Avenue 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find Thomas Avenue to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
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.

Thomas Avenue is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 17 parks within a mile

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet supply store 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 Thomas Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

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Rent trends in South Frogtown

2-bedroom apartments at Thomas Avenue cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Frogtown.

Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
South Frogtown
St. Paul
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in St. Paul
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,543
October 2023$1,550
November 2023$1,576
December 2023$1,530
January 2024$1,502
February 2024$1,455
March 2024$1,513
April 2024$1,516
May 2024$1,531
June 2024$1,527
July 2024$1,541
August 2024$1,546
September 2024$1,580
October 2024$1,577
November 2024$1,544
December 2024$1,529
January 2025$1,495
February 2025$1,465
March 2025$1,490
April 2025$1,558
May 2025$1,573
June 2025$1,603
July 2025$1,585
August 2025$1,624
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Frogtown
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,250
October 2024$1,250
April 2025$1,456
May 2025$1,463

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,595.
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Schools near Thomas Avenue

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) - Rondo Education Center

560 concordia ave

saint paul, MN, 55103

PK, KPublic
A-

Rivereast Program

1055 mackubin

saint paul, MN, 55117

K-12Public

Bridge View Special Education School

350 colborne st

saint paul, MN, 55102

K-12Public

Early Education - Birth to Three

271 belvidere st e

saint paul, MN, 55102

PKPublic

Early Childhood Special Education Inclusion

271 belvidere st e

saint paul, MN, 55102

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

South Frogtown | St. Paul, MN

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

Getting around Saint Paul near 288 Thomas Ave

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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 288 Thomas Ave, Saint Paul

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
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 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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