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3140 Emerson Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408, USA|CARAG
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Property Overview
Emerson Apartments earns a strong overall rating, supported by excellent value, standout amenities, and a convenient location with a trustworthy listing presentation. It is a good fit for renters seeking work-from-home potential, social options, and pet-friendly nearby services, while the photo count and value-for-money ranking add further appeal.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Dishwasher
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| Emerson - One Bedroom | 1 bed | 1 bath | 695 sqft | $1,125 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| Emerson - Two Bedroom | 2 bed | 1 bath | 630 sqft | $1,095 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Emerson Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Ceiling Fan | Dining Room |
| Hardwood Floor | Heat |
| High Ceilings |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Gas Range |
Tech
| High-Speed Internet |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry | Smoke-free |
Grounds
| Storage |
Neighborhood
| Walking Trail |
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)
Per-applicant. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.
$50
REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
$400
Utility - Service Fee
Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.
$4.95
Trash Fee
Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.
$16.25
OPTIONAL FEES
Parking Policy
Street
Street parking available.
Street
Parking Fee
Monthly. 2 streets max. Street parking available.
$0
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit2
Cat
Pet Terms
2 cats max. Cat This property allows cats, fish, and birds. Restrictions apply.
Pet Fee
One-time fee per pet.
$200
Pet Deposit
One-time deposit per pet.
$0
Dog
Pet Terms
2 dogs max.
Pet Fee
One-time fee per pet.
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Pet Deposit
One-time deposit per pet.
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Pet Terms
Pet Fee
One-time fee per pet.
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Pet Deposit
One-time deposit per pet.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 10 |
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About Emerson Apartments
Live in the heart of South Minneapolis! This is one of the most popular and vibrant areas to live in Minneapolis, with close proximity to popular lakes- including Bde Maka Ska, Lake of the Isles, and Lake Harriet. Shopping, dining, nightlife, and entertainment are within blocks in every direction. Close to many restaurants and attractions including: Walker Library, Landmark's Lagoon Cinema, Uptown Art Fair, Bryant Square Park, Caribou Coffee, Amazing Thai, Barbette, Stella's Fish Cafe, Bonchon, Mesa Pizza, and many more. Hop on one of many bus stops or the nearby light rail to head to downtown Minneapolis just a quick ride away or skip the busy traffic and take your bike to the Midtown Greenway, from South Minneapolis go west to St. Louis Park or go east to St. Paul. Heat included in rent. Resident is responsible for gas, electric, internet, phone, and cable; plus other allocated utility costs and billing fees for water, sewer, storm water, and trash.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Emerson Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Emerson 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.
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.
Emerson 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·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.
Emerson Apartments 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, Emerson Apartments 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.
Emerson 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 Emerson 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·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.
Emerson Apartments is great for:
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 Emerson Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in CARAG
1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in CARAG.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Emerson Apartments to be 22% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in CARAG.
Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
CARAG
Minneapolis
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,037 |
| 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 |
| July 2026 | $1,050 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $900 |
| August 2024 | $986 |
| September 2024 | $959 |
| October 2024 | $1,005 |
| November 2024 | $969 |
| December 2024 | $933 |
| January 2025 | $1,008 |
| February 2025 | $1,016 |
| March 2025 | $961 |
| April 2025 | $915 |
| May 2025 | $886 |
| June 2025 | $949 |
| July 2025 | $926 |
| August 2025 | $950 |
| September 2025 | $898 |
| October 2025 | $900 |
| November 2025 | $916 |
| December 2025 | $944 |
| January 2026 | $1,051 |
| February 2026 | $1,045 |
| March 2026 | $988 |
| April 2026 | $948 |
| May 2026 | $932 |
| June 2026 | $914 |
| July 2026 | $940 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 3140 Emerson Ave S?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$45,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,125.
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Schools near Emerson Apartments
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
Folwell Elementary
3611 20th ave s
minneapolis, MN, 55407
PK, K-5Public
C
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Getting around Minneapolis near 3140 Emerson Ave S
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 3140 Emerson Ave S, Minneapolis
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
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
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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