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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly

Location

3140 Emerson Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408, USA|CARAG
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Management

Kleinman Realty Co.

Leasing office

(844) 278-3514 ext. 5658

Property Overview

Emerson Apartments offers exceptional overall value, with top-tier ratings for price, amenities, and location, plus a strong trustworthiness score that reflects transparent, detailed property information. Renters benefit from a vibrant social scene with hundreds of nearby restaurants, good walkability and transit access, and strong support for pets, alongside a quiet environment, high-speed internet, and utilities included that make it appealing for work-from-home 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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

Emerson - One Bedroom1 bed1 bath695 sqft$995 /mo1 unit available
Emerson - Two Bedroom2 bed1 bath630 sqft$1,155 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Emerson Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanDining Room
Hardwood FloorHeat
High Ceilings

Appliances

DishwasherGas Range

Tech

High-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundrySmoke-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. Unassigned parking.

$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

Large Dog

Pet Terms

2 large dogs max.

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

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Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

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Small Dog

Pet Terms

2 small dogs max.

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

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About Emerson Apartments

HomeApartments in MinneapolisCARAG 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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 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.
How we rated Emerson 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.
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·10A 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 stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
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:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby

Pet owners

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

Social life

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

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 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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

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Rent trends in CARAG

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 13% lower than 1-bedrooms in CARAG.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Emerson Apartments to be 17% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in CARAG.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
CARAG
Minneapolis
A table of studio rental data trends in Minneapolis
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,077
April 2026$1,032
May 2026$1,021
A table of studio rental data trends in CARAG
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$894
July 2024$898
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$945

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 3140 Emerson Ave S?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$39,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $995.
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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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