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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Hardwood flooring
  • Off-site laundry
  • Near downtown

Location

1821 1st Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA|Stevens Square
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Property Overview

1st Avenue Flats offers an excellent living experience, highlighted by its overall Zumper expert rating of 8.9, reflecting its impressive amenities, competitive pricing, and prime location. Notable features include on-site laundry, off-street parking, and hardwood flooring, enhancing everyday convenience. The property is particularly appealing for its pet-friendly environment and vibrant social scene, with numerous parks, restaurants, and cultural centers nearby, making it a standout option for renters seeking a dynamic lifestyle.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, 1st Avenue Flats is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1st Avenue Flats 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
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Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath720 sqft$1,395 /mo3 units availableWelcome to our 2 Bedroom Unit with Hardwood Flooring in Minneapolis, MN. This apartment offers a comfortable living space with two bedrooms and one bathroom. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, on-site laundry, and secured entry for added peace of mind. The hardwood flooring adds a touch of elegance to the space. Pets are welcome in this apartment, making it a perfect choice for pet owners. Don't miss out on this opportunity to call this apartment your new home!

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Amenities for 1st Avenue Flats

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatGas Burning Stove
Hardwood FloorHeating
TrashWater

Appliances

Oven/RangeRange
Refrigerator/Freezer

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
Sewer

Grounds

Off Street Parking Available
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

Dog policy

Allowed 
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Cat policy

Allowed 
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Building details

Property details

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About 1st Avenue Flats

HomeApartments in MinneapolisStevens Square 1st Avenue Flats

Charming vintage apartments with hardwood flooring and off-street parking available. Near Downtown with easy public transportation access.


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, 1st Avenue Flats is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1st Avenue Flats 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 1st Avenue Flats
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.
1st Avenue Flats 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.
1st Avenue Flats 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, 1st Avenue Flats 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.
1st Avenue Flats 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 1st Avenue Flats 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·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.
1st Avenue Flats 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.

Reviews from the web

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jon sonderby

Oct 04, 2023

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1st Avenue Flats is great for:

Social life

  • 325 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 463 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 69 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 148 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Pet owners

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

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 1st Avenue Flats compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
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Rent trends in Stevens Square

2-bedroom apartments at 1st Avenue Flats cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Stevens Square.

Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Stevens Square
Minneapolis
A table of studio rental data trends in Minneapolis
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,072
November 2023$1,056
December 2023$994
January 2024$964
February 2024$925
March 2024$1,016
April 2024$1,024
May 2024$1,097
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$1,023
A table of studio rental data trends in Stevens Square
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$819
November 2023$830
December 2023$846
January 2024$849
February 2024$800
March 2024$830
April 2024$834
May 2024$899
June 2024$852
July 2024$867
August 2024$810
September 2024$836
October 2024$799
November 2024$804
December 2024$846
January 2025$865
February 2025$847
March 2025$850
April 2025$868
May 2025$873
June 2025$861
July 2025$850
August 2025$863
September 2025$868

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$55,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,395.
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Schools near 1st Avenue Flats

Ella Baker Global Studies and Humanities School

1200 w 26th st

minneapolis, MN, 55405

PK, K-8Public
C

River Bend Educational Center

1510 glenwood ave s

minneapolis, MN, 55405

K-12Public

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

MPS Metro HA

932 e. 34th st.

minneapolis, MN, 55407

K-12Public
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Getting around Minneapolis near 1821 1st Ave S

Walking

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

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 1821 1st 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

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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Third Avenue Foods
1905 3rd Ave S
Evergreen Grocery & Deli
2109 Nicollet Ave
Oak Grove Grocery
218 Oak Grove St
Harks Food Market
2401 Nicollet Ave

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