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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Community room
  • Washer/dryer hook-ups
  • Private entry
  • On-site management
  • Heat
  • Garages

Location

301 Hillcrest Dr, Saint Michael, MN 55376, USA
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Management

Hornig Companies- Highcroft Manor

Leasing office

(763) 745-9151

Property Overview

Countryside Cottages of St. Michael features a community room, washer/dryer hook-ups, private entry, on-site management, heat, and garages. It is also located 3.577783 miles from the nearest grocery store.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Countryside Cottages of St. Michael is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Countryside Cottages of St. Michael 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath958 sqft$1,390 /mo1 unit availableCountryside Cottages of St. Michael offers cozy, single-story 55+ living designed with your ease in mind. Our 2 bedroom cottage style homes are all 1-story units and feature the most desirable amenities such as dishwasher, private entry, patio and washer/dryer hook-up. Residents can enjoy an attractive and spacious campus with onsite parking and a community room equipped with a full kitchen. As a close neighbor to many convenient dining and shopping options such as the Albertville Outlet Mall and Dehmer’s Meat Market, everything you need is within minutes from home One Level Living with Private Entry Central Air Community Room with Kitchen Washer/Dryer Hook Ups Garages/Some attached FIXED MONTHLY CHARGES: Electric and gas paid to provider RUBS water/sewer variable* RUBS processing fee $6.00 Trash $15.00 Pet Policies Dogs and cats allowed. Max 2 pets per apartment. Monthly Pet Rent: $50 per dog / $25 per cat Pet Deposit: $150 per pet. Non-Refundable Fee: $150 per pet. Cats and dogs must be spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and at least one year old. Fish are allowed in one tank max, 20 gallons or less. *See utility addendum for full RUBS disclosure. See Hornig Companies Fee Disclosure for full details on all charges. *Photos are from similar apartments in the building, not necessarily current ones listed for rent.* Contact (763) 745-9151 for more information and to schedule a tour. Photos are samples from the cottages on the property, not necessarily from the exact unit that is available. Apply Now! https www hornigcompanies com property countryside-cottages-of-st-michael

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Amenities for Countryside Cottages of St. Michael

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Dishwasher In Select UnitsGarage Included
Private Patio/BalconyWasher/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

Central Air & HeatDishwasher
In-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKCommunity Room
Dogs OK

Grounds

Garage Parking

Services

On-Site Maintenance

Neighborhood

Close to Walking TrailQuiet Residential Community

Other

Family-owned and Managed
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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

Units48

About Countryside Cottages of St. Michael

HomeApartments in Saint Michael Countryside Cottages of St. Michael

Countryside Cottages of St. Michael offers cozy, single-story 55+ living designed with your ease in mind. Our 2 bedroom cottage style homes are all 1-story units and feature the most desirable amenities such as dishwasher, private entry, patio and washer/dryer hook-up. Residents can enjoy an attractive and spacious campus with onsite parking and a community room equipped with a full kitchen. As a close neighbor to many convenient dining and shopping options such as the Albertville Outlet Mall and Dehmer’s Meat Market, everything you need is within minutes from home One Level Living with Private Entry Central Air Community Room with Kitchen Washer/Dryer Hook Ups Garages/Some attached FIXED MONTHLY CHARGES: Electric and gas paid to provider RUBS water/sewer variable* RUBS processing fee $6.00 Trash $15.00 Pet Policies Dogs and cats allowed. Max 2 pets per apartment. Monthly Pet Rent: $50 per dog / $25 per cat Pet Deposit: $150 per pet. Non-Refundable Fee: $150 per pet. Cats and dogs must be spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and at least one year old. Fish are allowed in one tank max, 20 gallons or less. *See utility addendum for full RUBS disclosure. See Hornig Companies Fee Disclosure for full details on all charges. *Photos are from similar apartments in the building, not necessarily current ones listed for rent.* Contact (763) 745-9151 for more information and to schedule a tour. Photos are samples from the cottages on the property, not necessarily from the exact unit that is available. Apply Now! https www hornigcompanies com property countryside-cottages-of-st-michael


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Countryside Cottages of St. Michael is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Countryside Cottages of St. Michael 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 Countryside Cottages of St. Michael
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, Countryside Cottages of St. Michael 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·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.
Countryside Cottages of St. Michael 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.
Countryside Cottages of St. Michael 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Countryside Cottages of St. Michael to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

Countryside Cottages of St. Michael is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital 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 Countryside Cottages of St. Michael compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 miles away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 miles away

Considerations

Fewer storage options
Limited cabinet or closet space
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Saint Michael

2-bedroom apartments at Countryside Cottages of St. Michael cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Saint Michael.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Saint Michael
A table of studio rental data trends in Saint Michael
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,265
December 2024$1,353
January 2025$1,375
February 2025$1,196
March 2025$1,085
June 2025$1,435
July 2025$1,483
August 2025$1,445
September 2025$1,355
October 2025$1,279
November 2025$1,285
May 2026$1,366
June 2026$1,377
July 2026$1,401
August 2026$1,417

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$55,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $55,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,390.
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Schools near Countryside Cottages of St. Michael

St. Michael Elementary School

101 central ave w

saint michael, MN, 55376

PK, 1-4Public
A

Albertville Primary School

5386 main ave ne

albertville, MN, 55301

PK, KPublic
B+

Prairie View Elementary School

12220 80th st ne

otsego, MN, 55330

K-4Public
A-

Eastview Education Center - SNW

9375 fenning ave ne

monticello, MN, 55362

PKPublic

Eastview Education Center

9375 fenning ave ne

monticello, MN, 55362

PK, KPublic
B
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Getting around Saint Michael near 301 Hillcrest Dr

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 301 Hillcrest Dr, Saint Michael

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

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 301 Hillcrest Dr

Cub
900 Central Ave E
Coborn's Grocery Store Albertville
5698 La Centre Ave
Costco Wholesale
11910 60th St NE
Cub
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