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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • On-site laundry
  • Large closets
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Completely renovated
  • Custom cabinets

Location

1703 Ashland Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104, USA|Merriam Park East
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Management

Relay Properties

Leasing office

(218) 616-7495

Open 

9:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Ashland & Laurel Apartments receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3 out of 10, reflecting its competitive pricing, impressive amenities, and prime location, each rated 9 out of 10. The property features including stainless steel appliances, large closets, and on-site laundry enhance its appeal, while a high trustworthiness rating indicates transparency in its management. With proximity to a highly-rated middle school and a wealth of visual resources, this property presents a compelling choice for prospective renters.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Ashland & Laurel Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Ashland & Laurel 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
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bed 2 Bath2 bed2 bath900 sqft$1,500 /mo1 unit availableThis GORGEOUS 2 bedroom apartment is in a Vintage 1920 Building! The apartment has been COMPLETELY Renovated with Attractive Custom Decor. Photos show it all!Apartment Features:2 Bedrooms2 BathroomsChef's KitchenCustom CabinetsStainless Steel AppliancesDishwasherCork FloorHeated Tile Floor BathroomIn Suite 2nd Bathroom private to BedroomLarge ClosetsDesigner Sconce LightingNew WindowsLarge Glass Mirrored Medicine CabinetsBONUS 3rd Room - DEN, LR, OFFICE Additional Large Private Storage (approx 12 feet by 12 feet)950 Square Feet Building Features: In Building Laundry Close BySome Free Off street ParkingBrand New Modern Aluminum DoorsElectronic Entry System (Buzz people in using your cell phone)Owner pays for heat, water, sewer, trash, recycling. Renter covers electricity and cooking gas.

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Amenities for Ashland & Laurel Apartments

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Nonsmoking BuildingOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Storage
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

Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit

$1,500

Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$1,500

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. Up to 2 cats allowed | Restrictions: None

$25

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Sorry, no dogs please. | Restrictions: None

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About Ashland & Laurel Apartments

HomeApartments in St. PaulMerriam Park East Ashland & Laurel Apartments

Updated, charming apartments located a few blocks North of Summit Avenue. This apartment building is close to Macalester College, yet tucked into a neighborhood with limited traffic. The building has been updated with carpets, paint, and lighting, while maintaining the character and charm of this vintage building. The apartments feature tiles bathrooms, hardwood floors, and have a lot of character. The building has on-site laundry, large storage units, and a electronic buzzer entry system. - Pets: Cats allowed $25 per month fee - No Dogs Please - Non-smoking building - Assigned storage unit. - On-Site Laundry - $15 per month. - Heat, Water, Sewer, and Trash are included in the rent. - Resident pays electricity and cooking gas. - $65 application fee per applicant (one time). - Liability to Landlord Insurance: $10.50 per month, waived if residents have their own insurance for at least $100,000 in personal liability coverage.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Ashland & Laurel Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Ashland & Laurel 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 Ashland & Laurel Apartments
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.
Ashland & Laurel Apartments 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.
Ashland & Laurel 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, Ashland & Laurel 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.
Ashland & Laurel 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 Ashland & Laurel 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.

Ashland & Laurel Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service 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 Ashland & Laurel Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Merriam Park East

2-bedroom apartments at Ashland & Laurel Apartments cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Merriam Park East.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Merriam Park East
St. Paul
A table of studio rental data trends in St. Paul
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,092
December 2023$1,088
January 2024$1,092
February 2024$1,015
March 2024$1,077
April 2024$1,052
May 2024$1,061
June 2024$1,058
July 2024$1,089
August 2024$1,104
September 2024$1,099
October 2024$1,061
November 2024$1,107
December 2024$1,129
January 2025$1,117
February 2025$1,075
March 2025$1,101
April 2025$1,109
May 2025$1,108
June 2025$1,114
July 2025$1,091
August 2025$1,102
September 2025$1,099
October 2025$1,096
A table of studio rental data trends in Merriam Park East
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$925
December 2023$925
January 2024$1,288
February 2024$925
March 2024$925
March 2025$1,139
April 2025$1,072
May 2025$1,074
June 2025$1,070
July 2025$1,074
August 2025$1,087
September 2025$1,107
October 2025$1,102

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$60,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,500.
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Schools near Ashland & Laurel Apartments

Early Education Four Seasons

318 moore st

saint paul, MN, 55104

PKPublic

Groveland Park Elementary School

2045 st clair ave

saint paul, MN, 55105

PK, K-5Public
B

Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) - Rondo Education Center

560 concordia ave

saint paul, MN, 55103

PK, KPublic
A-

Bridge View Special Education School

350 colborne st

saint paul, MN, 55102

K-12Public

Rivereast Program

1055 mackubin

saint paul, MN, 55117

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Merriam Park East | St. Paul, MN

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

Getting around Saint Paul near 1703 Ashland Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
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 1703 Ashland Ave, Saint Paul

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
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

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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Whole Foods Market
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Cub
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Widmer's Super Market
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Addis Market
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Kowalski's Markets
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