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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Controlled access
  • Picnic area
  • High speed internet access
  • Storage units available
  • Coin laundry
  • Large floorplans

Location

1020 1st St S, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379, USA
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Management

GC Real Estate Partners

Leasing office

(320) 257-3992

Property Overview

1020 1st Street South offers large floorplans, controlled access, high-speed internet, storage options, and convenient coin laundry and picnic areas, earning strong expert scores for overall quality, amenities, and location. With excellent value for money and per-square-foot pricing, plus nearby top-rated elementary and middle schools, it delivers strong everyday convenience. It is also well-suited to pet owners and remote workers, thanks to nearby pet services, a quiet environment, utilities included in rent, and reliable internet access.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 1020 1st Street South is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1020 1st Street South 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
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath420 sqft$745 /mo1 unit availableQuiet community in great location next to Bob Cross Park and Sauk Rapids Middle School. This centrally located property offers a wide variety of floor plans and apartment features at a reasonable price. • Controlled Access • High Speed Internet Access • Storage Units Available • Picnic Area • Large Floorplans • Coin Laundry Fees & Deposit Information: Application Fees- $45 per person Admin Fee- $100 (only refundable if application is denied) Deposit-$500 (unless conditionally approved, then a co-signer or higher deposit may be required) Utilities: Utilities paid by Landlord: Heat, Water/Sewer & Garbage. Utilities Paid by Resident: All utilities not provided by Landlord. Renter's Insurance: Renter's Insurance is Required, with minimum $100,000 liability coverage. If valid insurance is not provided and kept updated with management, household will be enrolled in Liability Coverage for an additional monthly fee for $15.00.

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Amenities for 1020 1st Street South

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Utilities IncludedWater

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Sewer

Services

Refuse
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Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About 1020 1st Street South

HomeApartments in Sauk Rapids 1020 1st Street South

Quiet community in great location next to Bob Cross Park and Sauk Rapids Middle School. This centrally located property offers a wide variety of floor plans and apartment features at a reasonable price. • Controlled Access • High Speed Internet Access • Storage Units Available • Picnic Area • Large Floorplans • Coin Laundry Fees & Deposit Information: Application Fees- $45 per person Admin Fee- $100 (only refundable if application is denied) Deposit-$500 (unless conditionally approved, then a co-signer or higher deposit may be required) 944 Apartment Building- Utilities: Utilities paid by Landlord: Heat, Water/Sewer & Garbage. Utilities Paid by Resident: All utilities not provided by Landlord. 1020 Townhomes- Utilities: Utilities paid by Landlord: Water/Sewer & Garbage. Utilities Paid by Resident: All utilities not provided by Landlord. Renter's Insurance: Renter's Insurance is Required, with minimum $100,000 liability coverage. If valid insurance is not provided and kept updated with management, household will be enrolled in Liability Coverage for an additional monthly fee for $15.00.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 1020 1st Street South is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1020 1st Street South 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 1020 1st Street South
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, 1020 1st Street South 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·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.
1020 1st Street South 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, 1020 1st Street South 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.
1020 1st Street South 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 1020 1st Street South 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.

1020 1st Street South is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 internet service provider option 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 1020 1st Street South compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 112 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Sauk Rapids

1-bedroom apartments at 1020 1st Street South cost about 39% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Sauk Rapids.

Median rents as of Nov 8 2025.
Sauk Rapids
A table of studio rental data trends in Sauk Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
November 2025$850

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$29,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $29,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $745.
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Schools near 1020 1st Street South

Mississippi Heights Elementary School

1003 s 4th st

sauk rapids, MN, 56379

K-5Public
B-

Hillside Early Childhood Center

30 fourth ave s

sauk rapids, MN, 56379

PKPublic

Benton-Stearns Education District Early Childhood

517 2nd st south

sartell, MN, 56377

PKPublic

Riverview Intermediate School

627 third ave north

sartell, MN, 56377

3-5Public
A-

Katherine Johnson Education Center

713 anderson ave north

saint cloud, MN, 56303

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Sauk Rapids near 1020 1st St S

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 1020 1st St S, Sauk Rapids

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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