6 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 2,100 sq ft
1961 Portland Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF |
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| 4 Bedrooms 4 Bedrooms 4 Br | 3 Baths 3 Baths 3 Ba | 1,585 SF |
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
- Cats Allowed
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About This Property
GORGEOUS 4 BD / 3 BA St. Paul Home Located 1 Block Off Summit Avenue! Half off first month’s rent! We are flexible on lease terms as well! This home is perfect for Grad Students, Faculty, or Undergrad Students (no more than 2 full time undergrad students according to local ordinance). It is 3 blocks from University of St. Thomas, 7 blocks from Macalester College, 1.5 miles from St. Catherine University and Concordia University and 3.5 miles to the University of Minnesota, putting the home in a great location. This Home Features: - Updated kitchen with granite countertops. - Built in 1923, filled with old world charm and architecture. - Beautiful hardwood floors. - Wood burning fireplace in living room. - Gorgeous bathrooms. - Updated laundry room. - Newer kitchen appliances. - Plenty of storage space. - Window air conditioner (5 Provided by Property Owner for Tenant Use). - New windows and high efficiency water tank for lower utility bills. - 2 car detached garage. - Near shopping, restaurants, and entertainment! - Within a few blocks of Macalester College, St. Catherine's University, University of St. Thomas, and William Mitchell College of Law. - Easy access to I-94 and 1 block off of Summit Ave. - Due to local ordinances, parties with more than 2 undergraduate students are not allowed to lease the home Additional Terms: 1. Please confirm property availability and lease terms prior to application. 2. $50 application fee per person over the age of 18 3. 12 months or longer lease term 4. Tenant paid utilities: electricity, gas, trash, water/sewer, phone, internet, cable, lawn and snow care with owner provided tools (snow blower, lawn mower, leaf blower, hedge clippers, rakes, and shovels). 5. Pets are conditional with pet fees of minimum $50 per pet per month. Cats and small animals only. No dogs. (Amount of nonrefundable fee and acceptance of pet to be determined by owner on case by case basis; see agent for details). 6. $25 per month per motorized vehicle (car/bike) for garage use. 7. Agency Disclosure: VSM Real Estate is an authorized agent of the property owner and represents them as their property management company. VSM owes tenants and prospective tenants honesty and fair dealings. VSM and the property owner will adhere to all applicable laws related to this transaction. ?????????8. Tenant is required to purchase Renter's Insurance that includes a minimum of $50,000 in liability protection 9. A lease origination fee of $250 will apply to accepted applications to be paid along with move-in funds
1961 Portland Ave is a house located in Ramsey County and the 55104 ZIP Code. This area is served by the St. Paul Public School District attendance zone.
House Features
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Range
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
Along the shore of the Mississippi River, Merriam Park West offers riverfront parks, a large golf course, and quaint local restaurants just minutes from downtown Saint Paul, Minnesota. Stop on in at Izzy’s Ice Cream Café, or grab a treat at Black Coffee and Waffle Bar. Local businesses thrive alongside riverfront community spaces like Shadow Falls Park, a picturesque nature preserve.
The University of Saint Thomas resides on the south end of town, and the neighborhood offers a blend of private and public schools, churches, and every day conveniences. Situated just five miles southeast of Minneapolis and seven miles northeast of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, this neighborhood is in a premier location for commuting, shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Learn more about living in Merriam Park WestBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Studio Studio | 451-457 Sq Ft | $640 | $982 | $1,065 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 644-647 Sq Ft | $789 | $1,145 | $1,350 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 922 Sq Ft | $700 | $1,608 | $2,425 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 1209 Sq Ft | $675 | $2,362 | $3,300 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 1307-1312 Sq Ft | $650 | $1,153 | $6,000 |
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
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Transportation options available in Saint Paul include Fairview Ave Station, located 1.3 miles from 1961 Portland Ave. 1961 Portland Ave is near Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain, located 7.0 miles or 15 minutes away.
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.7 mi |
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Drive: | 14 min | 6.6 mi |
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Drive: | 23 min | 15.2 mi |
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Drive: | 32 min | 24.0 mi |
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Drive: | 34 min | 25.7 mi |
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Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
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Drive: | 15 min | 7.0 mi |
Time and distance from 1961 Portland Ave.
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Macalester College Observatory
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Newell Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
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Brackett Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
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Longfellow Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.8 mi |
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Hiawatha School Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.8 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 4.6 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 14 min | 5.7 mi |
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