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The Kensington

565 Portland Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102

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Property Information

  • Built in 1927
  • 20 units/4 stories

About The Kensington

Find your new place at The Kensington. This property is situated in the Summit-University area of St. Paul. The professional leasing staff is ready to help you find your dream apartment. Contact us today to discuss your new apartment and find your new place at The Kensington.

The Kensington is an apartment community located in Ramsey County and the 55102 ZIP Code.

Location
565 Portland Ave, Saint Paul,
MN 55102
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Neighborhood

Summit-University borders Downtown Saint Paul to the west. This historic neighborhood is also home to one of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s houses. Filled with Victorian mansions, brick apartments, canopy streets, and lush parks, Summit-University maintains a quaint charm. A handful of locally-owned pubs, coffee shops, and restaurants in cozy settings heighten the neighborhood’s small-town charm. There are rental options for every budget, but residents certainly appreciate the area’s affordability.

Along with access to good public schools, Summit-University is convenient to Concordia University-Saint Paul and Macalester College. Interstate 94 and US Route 12 run through Summit-University so residents can easily drive into downtown or Minneapolis. If you prefer public transportation, there are several rail stations located along the northern border of the neighborhood.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Summit-University Saint Paul, MN
Studio $1,018 $1,125
1 Bedroom $1,184 $1,281
2 Bedrooms $1,607 $1,633
3 Bedrooms $1,908 $2,192

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 410 Sq Ft $786 $1,074 $1,760
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 727 Sq Ft $1,030 $1,763 $2,695
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 982-983 Sq Ft $1,295 $2,074 $3,100
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1480 Sq Ft $1,900 $2,740 $4,085
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 2269 Sq Ft $2,100 $3,246 $4,900
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Saint Paul College
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Concordia Univ.-Saint Paul
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Macalester College
Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
Hamline University
Drive: 9 min 3.6 mi
The Kensington is within 4 minutes or 1.3 miles from Saint Paul College. It is also near Concordia Univ.-Saint Paul and Macalester College.
Schools
Christ's Household Of Faith
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
134 Students
Nearby
Ambassador Preparatory
Private Middle School
Grades 6-9
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Saint Paul include Dale St Station, located 1.3 miles from The Kensington. The Kensington is near Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain, located 8.5 miles or 16 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Dale St Station
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Western Ave Station
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Capitol / Rice St Station
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Victoria St Station
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
10Th St Station
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
St. Paul-Minneapolis
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Target Field Station
Drive: 18 min 9.4 mi
Fridley Station
Drive: 25 min 18.8 mi
Coon Rapids-Riverdale Station
Drive: 35 min 27.0 mi
Anoka Station
Drive: 37 min 28.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
 Drive: 16 min 8.5 mi

Walkability Near The Kensington

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
73 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Calm

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Kensington.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Victoria Crossing West
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Victoria Crossing South
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Grand Place
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
The Kensington has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 16-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Irvine Park
 Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Science Museum of Minnesota
 Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area
 Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Western Park
 Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Minnesota Children's Museum
 Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
The Kensington has 5 parks within 1.7 miles, including Irvine Park, Science Museum of Minnesota, and Western Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Allina United Hospital
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
St. Joseph's Hospital
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Regions Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
The Kensington has 3 hospitals within 2.1 miles, the nearest is Allina United Hospital which is 0.9 mile away and a 16 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fort Snelling Military Reservation
Drive: 15 min 7.2 mi
The Kensington is 7.2 miles and a 15 minute drive from Fort Snelling Military Reservation.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Kensington have in-unit laundry?

The Kensington does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at The Kensington?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at The Kensington?

Parking is available at The Kensington. Contact this property for details.

Is The Kensington pet-friendly?

The Kensington does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does The Kensington have move-in specials?

The Kensington is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does The Kensington offer Matterport 3D tours?

While The Kensington does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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