Grand/Summit/River Apartments? (Minneapolis, St. Paul: hardwood floors, for rent, neighborhood)

[DannyBanany]

I will be moving up to Minneapolis either in late July or early August to start classes at The U in September. I will be splitting an apartment with two others who go to school at St. Thomas so ideally we'd like an apartment between the two schools. If we could get a place along Mississippi River Blvd. that would be FANTASTIC!!!

The trouble is, it's been kinda hard to find anything online for that area. I've looked on Craigslist and Rent.com but it seems like everything is somewhat overpicked or down in Highland which would be a hard commute for me. I'd settle for something along Grand Ave. or even as far east as Ayd Mill Rd. but if I could get closer to the two schools that would be great.

I guess my question is: Is there some unknown website just for apartments on Saint Paul's Westside or can anyone suggest a great apartment in the area? A 3 bedroom/2 bathroom would be ideal but we'd settle for a 2 bedroom as well (makes rent all the cheaper ).

Thanks!

[Cruz Azul Guy]

I don't have any suggestions for websites, you might have better luck just driving around in the desired area and looking for "for rent" signs or ask around. You mention the westside of St. Paul. Just so you don't confused yourself, the actual Westside of St. Paul isn't close to either the U of M or St. Thomas, it is actually the south central portion of the city on the west side of the Mississippi River. You'd be looking more at the St. Anthony, Como, Merriam Park and Hamline Midway areas.

St. Paul neighborhood map: About.com: http://www.stpaul.gov/DocumentView.asp?DID=5055

[afleming]

We have a couple of apartment communities that may fit your needs!
The first one is located at 215 South Dunlap Street which is located approx. 3 blocks south of Grand Avenue on Lexington (next to Ayd Mill Road). This property has a 2 bedroom for $785 (includes heat, water/sewer & trash). It is also on a bus line if that is important to you!

The other one is located at 1399 Portland Avenue. It is located just north of Grand or Summit Avenue on Snelling Avenue. This is a charming turn-of-the-century brownstone building with 9' ceilings, hardwood floors and private entrances. This property has a 2 bedroom for $895. It is located near a bus line (just a couple of blocks away - short walk).

We are a professional property management company located in St.Paul. You can check out our web site if you would like at www.midcontinentmgmt.com. These properties are featured there. You can also call me or email me to discuss more. My name is Angie and you can reach me at #651-602-7085 or afleming@midcontinentmgmt.com.

Hope to hear from you. Good luck with your move and school year!

[DannyBanany]

Angie those sound like they'd work out pretty well. I'd like to stay around Grand Avenue yet still have a quick commute to The U. Would you be able to rent a 2 bedroom to 3 people? Sorry mods, I should probably take this to DM.