Southwood Flats
520 James Ave, Mankato, MN 56001
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| Plus Fees | Bedrooms | Bathrooms | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,004 - $1,204 | 1 - 2 Beds | 1 - 2 | 1 Bath | 1 Bath | 756 - 1,008 sq. ft. |
| 12 Month Lease |
Pricing and Floor Plans
1 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 2)
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1 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 1)
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2 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 2)
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2 Bed, 1 Bath (Phase 1)
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Details
Lease Term Options
- 12 mo
Property Information
- Built in 1971
- 153 units / 3 stories
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
- Application Fee Per Applicant$50
- Surface Lot
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Property Highlights
- Fiber Internet
- Fiber Optic Internet
- Heat
- Off Street Parking
- Off-Street Permit Parking
- On Bus Route
- On-Site Laundry
- Pet Friendly
- Resident Benefits
- Sewer
- Trash
- Water
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Balcony
- Cable Ready
- Carpet
- Deck
- Dining Room
- Dishwasher
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Kitchen
- Lawn
- Linen Closet
- Microwave
- Office
- Oven
- Patio
- Porch
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Tub/Shower
- Vinyl Flooring
- Wi-Fi
- Window Coverings
- Yard
Community Features
- Laundry Facilities
- Online Services
- Recycling
- Utilities Included
- Walk To Campus
- Walk-Up
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable40 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable40 / 100
Soundscore ™
Calm82 / 100
Moving to University, Mankato, MN
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Southwood Flats proximity to University Square, Stadium Centre, and 100-299 Balcerzak Dr. University Square is 0.8 miles away, and Stadium Centre is within a 20 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Southwood Flats are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 2.3 miles, including Rasmussen Woods-Elk's Nature Center and Mount Kato.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Jefferson Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
St. Joseph-St. John School
Grades K-5
Private
Dakota Meadows Junior High School
Grades 6-8
Public
Risen Savior Lutheran School
Grades K-8
Private
Mankato West Senior High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Mankato Christian Academy
Grades 9-12
Private
Grace Christian School
Grades PK-12
Private
Special Education
Grades PK-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Minnesota State University
Walk: 10 min (0.5 mi)
About Southwood Flats
Southwood Flats, part of the Atwood Management family of unique campus communities, is conveniently located just down the street from Minnesota State University – Mankato (MSU). Our pet-friendly community offers off-street permit parking, on-site... laundry, and spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments. Each home features a dining area overlooking the living room, a private balcony or patio, air conditioning, and high-speed internet access.
For a limited time, application fees are waived! Plus, if you sign a lease for the 2026–2027 lease term, you'll be entered for a chance to win six months of free rent.
You'll love calling Southwood Flats home. Section 8 vouchers are accepted.
Southwood Flats, part of the Atwood Management family of unique campus communities, is conveniently located just down the street from Minnesota State University – Mankato (MSU). Our pet-friendly community offers off-street permit parking, on-site laundry, and spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments. Each home features a dining area overlooking the living room, a private balcony or patio, air conditioning, and high-speed internet access.
For a limited time, application fees are waived! Plus, if you sign a lease for the 2026–2027 lease term, you'll be entered for a chance to win six months of free rent.
You'll love calling Southwood Flats home. Section 8 vouchers are accepted.
Southwood Flats is an apartment community in Mankato, MN

Contact
Mankato, MN 56001
- SundayCLOSED
- Monday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- SaturdayCLOSED

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