242 West Franklin Ave

242 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404

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242 West Franklin Ave
Total Monthly Price
$1,055 - $1,080
Bedrooms
Studio
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Sq. Ft.
400 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

0BR/1.0BA

$1,055 - $1,080 Total Monthly Price
Studio, 1 Bath
400 Sq. Ft.
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2 Available Units
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
310
$1,080
400
Now
210
$1,055
400
Now
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 6 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1961
  • 34 units3 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

  • Liability Insurance
    $15 / mo
  • Trash Admin Fee
    $15 / mo
  • 9 Month Lease
    $50 / mo
  • 6 month lease
    $75 / mo
  • 12 Month Lease
    N/A

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $50

Due at Move-In

  • Security Deposit - Refundable
    $500

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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Apartment Features

  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free

Community Features

  • Utilities Included

Map of 242 West Franklin Ave

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable

Transit

Exceptional public transit

Driveability

Moderately drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

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Soundscore

Busy

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Transit

Commuter Rail

8 min Drive

Northstar Commuter Rail

Airport

Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain

23 min Drive

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International

Moving to Stevens Square, Minneapolis, MN

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 242 West Franklin Ave proximity to Village Center. Village Center is 0.4 miles away.

Commuting

With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Stevens Square is exceptional public transit. Within 22 miles of 242 West Franklin Ave, you’ll find Nicollet Mall Station, Warehouse District/Hennepin Avenue Station, and Government Plaza Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 242 West Franklin Ave are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 0.9 miles, including Stevens Square Park, Washburn Fair Oaks Park, and Loring Park.

Airports

Living in Stevens Square provides easy access to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain, located just 21 minutes from 242 West Franklin Ave.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Kenwood Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

Emerson Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 1 out of 10

Anwatin Middle Com & Spanish D I

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

City of Lakes Waldorf School

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 1 out of 10

Lincoln International School

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

North Academy Senior High

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Gaia Democratic School

Grades K-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Minneapolis College Walk: 18 min (1 mi)
University of St. Thomas Drive: 4 min (1.2 mi)
North Central University Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
Augsburg College Drive: 6 min (3.3 mi)

About 242 West Franklin Ave

242 West Franklin Avenue sits between downtown and uptown Minneapolis near lovely Stevens Square Park. Spacious apartments with large windows can be enjoyed by you and your cat (s) (2 cats allowed). Moving in will be an ease with the help of… elevators, carports and limited off-street parking. Card operated laundry available in the building. Mortimer’s Bar and Restaurant, The Lowry and Rinata Restaurant are within walking distance. The #2 bus line is conveniently located nearby.

242 West Franklin Ave is an apartment community in Minneapolis, MN

Contact

Property Address:
242 W Franklin Ave,
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Phone Number: (952) 206-8640
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
242 West Franklin Ave

Renter Reviews

For 242 West Franklin Ave

5.0

2 Ratings & Reviews

  • 8/15/15

    franklin avenue apartment

    Good location close to downtown. Close to bus and free off street parking. Clean and fresh apartments. Lots of places to eat and coffee shops are a close walk.

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