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Inspire

2837 Emerson Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408

Floor Plan Summary
Total Monthly Price Bedrooms Bathrooms
$1,392 - $3,022 Studio - 2 1 - 2.5

Rent Specials

Limited-Time Savings on Select Apartment Homes! Enjoy $500 Off Studios, $1,500 Off 1-Bedrooms, $2,500 Off 2-Bedrooms, & $3000 Off Townhomes — Offer Ends September 29th *Limited time offer. Restrictions apply. Specials, pricing and availability subject to change daily. Contact the leasing office for details.

Pricing and Floor Plans

A8 0x1

$1,482 - $1,537
Studio, 1 Bath
644 Sq. Ft.

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Sep. 20
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
CE436
$1,537
644
9/20/26
CW314
$1,507
644
10/8/26
CW214
$1,482
644
10/22/26

A7 0x1

$1,467
Studio, 1 Bath
636 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
E140
$1,467
636
Now

A1 0x1

$1,392
Studio, 1 Bath
518 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 27
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
427
$1,392
518
8/27/26

A6 0x1

$1,457
Studio, 1 Bath
633 Sq. Ft.

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Sep. 10
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
CE337
$1,457
633
9/10/26

B06 1x1

$1,631 - $1,681
1 Bed, 1 Bath
719 - 770 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
524
$1,631
719
Now
208
$1,646
719
9/3/26
610
$1,681
719
9/10/26

B21 1x1

$1,802 - $1,822
1 Bed, 1 Bath
860 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
N324
$1,822
860
Now
N220
$1,802
860
10/27/26
N120
$1,802
860
12/10/26

B19 1x1

$1,727 - $1,767
1 Bed, 1 Bath
856 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 13
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
514
$1,732
856
8/13/26
614
$1,767
856
8/26/26
414
$1,727
856
9/5/26

B16 1x1

$1,742 - $1,767
1 Bed, 1 Bath
802 - 880 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 21
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
W408
$1,742
802
8/21/26
CW407
$1,767
880
9/10/26
E138
$1,742
802
9/25/26

B13 1x1

$1,597 - $1,602
1 Bed, 1 Bath
797 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
CW305
$1,597
797
Now
CW409
$1,602
797
9/3/26

B10 1x1

$1,777 - $1,792
1 Bed, 1 Bath
785 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
E340
$1,792
785
Now
W503
$1,777
785
9/10/26

B29 1x1

$1,902 - $1,947
1 Bed, 1 Bath
942 - 989 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
218
$1,902
989
Now
618
$1,947
942
Now

B20 1x1

$1,792 - $1,887
1 Bed, 1 Bath
858 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 13
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
CW604
$1,887
858
8/13/26
CW204
$1,792
858
9/27/26

B12 1x1

$1,797
1 Bed, 1 Bath
802 Sq. Ft.

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Sep. 10
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
N313
$1,797
802
9/10/26
N330
$1,797
802
10/11/26

B15 1x1

$1,717 - $1,742
1 Bed, 1 Bath
828 Sq. Ft.

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Sep. 23
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
CN225
$1,717
828
9/23/26
CN125
$1,742
828
11/5/26

B14 1x1

$1,712
1 Bed, 1 Bath
825 Sq. Ft.

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Oct. 2
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
N217
$1,712
825
10/2/26
N219
$1,712
825
10/24/26

B26 1x1.5

$1,947 - $2,067
1 Bed, 1 Bath
929 Sq. Ft.

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Oct. 10
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
626
$2,067
929
10/10/26
226
$1,947
929
10/13/26

B23 1x1

$1,902
1 Bed, 1 Bath
882 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 12
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
412
$1,902
882
8/12/26

B25 1x1

$1,807
1 Bed, 1 Bath
924 Sq. Ft.

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Sep. 10
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
CW503
$1,807
924
9/10/26

B30 1x1.5

$2,212
1 Bed, 1 Bath
991 Sq. Ft.

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Sep. 16
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
CE648
$2,212
991
9/16/26

B05 1x1

$1,572
1 Bed, 1 Bath
728 Sq. Ft.

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Oct. 8
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
CN119
$1,572
728
10/8/26

B02 1x1

$1,677
1 Bed, 1 Bath
678 Sq. Ft.

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Oct. 9
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
CW613
$1,677
678
10/9/26

B18 1x1

$1,832
1 Bed, 1 Bath
853 Sq. Ft.

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Oct. 13
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
W509
$1,832
853
10/13/26

C18 2x2.5den

$2,872 - $3,022
2 Beds, 2.5 Baths
1,528 - 1,605 Sq. Ft.

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3 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
THC2820
$3,022
1,528
Now
THA2814
$3,007
1,605
Now
THA2812
$2,872
1,528
Now

C11 2x2

$2,502
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,232 Sq. Ft.

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Aug. 18
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
413
$2,502
1,232
8/18/26

C08 2x2

$2,357
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,165 Sq. Ft.

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Oct. 15
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
E132
$2,357
1,165
10/15/26
* 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

Property Information

  • Built in 2014
  • 387 units / 6 stories

Fees and Policies

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

Utilities & Essentials

  • Community Amenity Fee
    $19 / mo
  • Utility Billing Admin Fee
    $8 / mo

One-Time Basics

  • Deposit
    Varies by unit
  • Refundable Security Deposit
    Varies by unit

Due at Application

  • Nonrefundable Move-In Fee
    $175
  • Application Fee
    $50

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

  • 11-foot ceilings *
  • 14 ft Ceilings
  • 1st Floor
  • 2nd Balcony
  • 2nd Floor
  • 3rd Floor
  • 4th Floor
  • 5th Floor
  • 6th Floor
  • 6th-floor Sky Lounge w/ Entertaining Terrace

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Double Vanities
  • Granite Countertops
  • Island Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Smoke Free
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Washer/Dryer

Community Features

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Business Center
  • Cabana
  • Conference Rooms
  • Controlled Access
  • Courtyard
  • Fitness Center
  • Gameroom
  • Lounge
  • Package Service

Map of Inspire

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Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable90 / 100

Transit

Strong public transit80 / 100

Driveability

Fairly drivable50 / 100

Bikeability

Exceptionally bikeable90 / 100

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Soundscore

Active75 / 100

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Transit

Commuter Rail
10 min Drive
Airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
21 min Drive
MSP

Moving to Uptown Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Inspire proximity to Uptown Row, 900 W Lake St, and Lund's Marketplace. Uptown Row is 0.2 miles away, and 900 W Lake St is within a 6 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 80, Inspire has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 22.6 miles. Transit options include Warehouse District/Hennepin Avenue Station and Nicollet Mall Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Inspire are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 0.9 miles, including Bryant Square Park, Mueller Park, and Lake Calhoun Park.

Airports

Living in Uptown Minneapolis provides easy access to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain, located just 21 minutes from Inspire.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

2 rating

Whittier International

Grades PK-5

Public

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Andersen Community

Grades PK-8

Public

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City of Lakes Waldorf School

Grades PK-8

Private

6 rating

South Senior High School

Grades 9-12

Public

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Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Twin Cities

Grades 9-12

Private

1 rating

Utec Campus

Grades 9-12

Public

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Minneapolis College

Drive: 6 min (1.8 mi)

University of St. Thomas

Drive: 7 min (2.3 mi)

North Central University

Drive: 8 min (2.8 mi)

Augsburg College

Drive: 9 min (4.1 mi)

About Inspire

An elevated lifestyle deserves luxurious surroundings. With high style and unparalleled amenities, our apartments and townhomes provide an impressive setting for upscale living. Live in a spacious studio, 1, or 2-bedroom apartment featuring stunning... layouts and high-end editions like designer lighting, granite countertops, and glass tile backsplashes. Relax at in the luxury pool, or host your friends for a fun game night in the Game Room. Insist on excellence - upgrade your lifestyle at Inspire Apartments.Inspire is an apartment community in Hennepin County and the 55408 ZIP Code along the Greenway bike path and near the Chain of Lakes. You'll live within the Minneapolis Public School District school zone and three miles from downtown Minneapolis. App Fee ($50) Security Deposit ($500), Move-In($175) NSF($55) Pet Rent ($50) Pet Deposit($300) Pet Fee($300) Fob Fee($175) Remote/Garage($50) Lock Change($200)

Inspire is an apartment community in Minneapolis, MN

Weidner Apartments Homes

Contact

Property Address:
2837 Emerson Ave S,
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Phone Number: (612) 482-2296
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • 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
  • Saturday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Renter Reviews

For Inspire

4.2

70 Ratings & Reviews

7/28/26

I'd Give 3 Stars Overall, But 2 Based On This Site's Description of "OK"

Pros:
The buildings were constructed at the beginning of the "new build" era for modern apartments with amenities. So while the appliances need to be updated and the finishings show wear, the footprints are larger than a lot of new builds. Plenty of storage. And there is less noise in my unit from neighbors than any other apartment I have rented in years. I've also met a few nice people! Location is great for access to lakes, but the neighborhood is in a bit of strange transition.

Maintenance...
is helpful and has addressed items submitted through the ticketing system, even if instances have required me to follow up with management due to poor coordination.

Cons:
Deliveries are a consistent nightmare. Property management could resolve things with larger organizations (such as Amazon) directly, but it appears using a vendor *we* tenants pay for to assist in deliveries is the easier solution. Very annoying for grocery and other "realtime" deliveries. Things are consistently brought to the wrong building, even though the buildings have their own specific addresses.

The pool is still not open at the east building on 7/23/2026. The summer is almost half over. And the rationale that we can all just walk to another building to use their pool is lazy and unacceptable. We're paying the bills, you should administer. Simple.

The bedroom in my unit has an unsightly stain in the middle of the room. I was told prior to move in they would only replace the carpet if it was beyond "normal wear and tear." I guess according to Weidner property management, having it look like someone defecated on the floor of your bedroom is "normal wear and tear." I disagree and now need a rug on my carpet (to trip over) to avoid unnecessary embarrassment.

When touring, if you notice the lobby and shared spaces in the "center" building are clean and nice, it may be because management has their offices there. The stairwells in the east building need some serious attention. Cleaning, paint, fixture repairs. Having to use the doors is gross. The garage smells like it hasn't been cleaned in years. There is no ventilation in the upper floor hallways, so it usually smells like marijuana, filth, or garbage. Not sure why a simple exhaust fan can't be implemented.

Overall:
If you're looking for a budget-friendlier option to nicer or newer buildings, this is something to consider. Keep in mind, even with what feels like high rent these days, you'll still get what you pay for comparably.

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9/11/23

safety issues - Don’t live here!

Constant shootings and large parties almost every weekend. Work orders are closed with no action. Increasing fees added to rent each year. Most amenities are never open or in a poor state of repair.

Avoid greystar they take your $$ and run!

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Property Manager at Inspire responded to this review

Hello, we regret to hear that you had a negative experience with us, but would appreciate the chance to turn your experience around. Give us a call at 612-509-5280 to chat about this further.

Thank you,
Karen Johnson
Community Manager

8/5/23

Verified Renter

Not generally a fan of getting shot at, for one. Add to that horrendous rent rates, utilities charged at 3x what the city is charging, requiring to use a commercial trash account, and we have told everyone we could to avoid Elan, and all Greystar properties, in the future.

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Property Manager at Inspire responded to this review

We regret to hear that you had a negative experience with us, We can assure that that we have been addressing any and all concerns brought to our attention in a timely fashion. I would greatly appreciate your patience and understanding as we... navigate through these issues, and work to provide a better experience for our resident.

Thank you,
Karen Johnson
Community Manager

6/28/23

Verified Renter

Great amenities. As long as the pool’s not closed because of outside guest partying with glass ruining it for all residents.

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Property Manager at Inspire responded to this review

Hi Verified Resident - Thank you for your feedback and review, as all feedback is important. We are glad to hear that you are finding value in your living experience at Elan Uptown!

Thank You,
Karen Johnson
Community Manager

4/24/23

Verified Renter

I feel right at home at Elan Uptown. The management is excellent & always supportive when needed. The location is walking distance or a close drive to many great restaurants & hiking areas. Me & my pup love it here!

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Property Manager at Inspire responded to this review

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. You definitely made our day with your rating! We hope you have a wonderful day!

Thank you,
Karen Johnson
Community Manager

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