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    Mechanic Avenue Apartments

    1881 Mechanic Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55119

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  • Special offer! SUMMER SPECIAL FIRST MONTH RENT FREE!

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  • Apartment building
    1-2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    Parking lot
    Air conditioning (window unit)
    Shared laundry

    Available units

    This listing now includes required monthly fees in the total monthly price.

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    Unit
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    Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnTotal monthly price, sorted ascending
    Unit 203
    1 bd, 1 ba
    645
    Now
    $950
    Unit 111
    1 bd, 1 ba
    645
    Now
    $950
    Unit 202
    2 bd, 1 ba
    850
    Now
    $1,200

    What's special

    Secure entry buildingLarge closetsOff-street parkingIn-wall air conditioningFunctional floor plansOn-site laundry
    1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments | Greater Eastside Saint Paul | Pet Friendly | Move-In Specials | Section 8 Welcome | Rubs included Welcome to Mechanic Avenue Apartments, where comfort and convenience come together under new management. Located in Saint Paul's Greater Eastside neighborhood, our spacious 1 and 2-bedroom apartment homes offer functional floor plans, large closets, and everyday comforts you'll love. Enjoy in-wall air conditioning, a secure entry building, on-site laundry, off-street parking, and professional management. With quick access to Downtown Saint Paul, I-94, I-494, Metro Transit, shopping, restaurants, parks, and schools, everything you need is just minutes away. JULY MOVE-IN SPECIAL (12-Month Lease Required) July Move-In Special First Month's Rent FREE (12-month lease required). Rubs are included in Rent. Apartment Features Spacious 1 & 2 Bedroom Floor Plans Large Closets In-Wall Air Conditioning Bright Living Areas Community Amenities Secure Entry Building On-Site Laundry Off-Street Parking Professional Management Pet-Friendly Community Location Highlights Greater Eastside Saint Paul Minutes from Downtown Easy access to I-94 & I-494 Near Sun Ray Shopping Center Close to shopping, dining, parks & Metro Transit Rental Requirements Income must be 2.5x monthly rent Minimum 580 credit score (flexible review) Positive rental history preferred Background check required No recent evictions preferred Pet Policy Up to 2 pets (cats or small dogs) $250 non-refundable pet fee per pet $25/month pet rent per pet Application Details $65 application fee per adult All adults (18+) must apply Applications accepted after touring Residents pay all utilities Section 8 vouchers are welcome. Schedule your tour today and take advantage of our limited-time July Move-In Special!
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    Mon - Fri:9 am - 5 pm
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    Sun:Closed

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    Building Amenities

    Other
    • Laundry: Shared
    Outdoor common areas
    • Playground
    Services & facilities
    • 24 Hour Maintenance
    • On-site Management
    • Online Maintenance Portal
    • Online Rent Payment
    • Spanish Speaking Staff

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Freezer
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    Cooling
    • Window Mounted Air Conditioning
    Flooring
    • Carpet
    • Hardwood
    • Vinyl
    Heating
    • Electric
    • Gas
    Other
    • Laundry Room

    Policies

    Parking
    • Parking Lot
    Lease terms
    • Monthly
    • More than 1 year
    • One year
    Pet essentials
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    • Small dogsAllowed
      Number allowed1
    • CatsAllowed
      Number allowed2
    • Large dogs
      Large dogs are not allowed
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    Neighborhood: Greater Eastside

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    Somewhat Bikeable

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    Frequently asked questions

    Mechanic Avenue Apartments is located at 1881 Mechanic Ave in Greater Eastside, Saint Paul, MN. The surrounding area includes approximately 13 restaurants and cafes within 1 mile, such as Pappy's Chicago Style Eatery, The Little Oven, and Sojourners Cafe.

    The nearest public transit stop is Bus Stop - White Bear Ave & Maryland Ave, approximately 0.4 miles away.

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the average rent across all unit types in Saint Paul is currently $1,200 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    Mechanic Avenue Apartments is located within 0.5 miles of 3M Plaza, 0.6 miles of Roosevelt Community Center, and 0.6 miles of Beaver Lake.

    Mechanic Avenue Apartments is located near 3 grocery stores, including 0.5 miles from 7 Bears Liquors, 0.6 miles from Supermercado Loma Bonita, and 0.7 miles from Corner Express Foods. Additional shopping options, including BP, are approximately 0.3 miles away.

    The total price for an apartment unit in Mechanic Avenue Apartments ranges from $950 to $1,200. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.

    Rent in Saint Paul has decreased by $95 month-over-month, according to the latest Zillow rental data.

    The schools assigned to Mechanic Avenue Apartments include Battle Creek Middle School, Hazel Park Preparatory Academy, and Johnson Senior High School.

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