713 Portland Ave

The Portland Perch Furnished 1BR Mid-Term Rental in St. Paul's Historic Hill District Fully furnished one-bedroom condo available on a lease of 1 to 6 months. Top floor of a vintage brick courtyard building between Cathedral Hill and Summit Hill. No shared walls and plenty of natural light. Ideal for travel nurses, visiting professionals, remote workers, and anyone relocating to St. Paul. THE HOME 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, about 650 sq ft. Maximum occupancy: 2 residents. - Bedroom: queen bed, dresser, closet, and TV - Full bathroom with tub/shower - Kitchen: granite counters, island cooktop, wall oven, stainless refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and coffee maker - Living room: tiled fireplace, large sectional sofa, and wall-mounted TV - Dining table for four - Dedicated workspace: desk and chair in a sunny window nook - In-unit combination washer/dryer, plus a full laundry room in the basement - Central air conditioning and forced-air heat - High-speed internet and TV included - Secure keyless entry - Built-in storage in the sofa and footstool - Fully furnished and equipped with kitchenware, linens, and household basics OUTDOOR SPACE AND PARKING - Shared third-floor patio overlooking the building's courtyard - Free street parking (no assigned space); nearby lot at Portland and St. Albans. Street parking is usually easy but fills up on Sunday mornings during nearby church services. LOCATION The Historic Hill District has tree-lined streets, Victorian architecture, and a walkable mix of shops and restaurants. Walk Score: 87. Distances are approximate. - Grand Avenue: 2 blocks - Selby Avenue and Mississippi Market co-op grocery: walking distance - Mitchell Hamline School of Law: about 0.5 mile - METRO Green Line, Dale Street station: under 1 mile, with direct service to downtown St. Paul, the University of Minnesota, and downtown Minneapolis - Minnesota State Capitol: about 1.5 miles - Downtown St. Paul: about 2 miles - United Hospital, Children's Minnesota (St. Paul), and Regions Hospital: all within about 3 miles - Macalester College and the University of St. Thomas: within about 3 miles - Downtown Minneapolis and MSP Airport: about 20 minutes by car PLEASE NOTE - Third-floor walk-up: stairs only, no elevator. - The third-floor patio is shared with other residents of the building. - No pets. The building prohibits dogs. - No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property. - Residents are expected to follow building rules and respect neighbors, including reasonable quiet between 10 PM and 8 AM. LEASE TERMS Furnished mid-term lease, 1 to 6 months. This is a fixed-term residential lease under Minnesota landlord-tenant law (Minn. Stat. Ch. 504B), professionally managed by SkyRun Vacation Rentals Twin Cities. Rent and move-in costs - Monthly rent: $2,499, due on the 1st of each month. Partial first and last months are prorated by the day. - Security deposit: $500, held and refunded according to Minnesota law. - First month's rent (or the prorated amount) is due before move-in. - Payment options: ACH bank transfer ($3 fee), credit/debit card (3% fee), or check. Cash is not accepted. - A 5% late fee applies if rent is more than 5 days late. A $50 fee applies to returned payments. Utilities included - Electric, gas, water, sewer, trash/recycling, and internet/TV are included in rent. Tenants are billed only for usage well above normal household levels. Requirements - Rental application and screening. - Renter's insurance with at least $100,000 liability and $15,000 personal property coverage; proof required before move-in. - Maximum 2 residents. - No pets. - No smoking or vaping. Damage or cleaning costs from smoking are a lease violation and may be deducted from the security deposit as permitted by Minnesota law. - No subletting or short-term rental of the home. Move-in and move-out - Move-in and move-out times are scheduled with management, including a key handoff and walkthrough. - Early termination requires written approval. Military (SCRA) termination rights are honored. Maintenance - Snow removal, pest control, and major repairs are handled by management. Tenants handle routine items such as furnace filters and smoke detector batteries. Furnished mid-term lease, available for stays of 30 days to 6 months. This is a fixed-term residential lease under Minnesota landlord-tenant law (Minn. Stat. Ch. 504B), professionally managed by SkyRun Vacation Rentals Twin Cities. Rent & move-in costs - Monthly rent: Due on the 1st of each month. Partial first and last months are prorated by the day. - Security deposit: one month's rent, held and refunded according to Minnesota law. - First month's rent, or the prorated amount, is due before move-in. - Payment options: ACH bank transfer ($3 fee), credit/debit card (3% fee), or check. Cash is not accepted. - A 5% late fee applies if rent is more than 5 days late. A $50 fee applies to returned payments. Utilities included - Electric, gas/propane, water, sewer, trash/recycling, and internet/TV are all included in rent. Tenants are billed only for usage well above normal household levels. Pets - No pets are allowed in this property. Requirements - Renter's insurance with at least $100,000 liability and $15,000 personal property coverage, with proof required before move-in. - Maximum occupancy: 2 overnight residents. - No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property - No subletting or short-term rental of the home. Move-in / move-out - Check-in at 4PM on the start date. Check-out at 11AM on the end date. Early termination requires written approval. Military (SCRA) termination rights are honored. Maintenance - Lawn care, snow removal, pest control, and major repairs are handled by management. Tenants handle routine items such as furnace filters and smoke detector batteries.