franklin avenue apartment
August 14, 2015 - Review from Apartments.com
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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- Studio–2 Bedrooms
- $1,080-$1,480 Total Monthly Price
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$925 - $1,325Required Monthly Fees$155Total Monthly Price$1,080 - $1,480 - 400–900 Square Feet
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 located in the Stevens Square Neighborhood and 55404 Zip code of Minneapolis, MN. This community is professionally managed by Hornig Companies, Inc.
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Office Hours
| 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 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
242 West Franklin Ave offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,080 and having 400–900 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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0BR/1.0BA
$1,080
Studio, 1 Bath, 400 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent$925Required Monthly Fees$155Total Monthly Price$1,080Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit Photos $1,080 Available Now 310 400 $500 Unit 310 Gallery
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Unit 310 Amenities and Features
Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Unique Features
- heat
Unit 310 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,080Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $925Required Monthly Fees: $155
Deposit
- $500 deposit
Unit Description
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 a breeze with the help of elevators, carports and limited off street parking. Many restaurants and stores within walking distance. The #2 bus line is right across the street. Fixed Monthly Charges: Electric paid to provider Rubs water/sewer variable* RUBS Processing Fee $6.00 Trash $15.00 Minimum Liability Policy** $10.50 LLI Processing Fee** $4.50 Optional Monthly Charges: $50 Covered Carport if available Cat $25.00 6 Month Lease $75.00 9 Month Lease $50.00 Storage site specific *See utility addendum for full disclosure **Liability insurance fees are waived for renters that provide the Declarations Page of their own Renter's Insurance Policy
Model Lease Information
Price
- $1,080Total Monthly Price
Apartment Unit: 310Apartment Model: 0BR/1.0BA$1,080Studio, 1 Bath, 400 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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Unit: 310 - Image 7 1 Bedroom
1BR/1.0BA
From $1,160
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 740 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable Sep 1Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$1,005 - $1,025Required Monthly Fees$155Total Monthly Price$1,160 - $1,180Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit Photos View Details $1,160 September 1, 2026 204 740 $500 $1,180 September 1, 2026 304 740 $500 $1,180 September 1, 2026 305 740 $500 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Windows
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,160 - $1,180Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $1,005 - $1,025Required Monthly Fees: $155
Deposit
- $500 deposit
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Unit 204 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,160Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $1,005Required Monthly Fees: $155
Deposit
- $500 deposit
Unit Description
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 a breeze with the help of elevators, carports and limited off street parking. Many restaurants and stores within walking distance. The #2 bus line is right across the street. Fixed Monthly Charges: Electric paid to provider Rubs water/sewer variable* RUBS Processing Fee $6.00 Trash $15.00 Minimum Liability Policy** $10.50 LLI Processing Fee** $4.50 Optional Monthly Charges: Carport Parking: $50 Based on availability, Cat $25.00 6 Month Lease $75.00 9 Month Lease $50.00 Storage site specific *See utility addendum for full disclosure **Liability insurance fees are waived for renters that provide the Declarations Page of their own Renter's Insurance Policy
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,160 - $1,180Total Monthly Price
Unit 304 Gallery
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Unit 304 Amenities and Features
Unique Features
- Heat
Unit 304 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,180Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $1,025Required Monthly Fees: $155
Deposit
- $500 deposit
Unit Description
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 a breeze with the help of elevators, carports and limited off street parking. Many restaurants and stores within walking distance. The #2 bus line is right across the street. Fixed Monthly Charges: Electric paid to provider Rubs water/sewer variable* RUBS Processing Fee $6.00 Trash $15.00 Minimum Liability Policy** $10.50 LLI Processing Fee** $4.50 Optional Monthly Charges: $50 Covered Carport if available Cat $25.00 6 Month Lease $75.00 9 Month Lease $50.00 Storage site specific *See utility addendum for full disclosure **Liability insurance fees are waived for renters that provide the Declarations Page of their own Renter's Insurance Policy
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,160 - $1,180Total Monthly Price
Unit 305 Gallery
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Unit 305 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,180Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $1,025Required Monthly Fees: $155
Deposit
- $500 deposit
Unit Description
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 a breeze with the help of elevators, carports and limited off street parking. Many restaurants and stores within walking distance. The #2 bus line is right across the street. Fixed Monthly Charges: Electric paid to provider Rubs water/sewer variable* RUBS Processing Fee $6.00 Trash $15.00 Minimum Liability Policy** $10.50 LLI Processing Fee** $4.50 Optional Monthly Charges: $50 Covered Carport if available Cat $25.00 6 Month Lease $75.00 9 Month Lease $50.00 Storage site specific *See utility addendum for full disclosure **Liability insurance fees are waived for renters that provide the Declarations Page of their own Renter's Insurance Policy
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,160 - $1,180Total Monthly Price
Apartment Unit: 204Apartment Model: 1BR/1.0BA$1,1601 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 740 sq ftAvailable September 1, 2026![]()
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Unit: 204 - Image 8 Apartment Unit: 304Apartment Model: 1BR/1.0BA$1,1801 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 740 sq ftAvailable September 1, 2026![]()
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Unit: 304 - Image 8 Apartment Unit: 305Apartment Model: 1BR/1.0BA$1,1801 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 740 sq ftAvailable September 1, 2026![]()
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Unit: 305 - Image 10 2 Bedrooms
2BR/1.0BA
$1,480
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent$1,325Required Monthly Fees$155Total Monthly Price$1,480Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit Photos $1,480 Available Now 301 900 $500 Unit 301 Gallery
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Unit 301 Amenities and Features
Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Unit 301 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,480Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $1,325Required Monthly Fees: $155
Deposit
- $500 deposit
Unit Description
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 a breeze with the help of elevators, carports and limited off street parking. Many restaurants and stores within walking distance. The #2 bus line is right across the street. Fixed Monthly Charges: Electric paid to provider Rubs water/sewer variable* RUBS Processing Fee $6.00 Trash $15.00 Minimum Liability Policy** $10.50 LLI Processing Fee** $4.50 Optional Monthly Charges: $50 Covered Carport if available Cat $25.00 6 Month Lease $75.00 9 Month Lease $50.00 Storage site specific *See utility addendum for full disclosure **Liability insurance fees are waived for renters that provide the Declarations Page of their own Renter's Insurance Policy
Model Lease Information
Price
- $1,480Total Monthly Price
Apartment Unit: 301Apartment Model: 2BR/1.0BA$1,4802 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
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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.
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Property Information
- 34 Units
- 3 Stories
- Built in 1961
Lease Terms
- 6, 9, 12 mo
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
Required Fees
One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$50.00
- Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - RefundableiCharged per unit.$500.00
Utilities
- Utility - Water/SeweriCharged per unit.Varies/mo
- Liability InsuranceiCharged per unit.$15.00/mo
- Trash Admin FeeiCharged per unit.$15.00/mo
- 6 month leaseiCharged per unit.$75.00/mo
- 9 Month LeaseiCharged per unit.$50.00/mo
- 12 Month LeaseiCharged per unit.$0.00/mo
Other Fees and Policies
Pet Fees
- Cat
- Pet DepositiMax of 2. Charged per Pet.$300.00
- Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged per Pet.$25.00/mo
Parking Fees
- Covered
- Parking FeeiCharged per vehicle.$50.00/mo
- Surface Lot
Additional Parking Options
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.
Features and Amenities
Interior Features
- Windows
- High Speed Internet Access
Map
242 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
- Shopping
- Colleges
- Grocery
- Medical
- Parks
- Transportation
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Getting Around
90 / 100 Exceptionally walkable
90 / 100 Exceptional public transit
60 / 100 Moderately bikeable
60 / 100 Moderately car friendly
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90 / 100 Restaurants
90 / 100 Cafes
90 / 100 Nightlife
80 / 100 Shopping
70 / 100 Parks
40 / 100 Noise Level
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Frequently Asked Questions about 242 West Franklin Ave
Where is 242 West Franklin Ave located?
242 West Franklin Ave is located at 242 W Franklin Ave near the Stevens Square area of Minneapolis, MN
What is the current rent range at 242 West Franklin Ave?
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at 242 West Franklin Ave currently range from $1,080 to $1,480
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for 242 West Franklin Ave are
- 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
- Sunday Closed
Are pets allowed?
Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets
Renters Reviews and Ratings
the franklin apartment
July 26, 2015 - Review from Apartments.com
clean and quiet with a nice layout. Close to downtown Minneapolis and freeways. Shopping steps away and places to eat.
Nearby Schools
Anwatin Middle Com & Spanish D I
Minneapolis Public School Dist.
256 Upton Avenue South
Public School - Grades 6-8 (334 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away
North Academy Senior High
Minneapolis Public School Dist.
1500 James Avenue North
Public School - Grades 9-12 (487 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.3 miles away
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from 242 West Franklin Ave.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Aldi
1311 E Franklin Ave
3 minute drive / 1.22 miles away
Target
3601 Highway 100 S
7 minute drive / 3.62 miles away
Costco
5801 W 16th St
7 minute drive / 3.65 miles away
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Aldi
1311 E Franklin Ave
3 minute drive / 1.22 miles away
Cub Foods
2850 S 26th Ave
4 minute drive / 2.24 miles away
Hospitals
Children's Hospitals & Clinics Of Minnesota
2525 Chicago Avenue South
2 minute drive / 0.89 miles away
Military Bases
Fort Snelling Military Reservation
12 minute drive / 5.92 miles away
Parks and Recreation
242 West Franklin Ave has 5 parks within 2.8 miles, including Loring Park, Lake of the Isles, Powderhorn Park, Cedar Lake, and The Grand Rounds.
Shopping Centers
242 West Franklin Ave has 5 shopping centers within 0.9 miles.
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis Studio Apartments | $1,324 | $635 | $2,584 |
| Minneapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,653 | $500 | $6,639 |
| Minneapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $280 | $10,000+ |
| Minneapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,576 | $739 | $10,000+ |
| Minneapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,415 | $649 | $7,599 |
| Minneapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,127 | $650 | $6,698 |
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