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2312 1st Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404
(763) 292-3307
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First Place Apartments

2312 1st Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(763) 292-3307
First Place Apartments in Minneapolis, MN - Building Photo
  • 2 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,268Total Monthly Price
  • 705Square Feet

Rent Specials

First Month FREE!~~First Month FREE Rent! Conditions apply; select units. Call today for details!

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About First Place Apartments

Live in the heart of South Minneapolis! This is one of the most popular and vibrant areas to live in Minneapolis, with close proximity to popular lakes- including Bde Mke Ska, Lake of the Isles and Lake Harriet. Shopping, dining, nightlife & entertainment are within blocks in every direction as well as the famous "Eat-Street" featuring some of the best and most authentic ethnic restaurants Minneapolis has to offer! Hop on one of many bus stops or the nearby light rail to head to downtown Minneapolis just a quick ride away or skip the busy traffic and take your bike to the Midtown Greenway, from South Minneapolis go west to St. Louis Park or go east to St. Paul.

First Place Apartments is located in the Whittier Neighborhood and 55404 Zip code of Minneapolis, MN. This community is professionally managed by KRC Apartments

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

First Place Apartments offers 2 Bedroom apartments having 705 sqft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 2 Bedrooms

      2 Bedroom

      2 Beds, 1 Bath, 705 sq ft
       

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,268Call for Availability2 Bedroom705 sq ft

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Ceiling Fans
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Free

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Model Lease Information

      Model Price

      • $1,268
    Price shown is total price including community-supplied monthly required fees. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Call us at: (763) 292-3307 to schedule a tour.

    Property Information

    Lease Terms

    • 6 mo, 12+ mo

    Fees and Policies

    The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

    Required Fees

    One-Time Move-In Fees

    Due at Application
    Application Fee (Per Applicant)$50
    Pre-Lease DepositiThis deposit will be applied to the security deposit.$400

    Utilities & Essentials

    RUBS_Water/SewerVaries
    Monthly Utility Bill Processing Fee$4.95/mo
    RUBS_Trash Removal$13.75/mo

    Other Fees

    Pet Fees

    Cat

    Pet Fee$200
    Pet Deposit$0
    Pet Rent$0/mo

    Cats

    • 2 Pet Limit
    Restrictions:

    Parking Fees

    Surface Lot

    Parking Fee$0/mo

    Additional Parking Options

    Surface Lot

    Storage Fees

    Bike Storage

    Storage Fee$0

    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

    Unique Amenities

    • RUBS_Trash Removal

    On-Site Services

    • Recycling
    • Laundry Facilities

    Interior Features

    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Disposal
    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
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    Map

    2312 1st Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday8:00 am–4:30 pm
    Tuesday8:00 am–4:30 pm
    Wednesday8:00 am–4:30 pm
    Thursday8:00 am–4:30 pm
    Friday8:00 am–4:30 pm
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    94 / 100

    Walker’s Paradise

    Daily errands do not require a car

    Bike Score®

    93 / 100

    Biker's Paradise

    Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

    Transit Score®

    60 / 100

    Good Transit

    Many nearby public transportation options

    Frequently Asked Questions about First Place Apartments

    Where is First Place Apartments located?

    First Place Apartments is located at 2312 1st Ave S near the Whittier area of Minneapolis, MN

    What is the current rent range at First Place Apartments?

    Call us today for rates on the 2 Bedroom option at First Place Apartments

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for First Place Apartments are
    • Monday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
    • Tuesday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
    • Wednesday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
    • Thursday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
    • Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Are there any rent specials?

    The current rent special at First Place Apartments is: First Month FREE!~~First Month FREE Rent! Conditions apply; select units. Call today for details!.

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The First Place Apartments Apartments are 33.6% cheaper than the average apartment in the Whittier area, and 41.6% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Whittier Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$1,268$1,910-$642-33.6%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Minneapolis

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$1,268$2,170-$902-41.6%

      Methodology: On 11/13/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 240 other apartment communities in the immediate area around First Place Apartments (Whittier), and 2180 other apartment communities in Minneapolis using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 11/13/2025

    • Transit Friendly 3.6

      Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

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    Nearby Schools

    Whittier International

    Minneapolis Public School Dist.
    315 WEST 26TH ST
    Public School - Grades PK-5 (361 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
    2/10

    Andersen Community

    Minneapolis Public School Dist.
    1098 Andersen Lane
    Public School - Grades PK-8 (747 Students)
    In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away

    South Senior High

    Minneapolis Public School Dist.
    3131 19th Avenue South
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (1466 Students)
    In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away
    6/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from First Place Apartments.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Lake Harriet

    Lake Harriet
    1 minute drive / 0.29 miles away

    Foshay Tower

    821 Marquette Avenue South
    3 minute drive / 1.11 miles away

    Target Field

    900 South 5th Street
    4 minute drive / 1.35 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Autozone

    2940 Clinton Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.88 miles away

    Aldi

    1311 E Franklin Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.22 miles away

    Target

    3601 Highway 100 S
    7 minute drive / 3.62 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Minneapolis Community and Technical College

    1501 Hennipen Avenue
    2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away

    University of St. Thomas - Minneapolis Campus

    1000 Lasalle Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.98 miles away

    North Central University

    910 Elliot Avenue
    3 minute drive / 1.05 miles away

    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

    Abbott Northwestern Hospital

    800 East 28th Street
    3 minute drive / 1.03 miles away

    Hennepin County Medical Center

    701 Park Avenue
    3 minute drive / 1.23 miles away

    Military Bases

    Fort Snelling Military Reservation

    12 minute drive / 5.92 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Loring Park

    1382 Willow St.
    1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

    Lake of the Isles

    2500 Lake Isles Pkwy. E
    3 minute drive / 1.13 miles away

    Powderhorn Park

    3400 15th Ave. S
    5 minute drive / 1.82 miles away

    First Place Apartments has 5 parks within 2.8 miles, including Loring Park, Lake of the Isles, Powderhorn Park, Cedar Lake, and The Grand Rounds.

    Shopping Centers

    Village Center

    1804-1816 Nicollet Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.36 miles away

    Kenwood Crossing

    2212-2232 Hennepin Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.67 miles away

    Chicago Crossing

    1910-1930 Chicago Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.85 miles away

    First Place Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 0.9 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Government Plaza Station-Hiawatha Line

    356 S 5th St
    4 minute drive / 1.35 miles away

    Nicollet Mall Station-Hiawatha Line

    75 S 5th St
    4 minute drive / 1.37 miles away

    Target Field Station-Hiawatha Line

    4 minute drive / 1.57 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Minneapolis Studio Apartments $1,283$640$4,536
    Minneapolis 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,547$500$6,500
    Minneapolis 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,170$469$10,000+
    Minneapolis 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,352$495$10,000+
    Minneapolis 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,911$519$5,341
    Minneapolis 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,482$2,200$4,050
    Minneapolis 6 Bedroom Apartments $3,742$850$4,795

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