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1825 Idaho Ave E, St. Paul, MN 55119

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The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult

1825 Idaho Ave E
St. Paul, MN 55119
(877) 451-7155
The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult in St. Paul, MN - Building Photo
  • 2 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,455 Plus Fees
  • 930 Square Feet

About The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult

Cottages of Hillcrest is a 55 and over senior community located in St. Paul's East Side Hillcrest District. Built in a semi-secluded setting with mature trees, you are close to shopping, movie theaters and a community center. A private entrance to your spacious one or two bedroom one level living area, gives you the feeling of being in your own little house. Each unit includes a garage, stove, refrigerator, central air conditioning, with washer and dryer hook ups at moderate rent. Call for more information and an appointment to see your new retirement home.

The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult is located in the Northern Hayden Heights Neighborhood and 55119 Zip code of St. Paul, MN. This community is professionally managed by Essence Property Management, Inc.

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

MondayBy Appointment
TuesdayBy Appointment
WednesdayBy Appointment
ThursdayBy Appointment
FridayBy Appointment
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult offers 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,455 and having 930 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

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    • 2 Bedrooms

      $1,455

      Plus Fees

      1825

      2 Beds, 1 Bath, 930 sq ft
      Available Oct 1

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,455 October 1, 20261825930

      Unit 1825 Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Ceiling Fans
      • Heating
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Free
      • Washer/Dryer Hookup
      • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

      Kitchen

      • Freezer
      • Kitchen
      • Oven
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Unit 1825 Lease Information

      Unit Price

      • $1,455
      • View Details and Rent Estimate
    Price shown is base rent. 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

    • 32 Units
    • 1 Story
    • Built in 1993
    • Renovated In 1998

    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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

    Required Fees

    One-Time Basics

    Due at Application
    Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged Per Applicant. Payable to Third Party.$40.00

    Pet Policy and Fees

    Cats
    • 2 Pet Limit
    • 15 Lb Weight Limit

    Comments: 2 animals per household allowed

    Dogs
    • 2 Pet Limit
    • 15 Lb Weight Limit

    Comments: 2 animals per household allowed

    Others
    • 2 Pet Limit
    • 20 Lb Weight Limit
    • Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered

    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

    On-Site Services

    • Trash Pickup Curbside
    • Recycling

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Media Center/Movie Theatre

    Interior Features

    • Heating
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer Hookup
    • Air Conditioning
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Oven

    Living Area Features

    • Dining Room
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Carpet
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    1825 Idaho Ave E, St. Paul, MN 55119

    Getting Around

    • 50 / 100 Fairly walkable

      Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

    • 50 / 100 Some public transit

      Transit is available for most trips

    • 60 / 100 Moderately bikeable

      Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

    • 80 / 100 Very car friendly

      Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

    Scores provided by Local Logic details

    Getting to Know the Area

    • 60 / 100 Restaurants

      Variety of restaurants within a few minutes

    • 30 / 100 Cafes

      Some cafés within walking distance

    • 40 / 100 Nightlife

      Some bars within walking distance

    • 50 / 100 Shopping

      Several shops within walking distance

    • 80 / 100 Parks

      Very large amount of park space within a few minutes

    • 30 / 100 Noise Level

      Multiple sources of noise nearby

    Scores provided by Local Logic

    Frequently Asked Questions about The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult

    Where is The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult located?

    The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult is located at 1825 Idaho Ave E near the Northern Hayden Heights area of St. Paul, MN

    What is the current rent range at The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult?

    2 Bedrooms at The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult is $1,455. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult are
    • Monday By Appointment
    • Tuesday By Appointment
    • Wednesday By Appointment
    • Thursday By Appointment
    • Friday By Appointment
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

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

    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    3.0
    1 Renters Reviews

    Rent

    September 24, 2015 - Review from Apartments.com
    Rent is way wat to high, for what you get no full bathtub hard to open windows not good parking

    Nearby Schools

    The Heights Community School

    St. Paul Public School District
    1863 Clear Avenue East
    Public School - Grades PK-5 (346 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
    4/10

    Battle Creek Middle School

    St. Paul Public School District
    2121 North Park Drive
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (619 Students)
    In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 3.2 miles away
    2/10

    Johnson Senior High School

    St. Paul Public School District
    1349 Arcade Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (1076 Students)
    In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.3 miles away
    2/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult.

    Big Box and Retail

    Goodwill

    2250 N White Bear Ave N
    3 minute drive / 1.33 miles away

    Petsmart

    2370 White Bear Ave N
    4 minute drive / 1.57 miles away

    Target

    2199 Highway 36 E
    5 minute drive / 1.71 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Metropolitan State University

    700 E Seventh St
    7 minute drive / 3.45 miles away

    Century College

    3300 Century Avenue North
    8 minute drive / 4.05 miles away

    Saint Paul College

    235 Marshall Ave
    11 minute drive / 5.28 miles away

    Groceries

    Cub Foods

    2390 N White Bear Ave
    5 minute drive / 1.69 miles away

    Hy-Vee

    7180 10th St N
    7 minute drive / 3.38 miles away

    Aldi

    2350 Rice St
    9 minute drive / 4.42 miles away

    Hospitals

    M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital

    1575 Beam Avenue
    5 minute drive / 2.72 miles away

    Gillette Children's Specialty Hospital

    200 University Avenue East
    9 minute drive / 4.36 miles away

    Regions Hospital

    640 Jackson Street
    9 minute drive / 4.43 miles away

    Military Bases

    Fort Snelling Military Reservation

    23 minute drive / 11.14 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Como Zoo

    1225 Estabrook Drive
    13 minute drive / 6.51 miles away

    The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult has 1 park within 6.5 miles, including Como Zoo.

    Shopping Centers

    Hillcrest Shopping Center

    1600-1620 White Bear Ave N
    1 minute drive / 0.22 miles away

    Maple Leaf Center

    2251 Larpenteur Ave E
    2 minute drive / 0.72 miles away

    Hillside Shopping Center

    1690 McKnight Rd N
    2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

    The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult has 5 shopping centers within 1.5 miles.

    Transit Stations

    VA Medical Center Station-Hiawatha Line

    Veterans Dr
    23 minute drive / 10.76 miles away

    46th Street Station-Hiawatha Line

    4556 Hiawatha Ave
    23 minute drive / 10.88 miles away

    Humphrey Terminal Station-Hiawatha Line

    27 minute drive / 12.8 miles away

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    St. Paul Studio Apartments $1,250$629$2,189
    St. Paul 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,518$500$4,078
    St. Paul 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,823$414$6,078
    St. Paul 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,176$739$6,339
    St. Paul 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,935$649$5,016
    St. Paul 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,776$650$3,500

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