617 Marshall Ave DOWNSTAIRS, Unit 1

Available April 15th or May 1st, 2026! Move-in date flexible for prorated rent!

This charming 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,400 sq. ft., lower unit of classic St. Paul duplex is available for a 12-month lease.

Unit Highlights:

• Sun-filled, freshly painted unit with lots of windows and generous living space
• Three spacious bedrooms with flexible living options
• Expansive living room and dining room featuring classic woodwork and a charming built-in hutch
• Beautiful hardwood floors throughout the unit
• Updated kitchen with modern appliances, ample cabinet space, and dishwasher
• Convenient in-unit washer and dryer
• One-car detached garage plus one additional off-street parking space
• Enjoy outdoor living on the private 3 season back porch or in the shared fenced-in backyard

Perfect location for commuters and students attending University of St. Thomas and St. Catherine University with a 10-15 minute drive to both campuses. Also close to light rail and a very convenient drive to Downtown St. Paul (6 minutes) and Downtown Minneapolis (15 minutes).

Less than 2 blocks from Selby Ave, close to Cathedral Hill. Be within walking distance of lots of great local shops, including Mississippi Market and award-winning restaurants! Also close to main roads, metro transit bus lines, parks, and more.

Utilities: Tenant pays electric and gas, Landlord pays trash, water and sewer. The utilities for this unit are 100% separate from the other units of the building. There are window A/C units provided for the summer and radiator heat (gas) in the winter.

Pet Policy: Cats and Small Dogs (25lbs or less when full-grown) allowed with prior approval. A $250.00 refundable pet deposit required for each pet. Monthly pet rent is $25.00 per pet. 2 pet maximum. Pets are subject to Landlords approval prior to move-in. Saint Paul Dog license and up to date vaccination records required.

Rental Application: No application fee. Each adult prospective tenant (18 years or older) is required to complete a rental application. We prefer to accept applications electronically through TenantCloud. Applicants must create a free TenantCloud account to apply online, please ask for a link to apply.

Tenant Check: Each adult prospective tenant (18 years or older) is required to complete a tenant background check ($57.00 per applicant, third-party fee, non-refundable) which includes: National Criminal Search Instant State Data, National Sex Offender Data, OFAC/Most Wanted Searches, SSN Verification/Address History, Bankruptcies, Full Credit Report with Resident Score, National Eviction Search

Limit of 6 non-related adult renters.

We do not participate in any government housing programs, including Section 8.

Security Deposit Total: $2,290.00. First half of the security deposit ($1,145.00) is due at time of lease signing, final half ($1,145.00) due at move-in. Security deposit is refundable upon move-out inspection.

Income requirements are combined household gross monthly income 2.5X greater than monthly rent, ($5,725.00) or full-time student status. Proof of income or student status required.

Credit Score Requirements: Credit check is required.

Application Process: Applications are first come, first serve upon application and background/credit check approval. Once approved, a lease signing is required within 72 hours and the first half of the security deposit must be paid to hold the unit until move-in day. The lease signing and payment can be done in-person or electronically upon request.

Mandatory Fees: (described further in rental agreement)

• Background Check/Screen Report: $57.00 (per applicant)
• Late Rent Fee: $180.00
• ACH Fee: $5.00 per transaction
• Zelle and Venmo Fee: 2% of total payment per transaction
• Returned or Bounced Check Payment: $20.00
• Security Deposit: $2,290.00
• Monthly Pet Fee: $25.00 monthly pet fee in addition to monthly rent
• Pet Deposit: $250.00 per pet
• Tampering with Smoke Detector/Carbon Monoxide Alarm: $50.00 per occurrence
• Lost Key/Remote Fee: $25.00 (twenty five dollars) (per key/remote)