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1825 Idaho Ave E, St. Paul, MN 55119
(877) 451-7155
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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
Active AdultIncome Restrictions
  • 2 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,325Rent Pricing
  • 878Square 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.

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult offers 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,325 and having 878 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 2 Bedrooms

      $1,325

      2 Bedroom

      2 Beds, 1 Bath, 878 sq ftAvailable Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,325Available Now2 Bedroom878 sq ft

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

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

      Kitchen

      • Freezer
      • Kitchen
      • Oven
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $1,325
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Call us at: (877) 451-7155 to schedule a tour.

    Property Information

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

    Utilities Included

    • Trash Removal
    • Sewer
    • Water

    Pet Policy - Cats and Dogs

    • $35 Monthly Pet Rent
    • 2 Pet Limit
    • 2 animals per household allowed
    • 15 lb Weight Limit
    • $300 Deposit

    No Brontosauruses Allowed

    Pet policies can vary depending on the type of pet. Find out if we accept your pets!

    Ask Us About Our Pet Policy

    Fee & Deposit Info

    One-Time Fees

    • $35 Application Fee

    Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • Recycling
    • Trash Pickup Curbside

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Media Center/Movie Theatre

    Interior Features

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

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Freezer
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Oven
    • Kitchen

    Living Area Features

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

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    MondayBy Appointment
    TuesdayBy Appointment
    WednesdayBy Appointment
    ThursdayBy Appointment
    FridayBy Appointment
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    76 / 100

    Very Walkable

    Most errands can be accomplished on foot

    Bike Score®

    51 / 100

    Bikeable

    Some bike infrastructure

    Transit Score®

    43 / 100

    Some Transit

    A few nearby public transportation options

    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 $1,325. 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?

    Yes. Pets are allowed at The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult. Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.0

      The Cost Per Square Foot rating shows you the average cost per square foot for floorplans at this community in relation to the local average.

    • Affordability Nice Value3.4

      The The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult Apartments are 24.8% cheaper than the average apartment in the Northern Hayden Heights area, and 29.7% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Northern Hayden Heights Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$1,325$1,763-$438-24.8%

      Rent Comparison to the city of St. Paul

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      2 Bedroom$1,325$1,885-$560-29.7%

      Methodology: On 04/18/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 84 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult (Northern Hayden Heights), and 838 other apartment communities in St. Paul 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 04/18/2025

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    4.0
    1 Renters Reviews
    ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

    Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.
    • Rent

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

    Nearby Schools

    The Heights Community School

    St. Paul Public
    1863 Clear Avenue East
    Public School - Grades PK-5 (285 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
    4/10

    Johnson Senior High

    St. Paul Public
    1349 Arcade Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (1144 Students)
    In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.3 miles away
    3/10

    Battle Creek Middle

    St. Paul Public
    2121 North Park Drive
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (693 Students)
    In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 3.2 miles away
    1/10
    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

    700 E Seventh St
    7 minute drive / 3.45 miles away
    3300 Century Avenue North
    8 minute drive / 4.05 miles away
    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

    1575 Beam Avenue
    5 minute drive / 2.72 miles away
    200 University Avenue East
    9 minute drive / 4.36 miles away
    640 Jackson Street
    9 minute drive / 4.43 miles away

    Military Bases

    23 minute drive / 11.14 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    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

    1600-1620 White Bear Ave N
    1 minute drive / 0.22 miles away
    2251 Larpenteur Ave E
    2 minute drive / 0.72 miles away
    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

    Veterans Dr
    23 minute drive / 10.76 miles away
    4556 Hiawatha Ave
    23 minute drive / 10.88 miles away
    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 $1,231$500$4,088
    St. Paul 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,540$789$5,401
    St. Paul 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,885$519$10,000+
    St. Paul 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,058$495$8,371
    St. Paul 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,217$499$5,016
    St. Paul 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,091$1,699$4,050

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