The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult Apartments

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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
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,325Rent Pricing
  • 728–878Square 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 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,325 and having 728–878 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 728 sq ft 

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $895Unavailable1 Bedroom728 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $895
  • 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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Property Information

  • 32 Units
  • 1 Story
  • Built in 1993

Utilities Included

  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Water

Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • Cats Allowed
  • 15 Lb Weight Limit
  • $300 Deposit
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • 2 Animals Per Household Allowed
  • $35 Monthly Pet Rent

Pet Policy - Dogs

  • Dogs Allowed
  • 2 Animals Per Household Allowed
  • $300 Deposit
  • $35 Monthly Pet Rent
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • 15 Lb Weight Limit

No Brontosauruses Allowed

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

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

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

Kitchen Amenities

  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Freezer

Living Area Features

  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Dining Room
Google Map

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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?

1 Bedrooms at The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult currently start from $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 Good Value3.6

    The The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult Apartments are 31.15% cheaper than the average apartment in the Northern Hayden Heights area, and 36.5% 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$1,786-$461-25.8%
    1 Bedroom$895$1,409-$514-36.5%

    Rent Comparison to the city of St. Paul

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$1,325$1,917-$592-30.9%
    1 Bedroom$895$1,545-$650-42.1%

    Methodology: On 02/26/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 162 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Cottages of Hillcrest 55+ Active Adult (Northern Hayden Heights), and 1848 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 02/26/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.0
1 Renters Reviews
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  • 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
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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 $1,233$640$3,808
St. Paul 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,545$775$5,717
St. Paul 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,917$519$6,816
St. Paul 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,084$495$8,371
St. Paul 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,130$495$5,016
St. Paul 5 Bedroom Apartments $3,344$1,699$4,050

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