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The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near Minneapolis Community and Technical College (September 2026)

Minneapolis Community and Technical College·Minneapolis, MN·Updated Monthly

By the FMP Data Team · Reviewed September 1, 2026

28 properties reviewed
137+ reviews analyzed
updated September 2026
independent·no pay-to-rank
the short answer

Como Student Community Cooperative (CSCC) leads our September 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near Minneapolis Community and Technical College with a 5.0/5 FMP Score, followed by The Arrow Apartments and Stadium Village Flats. Across the 28 properties reviewed, students keep coming back to amenities & shared spaces and management & maintenance: the overall signals that move a property up this ranking. Browse all off-campus housing near Minneapolis Community and Technical College for every option.

  • winnerComo Student Community Cooperative (CSCC)
  • FMP Score range4.2–5.0 / 5
  • avg walk0 min to campus
  • rent range$549–$3595 /person
the ranking

The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near Minneapolis Community and Technical College

Sorted by FMP Score from verified Minneapolis Community and Technical College reviews, high to low. Scores reflect current Minneapolis Community and Technical College reviews only.

  1. Como Student Community Cooperative (CSCC)
    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Como Student Community Cooperative stands out as the top choice near Minneapolis Community and Technical College because it delivers on the full package: a genuinely welcoming community, solid management, and the kind of responsive staff that actually shows up when you need them. Residents consistently praise the diverse, inclusive environment and the maintenance team's friendliness and reliability from move-in through move-out. As one resident reflected, 'The community is incredibly welcoming, diverse, and well-managed,' capturing what makes CSCC feel like home rather than just a place to sleep.

    $1144/person/mo
  2. The Arrow Apartments
    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: The Arrow Apartments earns its rank as a solid, no-drama option for students and working professionals alike. The support staff here genuinely cares about making your stay smooth, and the amenities are actually maintained to a standard that doesn't feel like an afterthought. One resident summed it up perfectly: 'For the time i lived at the arrow, everything was great. No complaint!' That kind of consistency is harder to find than it should be.

    $599/person/mo
  3. Stadium Village Flats
    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Stadium Village Flats wins you over with a combination of thoughtful location, well-maintained spaces, and a management team that actually listens. The front office staff and leasing team go the extra mile to help with renewals and issues, while maintenance responds quickly when something needs fixing. As one resident noted, 'Jenny from the leasing office was great to work with when figuring out my renewal situation. She was very accommodating in the whole process,' and that level of care extends across the entire staff.

    $699/person/mo
  4. Tairrie House
    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Tairrie House stands out for its exceptional management team that treats residents like people, not just lease holders. The staff goes above and beyond during move-in, handles maintenance with genuine helpfulness, and creates an environment where you actually feel cared for. As one graduate student put it, 'The management is incredible! They have gone out of their way to make moving in to this apartment as smooth and doable as moving can possibly be,' and that commitment to resident experience is what sets Tairrie apart.

    $1422/person/mo
  5. MPA / Marcy Park Apartments
    4.8(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: MPA stands out as the go-to pick for students who want a solid, no-frills home base near Minneapolis Community and Technical College. Residents consistently praise the staff and management they're responsive, genuinely caring, and make the whole experience feel supported. The newly upgraded gym, spacious floor plans, and surprisingly quiet vibe for such a convenient location seal the deal. As one resident put it, "The manager and maintenance team are super nice, responsive, and seem to genuinely care." You get exactly what you need at the right price point.

    $1699/person/mo
  6. The Elysian
    4.6(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: The Elysian earns its spot by delivering both location and an uncommonly impressive staff experience. Students love how clean the apartments are and how close everything feels Dinkytown bars, Target, downtown, and transit are all within easy reach. What really sets this place apart is the team's consistency and care; one long-term resident noted, "I have never been as impressed with a staff as I am with the team here at The Elysian." It's the kind of place where management doesn't just handle problems they keep raising the bar.

    $1860/person/mo
  7. The Standard at Dinkytown
    4.2(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: The Standard at Dinkytown wins students over with its unbeatable location and thoughtfully designed amenities that actually support how you live. The study spaces, gym, and common areas give you room to focus or unwind, and the staff especially team members like Brandy and Faten go out of their way to make you feel welcomed and heard. As one resident shared, "I had such a great experience interacting with Faten... it was a completely different experience," highlighting the kind of genuine care that sets this complex apart. When location meets real hospitality, you've found your spot.

    $670/person/mo
  8. The Knoll Dinkytown
    4.2(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: The Knoll Dinkytown delivers an affordable, livable option with a genuinely nice community vibe that keeps residents happy. The maintenance team is excellent and the place stays clean, while residents and staff alike foster a welcoming atmosphere. One resident captured the feeling perfectly: "Good place to live. Good vibes!" It's the kind of straightforward, friendly environment where you can focus on school without worrying about your living situation.

    $875/person/mo
  9. The Bridges Dinkytown
    4.2(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: The Bridges Dinkytown wins for overall excellence near Minneapolis Community and Technical College thanks to a leasing team that genuinely goes the distance for students. Dakota stands out as the kind of staff member who makes the apartment hunt feel less like a chore and more like having someone in your corner residents consistently praise her communication and willingness to work through complex situations like short-term leases. The building itself offers great views and a solid location, and when maintenance and front-desk staff are on their game, they move fast and professionally. As one resident put it, "Dakota ensured that she was with us every step of the way," and that kind of hands-on support makes all the difference during a stressful move.

    $935/person/mo
  10. Solhaus Apartments & Tower
    4.2(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Solhaus Apartments & Tower earns its spot for overall ranking with a combination of newer construction, walkable proximity to campus, and genuinely patient staff who make the leasing process feel welcoming. Mai and Lily have built a reputation for being both super helpful and kind, which matters when you're navigating the move-in gauntlet. The pricing is reasonable for what you're getting a modern building with a great location and residents feel heard and supported throughout their time here. As one happy resident noted, "Mai provides great service and always helps residents with patience," setting the tone for a community where you're not just a unit number.

    $917/person/mo
  11. The Pavilion on Berry
    4.2(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: The Pavilion on Berry stands out for overall quality because it's a community that's actively improving itself and genuinely cares about resident experience. The location is genuinely hard to beat you're steps from the light rail, grocery stores, and campus and the leasing office team brings consistent friendliness and professionalism that makes a real difference. Recent management has completely renovated the clubhouse and front office, and residents notice the effort; maintenance requests actually get handled, and the internet works when you need it. As one long-term resident put it, "The staff is super friendly and you can tell they've been putting in a lot of effort to improve the property," which speaks to a team that's invested in making this place better.

    $549/person/mo
  12. Doyle Apartments
    4.2(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Doyle Apartments ranks overall because it delivers the full package: modern furnishings, thoughtfully designed common spaces, genuinely amazing staff, and the kind of environment where living on your own for the first time feels empowering rather than scary. Residents consistently call it the best apartment near campus, and they're not exaggerating the staff goes above and beyond to make you feel supported, and the spaces are actually livable and well-maintained. Having your own kitchen and living room transforms daily life, and the management team clearly understands that student housing is about more than just a bed. As one resident summed it up, "This place gave me everything I needed to feel happy, comfortable, and genuinely safe," which is exactly what you want from your first independent living situation.

    $1996/person/mo

The Full Ranking, One Table

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The full ranking of every listed apartment, sortable by any column.
1Como Student Community Cooperative (CSCC)5.0/55$1144/mo
2The Arrow Apartments5.0/55$599/mo
3Stadium Village Flats5.0/55$699/mo
4Tairrie House5.0/55$1422/mo
5MPA / Marcy Park Apartments4.8/55$1699/mo
6The Elysian4.6/55$1860/mo
7The Standard at Dinkytown4.2/55$670/mo
8The Knoll Dinkytown4.2/55$875/mo
9The Bridges Dinkytown4.2/55$935/mo
10Solhaus Apartments & Tower4.2/55$917/mo
11The Pavilion on Berry4.2/55$549/mo
12Doyle Apartments4.2/55$1996/mo

Walk times are door-to-door to Minneapolis Community and Technical College campus. Rent is per person, per month.

FMP award criteria

How We Ranked These Apartments

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Ranked by the FMP Score

FMP Score, high to low. That’s the whole ranking. It’s our overall measure of a property, combining verified review scores with signals reviews miss, like how current the listing is kept and how responsive management is. Ties go to the property with more verified reviews.

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Who Makes the List

Every property near Minneapolis Community and Technical College can appear, but it takes a minimum number of verified reviews before we score and rank it. Properties under that bar sit below every ranked property and move up automatically as reviews come in.

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How We Calculate the FMP Score

The FMP Score blends the social, management, and quality scores from verified reviews with signals that a place is actively and well run, like how up to date its listing is kept and how consistently management responds to residents. It’s built to surface genuinely well-run properties, not just the highest raw review average.

by the numbers

What Makes an Apartment ‘well-rounded’ Near Minneapolis Community and Technical College

We ran every verified overall review for Minneapolis Community and Technical College-area apartments through theme analysis. These are the themes students bring up most when a place feels well-rounded, by share of the reviews that mention them.

responsive maintenance
11%
strong community events
11%
unresponsive management
4%

Based on AI analysis of verified Minneapolis Community and Technical College overall reviews, refreshed monthly. Percentages show the share of reviews that mention each theme; most reviews mention more than one. See our complete Minneapolis Community and Technical College review data →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best overall student apartment near Minneapolis Community and Technical College?

Como Student Community Cooperative (CSCC) leads our September 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near Minneapolis Community and Technical College with a 5.0/5 FMP Score, followed by The Arrow Apartments and Stadium Village Flats.

How is this ranking calculated?

This list is ranked by one number: each property's overall score from verified reviews. Students rate a property's overall 1 to 5, and we average those scores, counting recent reviews more heavily than older ones. No self-reported data from landlords.

What makes an apartment the best overall?

The best overall apartments score highly across everything students rate (social scene, management, and unit quality), not just one. This ranking uses each property's overall rating from verified reviews.

How often is this ranking updated?

Monthly. We re-pull verified reviews and re-score every property at the start of each month, so the order reflects the most recent 24 months of student feedback. The “updated” date at the top of the page shows the latest refresh.

How many reviews does a property need to be included?

There's a minimum number of verified reviews to rank by score, and we don't publish the exact bar so it can't be gamed. Properties under it still appear, below every qualified property and ordered by review count, so a 5.0 from one review never outranks a 4.5 from thirty. Once a property collects enough reviews, it moves into the scored ranking automatically.

Is this ranking independent, or can properties pay to rank higher?

It's fully independent. There's no pay-to-rank. Position is set by verified reviews alone. Property managers can't buy placement, remove reviews, or influence the score.

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