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Inspire

$1,258 – $3,091/mo

2837 Emerson Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, 55408

What floor plans are available at Inspire?

Inspire currently lists 59 floor plans across 109 available units, from studio to two-bedroom, starting at $1,258/mo. 13 studios from $1,258 to $1,525/mo (518–645 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 23. 68 one-bedrooms from $1,367 to $2,185/mo (649–1,195 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 22. 28 two-bedrooms from $1,900 to $3,091/mo (1,023–1,544 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 22. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

A1 0x1

Starting at $1,258

Studio • 1 Bath • 518 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITA1$1,258518Sep 23
427$1,355518Sep 23

A3 0x1

Starting at $1,284

Studio • 1 Bath • 598 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITA3$1,284598Sep 23

A4 0x1

Starting at $1,297

Studio • 1 Bath • 601 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITA4$1,297601Sep 23

A6 0x1

Starting at $1,310

Studio • 1 Bath • 633 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITA6$1,310633Sep 23
CE337$1,395633Sep 26

A2 0X1

Starting at $1,336

Studio • 1 Bath • 560 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITA2$1,336560Sep 23

A7 0x1

Starting at $1,349

Studio • 1 Bath • 636 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITA7$1,349636Sep 23
E140$1,405636Sep 23

A5 0x1

Starting at $1,350

Studio • 1 Bath • 645 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITA5$1,350645Sep 23
623$1,525645Sep 29

A8 0x1

Starting at $1,375

Studio • 1 Bath • 644 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITA8$1,375644Sep 23
CE436$1,475644Sep 24

B01 1x1

Starting at $1,367

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 649 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB1$1,367649Sep 23

B03 1x1

Starting at $1,400

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 659 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB3$1,400659Sep 23

B04 1x1

Starting at $1,432

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 694 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB4$1,432694Sep 23

B08 1x1

Starting at $1,432

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 772 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB8$1,432772Sep 23

B05 1x1

Starting at $1,464

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 691 Sq Ft

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB5$1,464691Sep 23
CN119$1,465691Oct 8
CN427$1,520691Nov 17

B06 1x1

Starting at $1,480

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 719 Sq Ft

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
524$1,508719Sep 22
WAITB6$1,480719Sep 23
610$1,555719Sep 23
208$1,578719Sep 23
608$1,580719Sep 29

B07 1x1

Starting at $1,480

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 739 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB7$1,480739Sep 23

B02 1x1

Starting at $1,496

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 678 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB2$1,496678Sep 23
CW613$1,650678Sep 23

B11 1x1

Starting at $1,496

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 784 Sq Ft

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB11$1,496784Sep 23
320$1,550784Oct 24
620$1,595784Nov 17

B13 1x1

Starting at $1,512

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 797 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB13$1,512797Sep 23

B09 1x1

Starting at $1,528

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 774 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB9$1,528774Sep 23

B14 1x1

Starting at $1,544

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 825 Sq Ft

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB14$1,544825Sep 23
N217$1,575825Oct 2
N219$1,575825Oct 24

B12 1x1

Starting at $1,577

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 802 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB12$1,577802Sep 23
N330$1,655802Oct 11

B15 1x1

Starting at $1,577

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 828 Sq Ft

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB15$1,577828Sep 23
CN225$1,580828Sep 29
CN125$1,605828Nov 5

B19 1x1

Starting at $1,600

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 856 Sq Ft

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
414$1,600856Sep 23
514$1,605856Sep 23
614$1,640856Sep 23
WAITB19$1,657856Sep 23

B16 1x1

Starting at $1,605

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 802 Sq Ft

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
W408$1,605802Sep 23
WAITB16$1,609802Sep 23
W410$1,630802Sep 25
E138$1,605802Sep 29

B10 1x1

Starting at $1,657

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 785 Sq Ft

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB10$1,657785Sep 23
W503$1,680785Sep 23
E340$1,695785Sep 23

B20 1x1

Starting at $1,657

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 858 Sq Ft

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB20$1,657858Sep 23
CW604$1,790858Sep 23
CW204$1,695858Sep 29
CE646$1,740858Nov 7

B21 1x1

Starting at $1,657

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 860 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB21$1,657860Sep 23
N220$1,675860Oct 27

B22 1x1

Starting at $1,673

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 877 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB22$1,673877Sep 23

B31 1x1

Starting at $1,680

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 992 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB31$1,689992Sep 23
CW107$1,680992Nov 21

B18 1x1

Starting at $1,689

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 853 Sq Ft

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB18$1,689853Sep 23
W309$1,725853Sep 30
W509$1,735853Oct 13

B23 1x1

Starting at $1,689

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 882 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB23$1,689882Sep 23
412$1,760882Sep 23

B25 1x1

Starting at $1,721

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 924 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB25$1,721924Sep 23

B24 1x1

Starting at $1,754

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 916 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB24$1,754916Sep 23

B26 1x1.5

Starting at $1,786

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 929 Sq Ft

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB26$1,786929Sep 23
126$1,850929Sep 25
626$1,970929Oct 10
226$1,850929Oct 13

B29 1x1

Starting at $1,820

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 989 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
218$1,820989Sep 23
WAITB29$1,882989Sep 23

B33 1x1Den

Starting at $1,882

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 1,195 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB33$1,8821,195Sep 23

B27 1x1

Starting at $1,900

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 933 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB27$1,900933Sep 23

B32 1x1

Starting at $1,931

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 998 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB32$1,931998Sep 23

B30 1x1.5

Starting at $1,950

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 991 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB30$1,950991Sep 23
CE648$2,185991Sep 25

B28 1x1

Starting at $2,000

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 960 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB28$2,000960Sep 23

B17 1x1

Starting at $2,027

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 937 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITB17$2,027937Sep 23

C02 2x2

Starting at $1,900

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,023 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC2$1,9001,023Sep 23
CW610$2,2901,023Nov 6

C01 2x2

Starting at $1,950

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,039 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC1$1,9501,039Sep 23

C04 2x2

Starting at $1,950

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,113 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC4$1,9501,113Sep 23

C09 2x2

Starting at $2,000

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,191 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC9$2,0001,191Sep 23

C03 2x2

Starting at $2,050

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,122 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC3$2,0501,122Sep 23
CW502$2,3751,122Nov 11

C08 2x2

Starting at $2,054

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,165 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC8$2,0541,165Sep 23
E132$2,3301,165Oct 15

C10 2x2

Starting at $2,054

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,240 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
W105$2,3901,240Sep 22
WAITC10$2,0541,240Sep 23

C16 2x2

Starting at $2,054

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,363 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC16$2,0541,363Sep 23
CN434$2,3451,363Nov 2

C05 2x2

Starting at $2,100

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,159 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC5$2,1001,159Sep 23
401$2,4401,159Nov 18

C06 2x2

Starting at $2,100

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,165 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC6$2,1001,165Sep 23

C07 2x2

Starting at $2,100

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,167 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC7$2,1001,167Sep 23

C11 2x2

Starting at $2,100

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,232 Sq Ft

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC11$2,1001,232Sep 23
413$2,4751,232Oct 28

C12 2x2

Starting at $2,150

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,245 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC12$2,1501,245Sep 23

C13 2x2

Starting at $2,150

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,317 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC13$2,1501,317Sep 23

C14 2x2

Starting at $2,150

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,309 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC14$2,1501,309Sep 23

C17 2x2.5den

Starting at $2,650

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,544 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC17$2,6501,544Sep 23

C15 2x2

Starting at $2,700

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,317 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
WAITC15$2,7001,317Sep 23

C18 2x2.5den

Starting at $2,845

2 Bedrooms • 2.5 Baths • 1,528 Sq Ft

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
THA2812$2,8451,528Sep 23
THA2810$2,9951,528Sep 23
THC2820$2,9951,528Sep 23
WAITC18$3,0911,528Sep 23

What are the fees and lease terms at Inspire?

Rent at Inspire is $1,258 – $3,091 per month. The security deposit is $500. Leases are typically 12 months. The earliest listed move-in is Sep 22. Prices checked September 24, 2026.

  • Rent

    $1,258 – $3,091/mo

  • Security deposit

    $500

  • Lease term

    12 months

  • Earliest move-in

    Sep 22

What amenities does Inspire have?

Inspire lists 4 amenities.

  • Apartment

  • Apartment Featured

  • Community

  • Community Featured

What do the amenities at Inspire look like?

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Grill area

Where is Inspire?

Inspire is at 2837 Emerson Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, 55408.

2837 Emerson Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, 55408

What is the neighborhood around Inspire like?

Inspire is in the Lowry Hill East neighborhood of Minneapolis. From Inspire, the nearest grocery store is Cub - Minneapolis Uptown (4-minute walk), the nearest transit stop is Uptown Transit Station (6-minute walk), the nearest park is Bryant Square Park (13-minute walk), and the nearest coffee shop is Haraz Coffee House (13-minute walk).

  • Nearest grocery store

    Cub - Minneapolis Uptown · 4-minute walk

  • Nearest transit stop

    Uptown Transit Station · 6-minute walk

  • Nearest park

    Bryant Square Park · 13-minute walk

  • Nearest coffee shop

    Haraz Coffee House · 13-minute walk

Residents give Inspire a C+ grade (about 3.9 out of 5) from 200+ reviews. Inspire Apartments has undergone a significant transformation since Weidner's management takeover in late 2023, with residents consistently praising responsive maintenance, friendly staff, and frequent community events. The majority of positive feedback highlights improved property conditions, quick issue resolution, and a welcoming atmosphere, though some residents report ongoing concerns with communication, amenity maintenance, and occasional service delays.

3.90 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.4
Maintenance4.2
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.5
Building Quality3.4
Location4.2

Inspire Apartments has undergone a significant transformation since Weidner's management takeover in late 2023, with residents consistently praising responsive maintenance, friendly staff, and frequent community events. The majority of positive feedback highlights improved property conditions, quick issue resolution, and a welcoming atmosphere, though some residents report ongoing concerns with communication, amenity maintenance, and occasional service delays. Location near the Greenway and local amenities, combined with competitive pricing, remains a strong draw for most residents.

Management at Inspire has earned strong resident satisfaction, particularly since the transition to current ownership. Staff are consistently described as responsive, friendly, and professional across leasing, maintenance, and security functions. Maintenance requests are typically resolved quickly and thoroughly. However, a small number of residents report communication gaps during facility outages and delays in addressing maintenance issues, suggesting inconsistency in operational execution.

Maintenance requests are consistently handled quickly and professionally, with most residents reporting same-day or next-day service for issues like HVAC, plumbing, and appliance repairs. The current management team maintains a dedicated in-house maintenance crew that addresses work orders without delays and completes repairs correctly on the first attempt. However, some residents report communication gaps during extended outages (elevators, heating systems) and occasional delays in providing temporary solutions during major repairs.

Amenities and shared spaces show mixed performance with notable improvements under recent management changes. Positive feedback highlights updated pools, gym facilities, and responsive maintenance, while concerns persist regarding elevator reliability, laundry equipment delays, common-area cleanliness, and communication gaps. The property offers good location convenience and hosts community events, though some residents report amenities do not consistently meet the price point.

Building quality has improved significantly under new management, with residents noting better maintenance responsiveness, cleaner common areas, and functional amenities. However, historical issues persist for some residents, including noise insulation problems, elevator breakdowns with poor communication, and inconsistent upkeep of facilities like gyms and pools. Current management has addressed many concerns through active maintenance teams and facility upgrades, though some residents report ongoing issues with amenity standards relative to rent cost.

The property benefits from a highly desirable location in uptown with excellent walkability to restaurants, shops, entertainment, and nearby lakes and greenway access. Most residents praise the convenient proximity to groceries, dog parks, and transit-adjacent amenities. However, a minority of residents report concerns about communication regarding maintenance issues and parking security in the underground garage.

Is Inspire walkable?

Inspire is very walkable (grade A), transit is some (grade D), and biking is very bikeable (grade A).

WALK

Very Walkable

TRANSIT

Some Transit

BIKE

Very Bikeable

What is Inspire like?

<p class="rteBlock">Welcome to Inspire, Minneapolis' premier apartment community, featuring stunning studio, one, and two-bedroom floor plans. Enjoy resort-style amenities, including a fitness center, game room, and direct access to the Midtown Greenway Trail.

<p class="rteBlock">Welcome to Inspire, Minneapolis' premier apartment community, featuring stunning studio, one, and two-bedroom floor plans. Enjoy resort-style amenities, including a fitness center, game room, and direct access to the Midtown Greenway Trail. Experience luxury living with smart home technology and beautiful interiors. Find your new home today—schedule a tour!</p>

How big is Inspire?

Inspire is an apartment.

  • Building

    Apartment

What schools are near Inspire?

Grace Neighborhood Nursery School is 0.2 miles from Inspire. 10 schools are listed nearby.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Grace Neighborhood Nursery School

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Joyce Pre-School

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Chs Family Ser Whittier Elc

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Instep A Center For Families Dc

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Lucky Stars Childcare Center

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Lyndale Elementary School

Public · Elementary		PublicElementary0.8 mi

Kumis House Of Children

Private · Elementary		PrivateElementary0.9 mi

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Twin Cities

Private · High		PrivateHigh1.1 mi

Zoe Academy

Private · Elementary		PrivateElementary1.2 mi

Smith Child Cae Center

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool1.3 mi

How do I contact Inspire?

Inspire is managed by Weidner Apartment Homes. Call (612) 568-0447 to tour or ask about availability.

Weidner Apartment Homes

Property manager