River Bluff is a classic all brick six-story, 150-unit apartment building located in the quaint college town of Mankato. The property consists of a balanced mix of one, two and three-bedroom units, all of which are generously sized. Each apartment is well designed with a focus on open living spaces, central air and plenty of closets and features a full appliance package including a gas range/oven, vent hood, and refrigerator. The building was designed for tenant convenience, with an onsite leasing office, three elevators, two oversized laundry facility with five washers and dryers in each, and storage lockers.
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River Bluff Apartments
405 N 5th St, Mankato, MN 56001
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Apartment building
1-2 beds
Pet-friendly
Covered parking
Air conditioning (central)
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided for each unit.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending |
|---|---|---|---|
 Unit 429 1 bd, 1 ba | 576 | Aug 31 | $1,100 |
 Unit 217 2 bd, 1 ba | 776 | Oct 15 | $1,170 |
Unit 323 2 bd, 1 ba | 776 | Oct 15 | $1,250 |
Unit 218 2 bd, 1 ba | 776 | Sep 10 | $1,250 |
Unit 120 2 bd, 1 ba | 776 | Now | $1,250 |
Unit 320 2 bd, 1 ba | 776 | Now | $1,250 |
Unit 212 2 bd, 1 ba | 776 | Aug 7 | $1,275 |
Unit 523 2 bd, 1 ba | 776 | Oct 9 | $1,300 |
Unit 505 2 bd, 1 ba | 776 | Now | $1,300 |
Unit 307 2 bd, 1 ba | 776 | Aug 12 | $1,300 |
Unit 517 2 bd, 1 ba | 776 | Aug 31 | $1,300 |
Unit 308 2 bd, 1 ba | 776 | Now | $1,300 |
What's special
Open living spacesCentral airPlenty of closets
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon: | 8 am - 5 pm |
| Tue: | 8 am - 5 pm |
| Wed: | 1 pm - 5 pm |
| Thu: | 8 am - 5 pm |
| Fri: | 1 pm - 5 pm |
| Sat: | Closed |
| Sun: | Closed |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Outdoor common areas
- Barbecue: Barbecue/grill Area
Security
- Gated Entry: Controlled Access Building
Services & facilities
- Bicycle Storage: Bike Storage
- Elevator
- Guest Suite: Rentable Guest Suite $60/night
- On-site Maintenance
- On-site Management
- Storage Space: Extra Storage Space - 1 St Floor
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Microwave Oven: Built-in Microwave
- Refrigerator
Cooling
- Central Air Conditioning
Internet/Satellite
- Cable TV Ready: Cable Ready
Other
- Patio Balcony: Balcony/patio/deck
Policies
Parking
- Covered Parking: Covered Parking Garage $75/month
- Off Street Parking: Off Street Permit Parking
- Other
- Surface Lot
Lease terms
- 12
Pet essentials
- CatsAllowedNumber allowed1Monthly cat rent$35One-time cat fee$300
Additional details
Must be spayed/neutered, Yearly Vaccinations Must be on File | Restrictions: None
Special Features
- 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
- Closet: Large Closet - 2 & 3 Bedrooms
- Community Room Available
- Courtyard
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Granite Countertops
- Green Building
- High Ceilings
- Recycling
- Stainless Steel Energy Efficient Appliances
- Vertical Blinds - Window Coverings
Neighborhood: 56001
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Very WalkableBike Score®
/ 100
Somewhat BikeableNear River Bluff Apartments
- Blue Earth County Library, a 10-minute walk from River Bluff, sponsors workshops, classes and community events, including book clubs and cooking classes.
- Bars and nightlife less than a 5-minute drive away include Blue Bricks, Rounders Sports Bar & Grill and Mettler's Bar & Restaurant.
- Bethany Lutheran College offers classes and student-sponsored theatre, performances and educational programs on a park-like campus that is within a 5-minute bike ride.
- Washington Park, which has playground equipment, grassy lawns and shaded picnic areas, is less than a 5-minute walk away.
Nearby schools in Mankato
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Prairie Winds Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 6/10Mankato East Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
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Frequently asked questions
River Bluff Apartments is located at 405 N 5th St in Mankato, MN. The surrounding area includes approximately 20 restaurants and cafes within 1 mile, such as The Coffee Hag, The Coffee Hag, and The Wine Cafe.
The nearest public transit stop is Cherry Bus Stop, approximately 0.6 miles away.
Based on the latest Zillow data, the average rent across all unit types in Mankato is currently $1,285 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.
River Bluff Apartments is located within 0.4 miles of Alexander Park, 0.4 miles of Reconciliation Park, and 0.6 miles of Blue Earth County Historical Society.
River Bluff Apartments is located near 3 grocery stores, including 0.1 miles from Joseph's Off Sale Liquors, 0.3 miles from The Wine Cafe, and 0.4 miles from Healing Hands Wellness Group. Additional shopping options, including Tune Town, are approximately 0.4 miles away.
The total price for an apartment unit in River Bluff Apartments ranges from $1,100 to $1,300. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.
Rent in Mankato has decreased by $215 month-over-month, according to the latest Zillow rental data.
The schools assigned to River Bluff Apartments include Franklin Elementary School, Prairie Winds Middle School, and Mankato East Senior High School.
