Frequently Asked Questions

The Original is one of three residential buildings within West Lake Quarter, a modern community located on the west side of Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis. As the historic, vintage tower of the development, The Original offers a classic Minneapolis living experience with timeless character, spacious layouts, and a strong sense of local history.

Residents of The Original enjoy the charm of a vintage high-rise combined with access to the full suite of modern amenities available throughout West Lake Quarter.

The Original places residents just steps from Bde Maka Ska, one of Minneapolis’ most iconic outdoor destinations. Living here offers a rare blend of urban convenience and lakeside recreation, including:

• Walking and biking trails around the Chain of Lakes
• Beaches, paddleboarding, kayaking, and year-round outdoor activities
• Quick access to Uptown, Linden Hills, and West Calhoun
• A vibrant dining, café, and boutique scene

It’s an ideal location for anyone who values an active, walkable lifestyle with natural beauty right outside their home.

The Original sits in the heart of one of Minneapolis’ most recreation-rich neighborhoods. Popular nearby attractions include:

• Bde Maka Ska – beaches, sailing, paddleboarding, and lakeside trails
• The Midtown Greenway – a major biking and walking corridor
• Uptown Minneapolis – dining, shopping, and nightlife
• Lake Harriet & Linden Hills – parks, concerts, and boutique shops
• West Calhoun & Cedar Isles – scenic walking loops and nature areas
• The Bakken Museum – science, history, and family-friendly exhibits

Whether you prefer outdoor adventure or urban amenities, The Original puts you close to everything.

The Original offers excellent access to major employment centers across the Twin Cities.

• Target Corporation (Downtown Minneapolis)
• U.S. Bank
• Hennepin Healthcare
• Allina Health
• Children’s Minnesota
• Minneapolis Public Schools
• Ameriprise Financial

• UnitedHealth Group
• Best Buy Corporate
• General Mills
• Medtronic
• Boston Scientific
• Cargill
• MSP International Airport

Whether you drive, bike, or use transit, commuting from The Original is efficient and convenient.

The Original blends historic charm with access to the full West Lake Quarter amenity collection. Residents enjoy:

• A vintage Minneapolis tower with historic architectural character
• Spacious classic layouts with timeless design elements
• A warm, established residential atmosphere
• Unique charm not found in newer construction

The Original offers a one-of-a-kind blend of Minneapolis history, lakeside living, and modern convenience.

Yes, on-site maintenance is available M-F during business hours. Emergency Response Maintenance can be contacted at 952-540-8600

You can submit a maintenance request, by logging into your resident portal, selecting maintenance request at the top and answering all neccesary questions before submitting.

You do not have to be present for a technician to perform necessary repairs. When submitting your request you can leave instructions for the technician to follow before entering your home.

The Pooldeck is available from 10am until 10pm daily.

West Lake Quarter has no breed restrictions so all dogs & cats are welcome.

There is a one-time pet fee of $300 for dogs & $200 for cats, with a monthly rent of $50 for dogs and $25 for cats.

West Lake Quarter has no breed restrictions so all dogs & cats are welcome.

We offer short term leases on a case by case basis. Contact us for more information.

Yes we do! Call us for more information.

There are no fees associated with our amenities.

The Mezz features a full-size in-unit washer and dryer while the Original has on-site washer and dryer on each floor.

Appointments are preferred, which can be easily made on our website or by contacting us at 612-920-1210, otherwise we do allow walk-ins 

Our application is done completely online. You can apply for the Mezz here https://www.themezzatwlq.com/ and The Original here https://www.theoriginalatwlq.com/

Our application approval process generally takes 24-48 hrs to process.

Rent is due on the 1st of each month and can be paid via your resident portal which is found on each buildings website. You can pay by card or bank account.

Renters insurance is required for all residents and we require a minimum personal liability amount of $100,000

We require a gross income of 3x your monthly rent for a standard deposit otherwise 2.5x for a conditional deposit.

Yes.

We have many studios,1 ,2 and 3-bedroom apartments available for immediate move in.