Parking

Having a car in the cities can be both expensive and inconvenient. However, if you do end up needing to drive
to school, here is some information on a few options for parking near IPR.

Please keep in mind that there is no parking reserved for students at IPR!

Metered Parking is located along Washington Ave and most side streets. You can usually get 12
to 15 minutes per quarter. Be careful, you will almost always get a ticket if you are parked for lon-
ger than you paid for! Active meter hours are usually Monday through Friday from 8am-6pm. The
rest of the time you may park for free for any length of time at the meters (but make sure to check
your specific meter for times – they may vary).

Union Plaza – 612.349.2741 – is a lot located across the street from IPR at 333 Washington Ave
N. Rates are $1/hour, $5/day, and $85/month for a permit. Parking is often on a waiting list, so
the sooner you can call before your start date, the better!

WW Parking Lot – 763.509.9999 – is about 3 blocks from IPR at 90 Second Ave S, by the Federal Reserve
Bank building. Rates are $4/day and $70/month.

Fourth Street Garage – 612.376.0090 – is 3 blocks away with entrances on North Third Avenue and North
Second Avenue. Rates are $9.75/day (4-12 hours) and $117/month.

Loop Parking – 612.375.1301 – is 6 blocks away, at 900 Washington Ave North. The monthly rate is $87.50.

Visit http://parking.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/index.htm for all details about parking meters, ramp locations, rates, and general information.

A few things to keep in mind

  • Most all apartments in the Minneapolis area will charge you to park in their lot. The exceptions are those
    with street parking and a few select buildings that offer free lot parking.
  • No one at IPR can assist you with parking issues. If you have a problem, you will have to contact the owner
    of the ramp/lot/meter.
  • Consider getting housing in the suburbs. Parking in the suburbs is almost always free, so you would only
    need to pay one monthly fee (for downtown parking). However, some suburbs are rather far away from
    IPR, so you need to factor in gas prices and wear and tear on your vehicle.
  • There is no perfect solution to having a car in the cities. You will need to look at your budget, housing op-
    tions and how often you predict needing the vehicle in order to choose the most sensible option.