FAQs

Yes, Harlow is now pre-leasing for early 2027!

Harlow is set to officially open in February 2027.

Applying is straightforward. Here's how:

• Visit our Floor Plans page and select the layout you want.

• Review available units and click "Start Application."

• Each adult (18+) in the household needs a separate email address and applicant portal.

• Pay the application fee of $50 per adult and administration fee of $150 per unit.

• Complete all signatures within 24 hours — incomplete applications are cancelled automatically and cannot be recovered.

Please ensure you have all income documentation ready before you start the application.

Gather the following before you start your application:

• Government-issued photo ID for every adult (18+) household member

• Proof of all income sources for every household member (pay stubs, tax returns, Social Security letters, child support documentation, etc.)

• Separate email addresses for each adult — each must create their own applicant portal

All income must be documented and submitted; missing documentation will delay processing.

While our construction team puts the finishing touches on our community, we aren't able to do tours at this time. Contact our team to be notified once we are available for in-person tours!

Harlow offers accessible apartment homes and community spaces. Please contact our leasing office to discuss your specific accessibility needs and availability of accessible units.

The application fee is $50 per adult (18+) household member, and a $150 administrative fee per unit is due at application. A $500 standard security deposit will be due upon approval. An additional deposit may be required depending on the applicant's approval status.

At Harlow, one underground parking stall is included with every home at no extra charge. For additional vehicles, surface lot parking is available.

Utilities are not included in rent. Rent covers base rent only, and residents pay for their own utilities.

Residents are responsible for all utilities:

• Electricity and gas: Billed separately and based on your actual usage.

• Water, sewer and trash: Billed monthly using a ratio utility billing system (RUBS), which divides the community’s total cost based on factors like apartment size and number of occupants.

• Internet: $65/month (required).

• Utility billing fee: $4.25/month.

Yes. Harlow accepts Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and other forms of rental assistance, provided the subsidy meets or exceeds the established rent amount. Contact our leasing team to discuss how your voucher applies.

Yes! Harlow welcomes up to 2 pets per apartment home. Dogs and cats are welcome (breed restrictions apply for dogs).

• Maximum: 2 pets per home

• Pet deposit: $300 refundable per pet

• Pet fee: $200 non-refundable per pet

• Pet rent: $50/month per pet

For more information regarding our pet policy, please contact our team.

Yes, cats are welcome at Harlow. Up to 2 pets total are allowed per home, including cats. Each pet requires a $300 refundable deposit, $200 non-refundable pet fee and $50 per month in pet rent.

The following dog breeds are not permitted at Harlow:

• Akitas

• Chow Chows

• Doberman Pinschers

• German Shepherds

• Huskies

• Malamutes

• Pit Bulls

• Presa Canarios

• Rottweilers

• Staffordshire Terriers

• Wolf-Hybrids

Have questions about a specific breed? Contact our leasing team before applying.

Yes. Pet screening is required for all pets at move-in and renews annually for $30 per year. Assistance animal requests, including ESAs, are also submitted through the pet screening process.

Harlow features a vast array of apartment amenities, including stainless steel appliances, two-toned cabinetry, quartz countertops, tile kitchen backsplash, luxury vinyl plank flooring, in-unit laundry, and select units have patios/balconies. For more on our amenities, please visit our amenities page.

Our residents have access to our fitness center, sky lounge & deck, and more! For a complete list of amenities, please visit the amenities section of our website.

Yes. Harlow is a 100% smoke-free community. Smoking is not permitted inside apartment homes, on patios and balconies, or in any common community area.

Every apartment at Harlow comes fully equipped with a french door refrigerator, stainless steel appliances, range/oven, dishwasher, and microwave. Quartz countertops and two-toned cabinetry complete the kitchen.

Yes, apartments at Harlow feature in-home laundry.

Select homes at Harlow feature a private patio or balcony.

Harlow offers 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments ranging from 629-1,435 square feet. Every apartment features modern finishes, in-unit laundry, and design details inspired by the Hollywood golden age — think bold colors, sleek surfaces, and elevated details that make everyday living feel special. To learn more, please visit our floor plans page.

Harlow’s two-bedroom, two-bath homes range from 1,105 to 1,172 square feet, averaging about 1,144 square feet. That’s roughly 10% more space than comparable two-bedrooms at apartment communities nearby. Every Harlow two-bedroom has an open layout with two full bathrooms, so there’s room to spread out, work from home or host guests.

Yes, Harlow has elevators on-site.

Harlow is located at 575 W 78th St, Chanhassen, MN 55317 — right in the heart of Downtown Chanhassen's walkable mixed-use core. You're steps from Lunds & Byerlys, Cub Foods, Target, Total Wine, Lakewinds Co-Op, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, and a growing lineup of local restaurants and shops. Chanhassen sits approximately 16–20 miles southwest of downtown Minneapolis.

Harlow has a Walk Score of 76, rated “Very Walkable.” Most errands can be done on foot, with dining, groceries, coffee and Chanhassen Dinner Theatres all within a few blocks on West 78th Street.

Yes. Harlow has a Bike Score of 74, rated “Very Bikeable.” Chanhassen’s citywide trail system connects you to Lake Ann Park, Lake Minnewashta Regional Park, and more.

Harlow is located within Eastern Carver County Schools. Nearby schools include Chanhassen Elementary, Pioneer Ridge Middle, and Chanhassen High School. Contact the school districts directly to verify current enrollment boundaries before making enrollment decisions.

Harlow is approximately 16–20 miles southwest of Minneapolis, typically a 25–35 minute drive via Highways 5, 41, or 212. For those who prefer not to drive daily, SouthWest Transit operates express bus routes and the SW Prime microtransit service from the Chanhassen Transit Station — a practical option for commuters heading to downtown Minneapolis or Eden Prairie. Major employers throughout the southwest metro corridor are also well within reach.

Chanhassen punches well above its weight as a suburb. From Harlow you can walk to the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres — the largest professional dinner theatre in the country. Paisley Park, Prince's legendary recording studio and performance venue, is a short drive away. Outdoor lovers have access to over 70 miles of trails connecting neighborhoods to five public beaches on Lake Ann, Lake Minnewashta, and Lotus Lake. The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is also just a short drive away. Daily needs like grocery runs, coffee, and dining are all within easy walking distance of your front door.

Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is about 20 miles from Harlow, roughly a 30-minute drive via Highway 5 and I-494. For private and charter flights, Flying Cloud Airport in Eden Prairie is only about 10 minutes away.

Everyday errands are just down the street. Lunds & Byerlys anchors West Village Center on West 78th Street, which also has Caribou Coffee and other shops. Target, Cub Foods and ALDI are all nearby in Chanhassen. From late spring to fall, the Chanhassen Farmers’ Market sets up in City Center Park, a short walk from home. For more, Eden Prairie Center and the boutiques of downtown Excelsior are a quick drive away.

Some of Chanhassen’s favorite restaurants are right on Harlow’s block of West 78th Street. Grab sushi at Kai’s Sushi & Grill, wood-fired pizza at Pizzaioli, Thai at Na’s Thai Cafe, or a steak at Moe’s Char House. A few blocks away, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres and Brindisi’s Pub pair dinner with a show. You’ll also find Houlihan’s, Bonsai Sushi & Korean Cuisine, Soya Sushi & Grill and Rey Azteca within walking distance.

Yes. Lake Ann Park, just west on West 78th Street, has 102 acres with a swimming beach, a fishing pier, watercraft rentals, trails, ball fields and playgrounds. The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, one of the region’s top destinations for gardens and walking trails, is a short drive west on Highway 5. Lake Minnewashta Regional Park and Chanhassen’s citywide trail system give you plenty more room to hike, bike and paddle.

Chanhassen is home to Life Time’s corporate headquarters. Major employers like Emerson’s Rosemount, General Mills and Instant Web Companies are also near Harlow. Just next door, Eden Prairie is home to C.H. Robinson and Starkey Hearing Technologies. Highway 5, US-212 and I-494 make for an easy commute to the I-494 corridor, Bloomington and Downtown Minneapolis.