Parking garage University

Oak Street Ramp – 401 SE Oak St, Minneapolis, MN 55455, Minnesota

★ 2.9 (20 reviews)

About this Location

Facility Overview

The Oak Street Parking Ramp is a significant multi-level parking structure located in Minneapolis, specifically serving the university and medical district. It features a large capacity of 2,187 parking stalls, making it a reliable hub for visitors, students, and employees in the area.

Access and Amenities

The facility is designed for standard passenger vehicles. Key amenities include:

  • Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations: Four Level 1 and two Level 2 chargers are available on the ground floor at the south end of the ramp near the exit.
  • Strategic location providing proximity to major campus landmarks and local commercial zones.

Parking Information

The ramp is managed by University of Minnesota Parking & Transportation Services. Payment structures are typically integrated with campus parking systems. Users are encouraged to check official university signage for current transient and event parking rates, as pricing may fluctuate based on university schedules and special events.

Strategic Importance

Due to its high volume of spaces and prime location at 401 SE Oak St, the Oak Street Ramp serves as a primary parking alternative for those visiting the University of Minnesota campus, surrounding research facilities, and nearby medical clinics. Its high capacity helps mitigate congestion in the surrounding urban streets.

Event & Venue Access: Traveling for an event? Check out full guide and rates for parking near 3M Arena.

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Driver Guidance & Nearby Highlights

Access specs, clearance heights & walking distance to local destinations

Verified Intel

Know Before You Go

Max Vehicle Clearance Height Limit
7' 0" (2.13m)
Vehicles exceeding height limits or equipped with rooftop cargo carriers should avoid upper decks and verify clearance signage at entrance portals.
Access Mechanism
Barrier Ticket at Entry
Payment Accepted
Credit Card, Debit Card
Highway / Interstate Access
Exit 235B (0.44 mi)
Neighbourhood at a Glance 25 venues
7 Sportss
4 Stadiums
3 Hospitals
3 Transits
2 Museums
Closest 2 min walk
Furthest 16 min walk

This car park sits within a 16-minute walk of 25 local venues, including University of Minnesota Health Cinics and Surgery Center and Ted Mann Concert Hall. Ideal for visitors to the area's sports scene.

Walking Distance to Destinations

Event Day Traffic Notice: Walking distance to Freeman Aquatics Center. Expect heavier pump demand and area congestion on event days.
University of Minnesota Health Cinics and Surgery Center Hospital
2m walk • 0.12 mi
Pedestrian access available, approximately 2 min walk (0.12 mi).
Heritage Gallery Museum
4m walk • 0.2 mi
Walk west through the McNamara Alumni Center courtyard for direct pedestrian building access.
East Bank Transit Station
5m walk • 0.24 mi
Head west on Washington Avenue, which is restricted to transit vehicles and pedestrian traffic.
Stadium Village Transit Station
5m walk • 0.24 mi
Be mindful of METRO Green Line train crossings and pedestrian surges along Washington Avenue.
Freeman Aquatics Center Sports Centre
5m walk • 0.25 mi
Arrive via 4th Street SE or University Avenue to avoid match-day traffic on Oak Street.

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