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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • 24/7 emergency maintenance
  • Comfortable living, cozy apartments

Location

100 102/104 12th St Sw, Spencer, IA 51301, USA
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Property Overview

Fairview Estates Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8 out of 10 rating, supported by standout scores for amenities, location, price, and trustworthiness. It offers competitive value, convenient access to nearby points of interest, and helpful features like 24/7 emergency maintenance, comfortable living, cozy apartments, 10 photos, and nearby pet services.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Fairview Estates Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Fairview Estates Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath724 sqft
3 Bedroom3 bed1.5 bath889 sqft

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Amenities for Fairview Estates Apartments

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

Units24
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About Fairview Estates Apartments

Home Fairview Estates Apartments

Located at 100 102/104 12th St Sw, Spencer, IA 51301, USA, Fairview Estates Apartments has 2 — 3 bedroom units available.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Fairview Estates Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Fairview Estates Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Fairview Estates Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Fairview Estates Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Fairview Estates Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Fairview Estates Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Fairview Estates Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Fairview Estates Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Fairview Estates Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available
Oven not listed
In-unit oven not included in listing

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Rent trends in Spencer

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Spencer
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Spencer
MonthMedian Rent
February 2025$750
March 2025$750
April 2025$855
May 2025$855
November 2025$683
December 2025$691
March 2026$882
August 2026$940

Schools near Fairview Estates Apartments

Lincoln Elementary School

615 4th ave sw

spencer, IA, 51301

3-5Public
B-

Johnson Elementary School

724 west 9th st

spencer, IA, 51301

PK, KPublic
B

Fairview Park Elementary School

1508 5th ave east

spencer, IA, 51301

1-2Public
B-
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Getting around Spencer near 100 102/104 12th St Sw

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 100 102/104 12th St Sw, Spencer

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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