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501 S Avenue B, Portales, NM 88130, USA
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Property Overview
501 S Ave B offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.6/10, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 price score and 9/10 ratings for both amenities and location, plus reliable transparency from management. Central heating and cooling, close proximity to highly rated schools across all levels, and excellent walkability to 38 nearby restaurants contribute to an active social scene, convenient transit options, and a neighborhood with diverse age groups.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 756 sqft | $825 /mo | 1 unit available | 2 Bedroom, 1 bath (duplex) - Central heating and cooling, utility room with washer & dryer hook-ups. Tenants pay electricity (Xcel). 1 small pet may be considered, pet fee+monthly pet rent apply. |
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Amenities for 501 S Ave B
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Services
| Owner Pays Water |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 501 S Ave B
2 Bedroom, 1 bath (duplex) - Central heating and cooling, utility room with washer & dryer hook-ups. Tenants pay electricity (Xcel). 1 small pet may be considered, pet fee+monthly pet rent apply.
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 501 S Ave B is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 501 S Ave B has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
501 S Ave B 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·9A 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.
501 S Ave B goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including owner pays water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 501 S Ave B receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
501 S Ave B 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 501 S Ave B 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.
501 S Ave B is great for:
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 501 S Ave B compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Portales
2-bedroom apartments at 501 S Ave B cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Portales.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Portales
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $553 |
| June 2024 | $568 |
| July 2024 | $598 |
| August 2024 | $595 |
| September 2024 | $555 |
| October 2024 | $590 |
| November 2024 | $559 |
| December 2024 | $575 |
| January 2025 | $618 |
| February 2025 | $561 |
| March 2025 | $549 |
| April 2025 | $538 |
| May 2025 | $549 |
| June 2025 | $605 |
| July 2025 | $599 |
| August 2025 | $600 |
| September 2025 | $630 |
| October 2025 | $607 |
| November 2025 | $599 |
| December 2025 | $600 |
| January 2026 | $601 |
| February 2026 | $599 |
| March 2026 | $659 |
| April 2026 | $575 |
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Can I afford to live at 501 S Avenue B?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$33,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $825.
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Schools near 501 S Ave B
Brown Early Childhood Center
520 west 5th st
portales, NM, 88130
PK, KPublic
B+
James Elementary School
701 west 18th st
portales, NM, 88130
1-2Public
B+
Valencia Elementary School
1415 south globe
portales, NM, 88130
3-4Public
B
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Getting around Portales near 501 S Avenue B
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Points of interest for 501 S Avenue B, Portales
Groceries
2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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