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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Open floor plans
  • Modern convenience
  • On site laundry
  • Living area
  • Well-designed living space

Location

605 1st Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, USA
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Management

Cornerstone Property Management Group

Leasing office

(515) 408-4323

Property Overview

The Carnegie offers a strong mix of modern convenience and practical value, with open floor plans, a well-designed living space, and on-site laundry in a prime location. Its high expert rating, excellent scores for price, amenities, and location, plus a clear property description, suggest it is a compelling option for renters.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Carnegie is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Carnegie 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Elevator
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$995 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to The Carnegie in Fort Dodge, IA. These apartments are housed in the historic former Carnegie library. This unique apartment features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with high ceilings and great views. The open concept layout provides a spacious and inviting atmosphere. Rest assured in our secure building, offering peace of mind for our residents. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind living experience in a prime location close to restaurants and night life. Contact us today to schedule a tour and make this apartment your new home. *Over 1100 square feet *3rd floor, great views *Open floor plan *Classic (non functional) fireplace *On site laundry *Matching deposit *Secure building *2 bed, 1 bath *No HUD *$995/month $995/deposit

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Amenities for The Carnegie

Apartment Amenities

High CeilingHigh Ceilings

Building

ElevatorOnsite Laundry

Services

Water and Garbage
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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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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About The Carnegie

HomeApartments in Fort Dodge The Carnegie

Welcome to The Carnegie in Fort Dodge, IA, where historic charm meets modern convenience. This beautiful building offers open floor plans that provide a spacious living area for you to make your own. With its unique character and prime location close to food and entertainment downtown. The Carnegie is the perfect place to call home. Experience the beauty of a historic building while enjoying the comfort of a well-designed living space. Don't miss out on the opportunity to live in this one-of-a-kind apartment.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Carnegie is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Carnegie 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 The Carnegie
Price·9A 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.
The Carnegie stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
The Carnegie goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including elevator. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Carnegie 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.
The Carnegie 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 The Carnegie does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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 Carnegie provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking 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 The Carnegie compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Fort Dodge

2-bedroom apartments at The Carnegie cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Fort Dodge.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Fort Dodge
A table of studio rental data trends in Fort Dodge
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$850
September 2024$850
October 2024$813
November 2024$784
December 2024$742
January 2025$708
February 2025$663
March 2025$637
April 2025$676
May 2025$673
June 2025$677
July 2025$595
August 2025$808
September 2025$860
October 2025$868
November 2025$876
December 2025$893
January 2026$800
February 2026$764
March 2026$771
April 2026$830
May 2026$787
June 2026$753
July 2026$641
August 2026$525

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Can I afford to live at 605 1st Ave N?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near The Carnegie

Feelhaver Elementary School

1300 14th ave n

fort dodge, IA, 50501

1-5Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Fort Dodge near 605 1st Ave N

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 605 1st Ave N, Fort Dodge

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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