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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private entrances
  • Ceiling fans
  • Dishwashers
  • Updated kitchens
  • Large windows
  • Storage units

Location

703 Jersey Ave, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
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Management

RST Rentals Property Management

Leasing office

(309) 205-5925

Property Overview

Country Gardens offers strong overall value with an 8.9/10 expert rating, combining competitive pricing, high-quality standards, and a convenient location near schools, transit, and everyday destinations. Residents benefit from appealing in-home features like private entrances, updated kitchens, dishwashers, ceiling fans, large windows, and extra storage, along with outdoor spaces and on-site recycling or composting options. The property also supports an active, pet-friendly and walkable lifestyle, with nearby parks, pet services, and a wide variety of restaurants.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Country Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Country Gardens 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath925 sqft$1,125 /mo1 unit availableLocated in the center of town on Jersey Ave bordering the Ewing Park sledding hill the Country Gardens apartment complex offers great apt living. All units have updated kitchens with dishwashers, living rooms and bedrooms have ceiling fans and all flooring is recent too. The units have central air, large windows to let in lots of light, private entrances, off street parking and are all clean and maintained at a high level. There is coin-op laundry in each building and also storage units for each unit available with a refundable lock deposit. The complex surrounds a large courtyard which makes for an open and attractive place to call home. $1,125/mo $1,250 Deposit. Water/Trash included tenant pays all other utilities. Pets welcome with additional $400 deposit and $40/mo rent. Send an inquiry online with questions or to set a time to come take a look!

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Amenities for Country Gardens

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
Garbage DisposalMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Services

Water Trash
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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

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About Country Gardens

HomeApartments in Bloomington Country Gardens

Located in the center of town on Jersey Ave bordering the Ewing Park sledding hill the Country Gardens apartment complex offers great apt living. All units have updated kitchens with dishwashers, living rooms and bedrooms have ceiling fans and all flooring is recent too. The units have central air, large windows to let in lots of light, private entrances, off street parking and are all clean and maintained at a high level. There is coin-op laundry in each building and also storage units for each unit available with a refundable lock deposit. The complex surrounds a large courtyard which makes for an open and attractive place to call home. $1,125/mo $1,250 Deposit. Water/Trash included tenant pays all other utilities. Pets welcome with additional $400 deposit and $40/mo rent. Send an inquiry online with questions or to set a time to come take a look!


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Country Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Country Gardens 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 Country Gardens
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.
Country Gardens 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.
Country Gardens goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Country Gardens 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.
Country Gardens 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·9A 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.
Country Gardens has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

Country Gardens is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 51 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • The area has transit options

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 9 parks within a mile
  • On-site recycling or composting options

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 Country Gardens compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 59 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

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Rent trends in Bloomington

2-bedroom apartments at Country Gardens cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Bloomington.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Bloomington
A table of studio rental data trends in Bloomington
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,493
July 2024$2,024
August 2024$1,429
September 2024$1,002
October 2024$912
November 2024$943
December 2024$958
January 2025$939
February 2025$861
March 2025$877
April 2025$787
May 2025$774
June 2025$749
July 2025$714
August 2025$745
September 2025$725
October 2025$731
November 2025$804
December 2025$843
January 2026$860
February 2026$822
March 2026$858
April 2026$939

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Country Gardens

Bent Elementary School

904 n roosevelt ave

bloomington, IL, 61701

K-5Public
C+

Scott Early Learning Center

1119 e taylor st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Thomas Metcalf School

isu campus box 7000

normal, IL, 61790

PK, K-8Public
A+

Sarah E. Raymond School of Early Education

1402 w olive st

bloomington, IL, 61701

PKPublic

Congerville Elementary School

310 e kauffman st

congerville, IL, 61729

K-4Public
A
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Bloomington near 703 Jersey Ave

Walking

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

Driving

7/10
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 703 Jersey Ave, Bloomington

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 703 Jersey Ave

Shoppes at College Hills
314 S Towanda Ave
College Hills Meat Shop
1522 E College Ave
RK Grocery
106 Young Dr
Hy-Vee
1403 N Veterans Pkwy
Kroger
1550 E College Ave

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