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1238 4th Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403, USA|Wellington Heights
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Property Overview
Brown Apartments - 1238 scores highly overall, with strong marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It stands out for nearby transit, walkability, recycling options, and access to parks, restaurants, and coworking spaces, while also offering convenient proximity to schools.
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
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
Great for
Eco living
Work-from-home
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $850 /mo | 1 unit available | The property has IFA funding 40% There are yearly income limits you cant make over 1 Person households $29,520.00 2 Person Household $33,720.00 3 Person Household $37.920.00 4 Person household $42,120.00 https www affordablehousingnetwork org available-properties |
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Amenities for Brown Apartments - 1238
Apartment Amenities
| Gas | Trash |
| Water |
Building
| Sewer |
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Policies and fees
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 7 |
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About Brown Apartments - 1238
The property has IFA funding 40% There are yearly income limits you cant make over 1 Person households $29,520.00 2 Person Household $33,720.00 3 Person Household $37.920.00 4 Person household $42,120.00 https www affordablehousingnetwork org available-properties
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, Brown Apartments - 1238 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Brown Apartments - 1238 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.
Brown Apartments - 1238 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.
Brown Apartments - 1238 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including gas. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Brown Apartments - 1238 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.
Brown Apartments - 1238 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 Brown Apartments - 1238 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.
Brown Apartments - 1238 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 Brown Apartments - 1238 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.7 miles away
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 2.3 miles from public transportation
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 3.8 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Wellington Heights
2-bedroom apartments at Brown Apartments - 1238 cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Wellington Heights.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Wellington Heights
Cedar Rapids
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $786 |
| December 2024 | $778 |
| January 2025 | $779 |
| February 2025 | $791 |
| March 2025 | $836 |
| April 2025 | $871 |
| May 2025 | $835 |
| June 2025 | $773 |
| July 2025 | $721 |
| August 2025 | $876 |
| September 2025 | $946 |
| October 2025 | $766 |
| November 2025 | $632 |
| December 2025 | $637 |
| January 2026 | $761 |
| February 2026 | $937 |
| March 2026 | $1,017 |
| April 2026 | $938 |
| May 2026 | $779 |
| June 2026 | $640 |
| July 2026 | $801 |
| August 2026 | $932 |
| September 2026 | $1,020 |
| October 2026 | $1,055 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $425 |
| December 2024 | $463 |
| January 2025 | $453 |
| February 2025 | $450 |
| December 2025 | $425 |
| January 2026 | $425 |
| February 2026 | $425 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1238 4th Ave Se?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$34,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $850.
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Schools near Brown Apartments - 1238
Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Elementary
2500 edgewood rd
cedar rapids, IA, 52405
K-5Public
C
Longfellow Elementary
2900 8th ave
marion, IA, 52302
PK, K-2Public
B+
College Community Early Childhood Center
125 prairie hill
cedar rapids, IA, 52404
PKPublic
Prairie Early Childhood Center
125 prairie hill ct sw
cedar rapids, IA, 52404
PKPublic
Solon Intermediate
200 west 5th st
solon, IA, 52333
4-5Public
B
Neighborhood
Wellington Heights | Cedar Rapids, IA
Getting around Cedar Rapids near 1238 4th Ave Se
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1238 4th Ave Se, Cedar Rapids
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 1238 4th Ave Se
S International Market
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Saigon Market
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Karibu Market
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Treehouse Private Brands
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Market Street Technologies Inc
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Coe College Kohawks Shop
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Prince Albert Tuxedos
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Top Notch Boutique
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Frog Resale LLC
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St Vincent de Paul Society
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Scooter's Coffee
1420 1st Ave NE
The Blue Strawberry Coffee Company
118 2nd St SE
Maeve's Nutrition
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Roasters Coffeehouse Newbo
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Brewhemia
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Moose McDuffy's
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Fun City Sports
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Midtown Station
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Fat Wally's
429 2nd Ave SE
Sacred Cow Tavern
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Kathy's Pies Inc
616 5th Ave SE
Shawnniecakes
1800 1st Ave NE
La Petite Patisserie
317 22nd St NE
Health Hut Cedar Rapids
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Green Angels Herbs & Healing
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Wendy's
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China Inn
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Arby's
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