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1238 4th Avenue Southeast, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403, United States|Wellington Heights
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Property Overview

Brown Apartments - 1238 offers a compelling living experience, earning an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.5 out of 10. With exceptional ratings for amenities (9/10) and location (9/10), it provides great value and convenience, along with a perfect price rating of 10/10, reflecting its competitive pricing relative to features. Additionally, the property supports a vibrant social scene and a conducive environment for remote work, with various nearby amenities and facilities.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$675 /mo1 unit available
3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath$725 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Brown Apartments - 1238

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GasWater

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FridgeIn-Unit Laundry
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RefrigeratorStove
Washer and Dryer

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Internet/Cable
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About Brown Apartments - 1238

HomeApartments in Cedar RapidsWellington Heights Brown Apartments - 1238

Brown Apartments - 1238 cost $675–$725 per month. Located at 1238 4th Avenue Southeast, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403, United States, Brown Apartments - 1238 has 2 — 3 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 3 bedrooms in Cedar Rapids, renting an apartment at Brown Apartments - 1238 is 46% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Cedar Rapids include but are not limited to: 1407 3rd Avenue Southeast, 760 Brandon Avenue, 2841 Cory Court Southwest, 3205 8th Street


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 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.
How we rated Brown Apartments - 1238
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·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.
Brown Apartments - 1238 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.

Brown Apartments - 1238 is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 6 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 139 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 27 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

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 mile away
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Wellington Heights

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Brown Apartments - 1238 to be 36% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Wellington Heights.

3-bedroom apartments at Brown Apartments - 1238 cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Wellington Heights.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Wellington Heights
Cedar Rapids
A table of studio rental data trends in Cedar Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$700
January 2024$700
February 2024$700
March 2024$750
April 2024$735
May 2024$775
June 2024$764
July 2024$742
August 2024$753
September 2024$776
October 2024$787
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$685
A table of studio rental data trends in Wellington Heights
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$425
April 2024$425
May 2024$425
June 2024$425
July 2024$425
November 2024$425
December 2024$463
January 2025$453
February 2025$450

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Rent-to-income ratio

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$27,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $675.
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Neighborhood

Wellington Heights | Cedar Rapids, IA

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

Getting around Cedar Rapids near 1238 4th Avenue Southeast

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 Avenue Southeast, 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 Avenue Southeast

S International Market
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Karibu Market
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Hy-Vee
1556 1st Ave NE
Treehouse Private Brands
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Market Street Technologies Inc
215 1st Ave SE

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