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1238 4th Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403, USA|Wellington Heights
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Property Overview
Brown Apartments - 1238 achieves a strong overall rating of 8.5, reflecting its excellent balance between price, value, and amenities. With a price rating of 10, it stands out competitively, while its impressive location rating of 9 ensures easy access to nearby schools, dining, and entertainment options, catering well to both social and work-from-home lifestyles. Additionally, its trustworthiness rating of 7 highlights transparency in its offerings, providing potential renters with a clear understanding of their living experience.
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
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
Great for
Social life
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $675 /mo | 1 unit available | |||
| 3BR/1.0BA | 3 bed | 1 bath | $725 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Brown Apartments - 1238
Apartment Amenities
| Gas | Trash |
| Water |
Appliances
| Fridge | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Sewer |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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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
Brown Apartments - 1238 cost $675–$725 per month. Located at 1238 4th Ave Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403, USA, 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 48% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Cedar Rapids include but are not limited to: 3235 8th St
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 GoodWith 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.
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:
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
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- 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 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 34% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Wellington Heights.
Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Wellington Heights
Cedar Rapids
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $637 |
| January 2026 | $738 |
| Month | Median 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 |
| December 2025 | $425 |
| January 2026 | $425 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1238 4th Ave Se?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$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 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
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Wendy's
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Arby's
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