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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Keyless entry
  • Air conditioning
  • Vaulted ceilings
  • Attached garage
  • Walk-in closets
  • Attached garages

Location

4152 N Lightning Dr, Appleton, WI 54913, USA
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Management

Pfefferle Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(920) 560-5049

Property Overview

Lightning Drive Apartments is a highly rated community (8.5/10 overall) with exceptional value for the price, strong amenities, and a convenient location close to everyday essentials. Residents benefit from features like keyless entry, air conditioning, vaulted ceilings, walk-in closets, and attached garages, along with a generally quiet environment and good support for remote work and pet care nearby. The property details are presented with solid transparency, helping renters understand what to expect.

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, Lightning Drive Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Lightning Drive Apartments 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
  • Middle school nearby
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,036+ sqft$1,550–$1,600 /mo55 units available2 bedrooms 2 baths Garage – Attached included-either 1 or 2 stall. Storage – n/a Cable/Internet package – AT&T available Cats Allowed $75/pet/mo and $125 for two pets and $300 pet deposit charge per pet. Application fee - $25 Located adjacent to Apple Creek Trail, AT&T Fiber Optic Services, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, Open Concept/Vaulted Ceilings, Fireplace, Washer/Dryer, Keyless Entry, Air Conditioning, Smoke Free, Walk-in Closets, Attached Garages, Easy Access to Interstate 41, lots of storage in apartment.

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Amenities for Lightning Drive Apartments

Apartment Amenities

FireplaceGas Fireplace

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryStainless Steel Appliances
Washer and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Garage Parking
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

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About Lightning Drive Apartments

HomeApartments in Appleton Lightning Drive Apartments

Spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment located adjacent to the scenic Apple Creek Trail. This open-concept unit features vaulted ceilings, a fireplace, air conditioning, walk-in closets, and in-unit washer and dryer. Enjoy convenient access to Interstate 41 and the comfort of an attached garage (either one- or two-stall, depending on unit). Features & Amenities 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms Open-concept layout with vaulted ceilings Fireplace Washer and dryer in unit Air conditioning Walk-in closets Attached garage (1- or 2-stall) Smoke-free community Plenty of storage within the apartment Easy access to I-41 AT&T Fiber Optic & Spectrum Internet available Utilities Included: Lawn care, snow removal, and heat (hot water heat from boilers) Tenant responsible for: Electric, water, and Wi-Fi/internet service Pet Policy Cats allowed: $75/month per pet or $125/month for two cats One Dog allowed: under 50lbs (breed restrictions apply) Pet deposit: $300 per pet Fees Application fee: $25 per applicant


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, Lightning Drive Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Lightning Drive Apartments 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 Lightning Drive Apartments
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.
Lightning Drive Apartments 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.
Lightning Drive Apartments 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, Lightning Drive Apartments 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.
Lightning Drive Apartments 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 Lightning Drive Apartments 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.
Lightning Drive Apartments 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.

Lightning Drive Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 office supply store within 1 mile

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 Lightning Drive Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 2 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Fewer storage options
Limited cabinet or closet space
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Appleton

2-bedroom apartments at Lightning Drive Apartments cost about 30% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Appleton.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Appleton
A table of studio rental data trends in Appleton
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,142
June 2024$863
July 2024$780
August 2024$769
September 2024$1,187
October 2024$1,190
November 2024$1,116
December 2024$1,142
January 2025$1,147
February 2025$1,138
March 2025$1,186
April 2025$1,225
May 2025$1,054
June 2025$1,056
July 2025$1,059
August 2025$807
September 2025$785
October 2025$793
November 2025$802
December 2025$817
January 2026$821
February 2026$965
March 2026$1,242
April 2026$1,365

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$62,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $62,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,550.
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Schools near Lightning Drive Apartments

Huntley Elementary School

2224 n ullman st

appleton, WI, 54911

PK, K-6Public
B+

Appleton Community 4K

2701 north oneida st (inside the appleton area school district welcome center)

appleton, WI, 54911

PKPublic

4K Center for Literacy

614 e kimberly ave

kimberly, WI, 54136

PKPublic

Oneida Nation School

n7125 seminary rd

oneida, WI, 54155

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Appleton near 4152 N Lightning Dr

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

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 4152 N Lightning Dr, Appleton

Groceries

1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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ALDI
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Meijer
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Meijer Deli
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Festival Foods
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