5+ Days Ago
Location
1463 Sutton Bridge Rd, Rainbow City, AL 35906, USA
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Property Overview
Golden Rod Apartments presents an overall expert rating of 8.5, signifying its appeal for renters, complemented by an exceptional price rating of 10, indicating a strong value proposition. The property excels with a 9 out of 10 for both amenities and location, highlighting its impressive offerings and convenience to key destinations. Additionally, it ranks in the 71.43 percentile for value for money in comparison to surrounding properties, ensuring transparency and trustworthiness in its management approach with a rating of 7 out of 10.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Laundry available on site
- Pet friendly
Floor plans
| Golden Rod Apartments - Unit... | 1 bed | 1 bath | $725 /mo |
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Amenities for Golden Rod Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Aircon |
| Heat | Hot Water |
| Trash Included | Utilities/Sewer |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Services
| On-Site Management |
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
Application Fee
One-time. Agent application fee.
$35
REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
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Base Rent
Monthly rent payment.
$725
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 1 |
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About Golden Rod Apartments
Golden Rod Apartments cost $725 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: on-site management and on-site laundry. Located at 1463 Sutton Bridge Rd, Rainbow City, AL 35906, USA, Golden Rod Apartments has 1 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 1 bedroom in Rainbow City, renting an apartment at Golden Rod Apartments is 3% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Rainbow City include but are not limited to: 300 Brown Ave, 711 S 4th St, 2803 2nd 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, Golden Rod Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Golden Rod 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.
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.
Golden Rod 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.
Golden Rod Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including on-site management. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Golden Rod 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.
Golden Rod 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 Golden Rod 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.
Golden Rod 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.
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 Golden Rod Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- 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 Rainbow City
1-bedroom apartments at Golden Rod Apartments cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Rainbow City.
Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Rainbow City
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $550 |
| March 2024 | $600 |
| July 2024 | $750 |
| August 2024 | $730 |
| September 2024 | $707 |
| October 2024 | $735 |
| November 2024 | $750 |
| December 2024 | $742 |
| January 2025 | $823 |
| February 2025 | $722 |
| March 2025 | $742 |
| April 2025 | $738 |
| May 2025 | $738 |
| June 2025 | $741 |
| July 2025 | $735 |
| August 2025 | $728 |
| September 2025 | $725 |
| October 2025 | $734 |
| November 2025 | $750 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1463 Sutton Bridge Rd?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$29,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $29,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $725.
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Schools near Golden Rod Apartments
John S. Jones Elementary School
301 lumley rd
rainbow city, AL, 35906
PK, K-5Public
A-
Southside High School
2361 school dr
southside, AL, 35907
PK, 9-12Public
B
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Rainbow City near 1463 Sutton Bridge Rd
Walking
3/10
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.
Points of interest for 1463 Sutton Bridge Rd, Rainbow City
Groceries
4/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 15-to-20 minute walk.
Shopping
3/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.
Cafes
1/10
No cafés within walking distance.
Restaurants
3/10
The closest restaurant is within a 10-minute walk, and there are a few other restaurants within walking distance.
Primary schools
2/10
The closest elementary school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.
High schools
2/10
The closest high school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.
Nightlife
1/10
The closest bar is within a 30-minute walk.
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