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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Safe, friendly communities
  • Comfortable home

Location

471 W Bell Ave, Knoxville, IA 50138, USA
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Management

Kading Properties

Leasing office

(515) 481-5933

Property Overview

Villa's on Bell earns a strong overall impression with an 8.3/10 Zumper rating, backed by especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, plus solid trustworthiness. It stands out for value per square foot, 46 photos, nearby pet care, and a comfortable home setting in safe, friendly communities.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Villa's on Bell is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Villa's on Bell 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

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Cottage - 22 bed1 bath845 sqft$955 /mo11 units availableKading Properties prides itself on building living communities that bring people home. That means our communities are safe, friendly, well kept, well lit and close to nearby amenities for recreation, shopping and work. So whether you’re looking to upgrade from apartment living, to find a comfortable home for your family, or downsize from a home to less hands-on maintenance, Kading delivers on being timely and accurate in responding to our 24/7 maintenance requests and supporting your goals. We are dedicated to supporting our residents through superior care and responsiveness to your needs. We offer an online tenant portal making it easy to communicate with our team, to sign or renew your lease, make timely payments, or place service requests all from the convenience of your laptop, tablet, or smartphone. You’re invited to view our homes in person. Simply email or call our team to arrange a walk through. We hope you choose to make Kading your home!
Cottage - 33 bed2 bath1,240 sqft$1,335 /mo14 units availableKading Properties prides itself on building living communities that bring people home. That means our communities are safe, friendly, well kept, well lit and close to nearby amenities for recreation, shopping and work. So whether you’re looking to upgrade from apartment living, to find a comfortable home for your family, or downsize from a home to less hands-on maintenance, Kading delivers on being timely and accurate in responding to our 24/7 maintenance requests and supporting your goals. We are dedicated to supporting our residents through superior care and responsiveness to your needs. We offer an online tenant portal making it easy to communicate with our team, to sign or renew your lease, make timely payments, or place service requests all from the convenience of your laptop, tablet, or smartphone. You’re invited to view our homes in person. Simply email or call our team to arrange a walk through. We hope you choose to make Kading your home!
Elizabeth3 bed2 bath1,278 sqft$1,335 /mo2 units available
Lease by October 31st, 2026 and enjoy $500 off your first month’s rent—available exclusively in K...3 bed2 bath1,240 sqft$1,380 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Villa's on Bell

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet
Carpeted BedroomsOpen Kitchen Space

Appliances

FridgeStove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Laundry HookupsOnsite Laundry
Two Car Attached Garage

Grounds

One Car Attached GaragePet Stations

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceLawncare & Snow Management

Other

Maintenance Free and Pet-Friendly Living
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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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Villa's on Bell

HomeApartments in Knoxville Villa's on Bell

Kading Properties prides itself on building living communities that bring people home. That means our communities are safe, friendly, well kept, well lit and close to nearby amenities for recreation, shopping and work. So whether you’re looking to upgrade from apartment living, to find a comfortable home for your family, or downsize from a home to less hands-on maintenance, Kading delivers on being timely and accurate in responding to our 24/7 maintenance requests and supporting your goals. We are dedicated to supporting our residents through superior care and responsiveness to your needs. We offer an online tenant portal making it easy to communicate with our team, to sign or renew your lease, make timely payments, or place service requests all from the convenience of your laptop, tablet, or smartphone. You’re invited to view our homes in person. Simply email or call our team to arrange a walk through. We hope you choose to make Kading your home!


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Villa's on Bell is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Villa's on Bell 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 Villa's on Bell
Price·9A 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.
Villa's on Bell stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Villa's on Bell goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including 24 hour emergency maintenance. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Villa's on Bell 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.
Villa's on Bell 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 Villa's on Bell 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.

Villa's on Bell is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Villa's on Bell compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 538 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.8 miles away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

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Rent trends in Knoxville

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Villa's on Bell to be 32% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Knoxville.

3-bedroom apartments at Villa's on Bell cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Knoxville.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Knoxville
A table of studio rental data trends in Knoxville
MonthMedian Rent
September 2025$561
October 2025$582
November 2025$595
March 2026$595
April 2026$595
August 2026$675
September 2026$666
October 2026$475

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 471 W Bell Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$38,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,200 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $955.
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Schools near Villa's on Bell

West Elementary School

306 s park lane dr

knoxville, IA, 50138

PK, K-2Public
B-

Northstar Elementary School

407 w larson

knoxville, IA, 50138

3-5Public
C
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Getting around Knoxville near 471 W Bell Ave

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

2/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.

Points of interest for 471 W Bell Ave, Knoxville

Groceries

9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

4/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within a short drive

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