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Highlights
- Attached garage
- Snow removal
- Private deck
- Townhome living
- 2-car garage
Location
4424 154th St, Urbandale, IA 50323, USA
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Property Overview
Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495) earns a strong overall impression with an 8.3 rating, combining excellent value, standout location, and solid amenities with a clear, trustworthy listing. Highlights include 19 photos, attached and 2-car garage options, snow removal, a private deck, and townhome living.
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
Balcony- Eco-friendly trash disposal
Floor plans
| Walnut Crest Interior Unit - West Side | 2 bed | 2.5 bath | 1,200 sqft | $1,800 /mo | 1 unit available | Introducing Walnut Crest Townhomes, a brand new community located in Urbandale, IA. These townhomes offer the convenience of an attached garage, making parking a breeze. All appliances are included, saving you time and money on furnishing your new home. Enjoy the outdoors on your private deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. Say goodbye to the hassle of lawn care and snow removal, as these services are included with your rent. Experience the ease and comfort of townhome living at Walnut Crest. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, attached 2-car garage, deck. |
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Amenities for Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495)
Apartment Amenities
| Town Home | Trash |
Appliances
| All Appliances Included |
Building
| Deck or Patio |
Grounds
| Attached Two Car Garage | Garage Parking |
| Outdoor Space |
Services
| Lawn Care | Snow Removal |
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
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 8 |
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About Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495)
Introducing Walnut Crest Townhomes, a brand new community located in Urbandale, IA. These townhomes offer the convenience of an attached garage, making parking a breeze. All appliances are included, saving you time and money on furnishing your new home. Enjoy the outdoors on your private deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. Say goodbye to the hassle of lawn care and snow removal, as these services are included with your rent. Experience the ease and comfort of townhome living at Walnut Crest. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, attached 2-car garage, deck.
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, Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495) 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.
Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495) 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.
Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495) goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including attached two car garage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495) 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.
Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495) 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 Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495) 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.
Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495) 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 Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495) compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Balcony
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Eco-friendly trash disposal
- This property has recycling pickup
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 1.4 miles away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in Urbandale
2-bedroom apartments at Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495) cost about 62% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Urbandale.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Urbandale
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $759 |
| December 2024 | $727 |
| January 2025 | $723 |
| February 2025 | $719 |
| March 2025 | $927 |
| April 2025 | $891 |
| May 2025 | $1,211 |
| June 2025 | $1,200 |
| July 2025 | $1,052 |
| August 2025 | $1,028 |
| September 2025 | $1,087 |
| October 2025 | $698 |
| November 2025 | $702 |
| December 2025 | $687 |
| January 2026 | $688 |
| February 2026 | $690 |
| March 2026 | $675 |
| April 2026 | $672 |
| May 2026 | $655 |
| June 2026 | $650 |
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Can I afford to live at 4424 154th St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-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
$72,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $72,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,800.
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Schools near Walnut Crest Townhomes (31495)
Walnut Hills Elementary School
4240 156th st
urbandale, IA, 50323
PK, K-5Public
A
Radiant Elementary
5050 170th st
urbandale, IA, 50323
K-5Public
A
Grant Ragan Elementary School
645 ne dartmoor dr
waukee, IA, 50263
PK, K-5Public
A
Vince Meyer Early Learning Center
430 ashowrth dr
waukee, IA, 50263
PKPublic
Heritage Elementary
500 ne beaverbrooke blvd
grimes, IA, 50111
PK, K-4Public
B+
Neighborhood
Getting around Urbandale near 4424 154th St
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
8/10
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
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 4424 154th St, Urbandale
Groceries
3/10
Some groceries within a short drive
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within a short drive
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
3/10
Some restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
0/10
Minimal park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within a short drive
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