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Highlights

  • Spacious apartments
  • Closet space
  • Unique layouts
  • Spacious living room
  • Original wood flooring
  • Laundry on site

Location

1300 Oakland Rd Ne, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, USA
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Management

D and D Real Estate Holdings, LC

Leasing office

(319) 377-5666

Property Overview

The Gardens offers a compelling living option with a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6, indicating strong overall appeal to renters. Notable features include spacious apartments, original wood flooring, and convenient on-site laundry, complemented by a competitive price rating of 10 and an amenities rating of 9. Its prime location further enhances the quality of life, while a trustworthiness rating of 8 reflects a commitment to transparency and reliability, making it particularly attractive to potential residents.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, The Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Gardens 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
  • Less expensive
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

OG 1br basement1 bed1 bath560 sqft$625 /mo3 units availableThese spacious lower level apts have a secured entrance with lots of living space! Cute foyer area, extra closets with laundry in the building. Plenty of off street parking & on the bus route. Cats welcome-fees & restrictions apply. Heat, water & trash paid. Renters insurance required Give us a call today to set up a showing at 319-377-5666 ddrealestateholdings. com
OG 1br1 bed1 bath580 sqft$655 /mo4 units availableThese 1 bedroom 1 bath apartments are all unique in their own way. Different layouts, updated carpet & flooring to wood floors throughout. Neutral colors with charming style. Large living rooms & plenty of closet space. The property has laundry inside each building & plenty of off street parking. Heat & water paid. Tenant pays electric Renters insurance required. Cats welcome. Give us a call today for further questions or to set up a showing! 319-377-5666
OG large 1 br1 bed1 bath625 sqft$685 /mo1 unit availableThese beautiful spacious apts have an extra room that makes a great office, dining area or whatever your need! Spacious living room & bedroom with lots of closet space! Heat, water & trash paid; tenant just pays electric. Renters insurance is required for $15 per month. Call us today for a showing at 319-377-5666. Apply online or in person!
OG 2 br2 bed1 bath695 sqft$725 /mo1 unit availableThese beautiful 2 bedroom 1 bath apartments have spacious living rooms & lots of closet space throughout! Some with original wood flooring or fully carpeted throughout. Tenant pays electric. Heat, water & trash are paid. Renters insurance is required. 1st & 2nd floor units available! Cats welcome, fees & restrictions apply. Laundry on site & plenty of off street parking. Give us a call today at 319-377-5666

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Amenities for The Gardens

Apartment Amenities

Heat & WaterHeat & Water Paid
Trash

Appliances

FridgeRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Neighborhood

Nearby Shopping
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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
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About The Gardens

HomeApartments in Cedar Rapids The Gardens

These 1 bedroom 1 bath apartments are all unique in their own way. Different layouts, updated carpet & flooring to wood floors throughout. Neutral colors with charming style. Large living rooms & plenty of closet space. The property has laundry inside each building & plenty of off street parking. Heat & water paid. Tenant pays electric Renters insurance required. Cats welcome. Give us a call today for further questions or to set up a showing! 319-377-5666


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, The Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Gardens 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 The Gardens
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.
The Gardens 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.
The Gardens goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Gardens 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.
The Gardens 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 The Gardens 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.

The Gardens is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 The Gardens compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 90 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Rent trends in Cedar Rapids

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 18% lower than 1-bedrooms in Cedar Rapids.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Gardens to be 32% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Cedar Rapids.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Cedar Rapids
A table of studio rental data trends in Cedar Rapids
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$730
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$761
February 2026$937
March 2026$1,035

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1300 Oakland Rd Ne?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$26,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $26,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $655.
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Schools near The Gardens

Garfield Elementary School

1201 maplewood dr ne

cedar rapids, IA, 52402

K-5Public
C

Cedar Rapids Virtual Academy Elementary

2500 edgewood rd

cedar rapids, IA, 52405

K-5Public
C

Longfellow Elementary

2900 8th ave

marion, IA, 52302

PK, K-2Public
B+

College Community Early Childhood Center

125 prairie hill

cedar rapids, IA, 52404

PKPublic

Prairie Early Childhood Center

125 prairie hill ct sw

cedar rapids, IA, 52404

PKPublic
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Getting around Cedar Rapids near 1300 Oakland Rd Ne

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1300 Oakland Rd Ne, Cedar Rapids

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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