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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Conveniently located
  • New appliances
  • Fully renovated apartments
  • Newly renovated
  • New flooring
  • New carpet

Location

2500 Junior College Boulevard, Wharton, TX 77488, US
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Management

CLVR Acquisition

Leasing office

(844) 278-2968 ext. 9986

Property Overview

River Bend Apartments presents an impressive overall experience, earning a strong 8.8 rating from Zumper, supported by exceptional scores of 10 for price and amenities. The property's location is highly rated at 9, offering easy access to schools, fitness facilities, and dining options, while notable features include fully renovated units and convenient outdoor spaces. Additionally, it promotes a vibrant social atmosphere and pet-friendly options, making it a well-rounded choice for potential renters.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, River Bend Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, River Bend 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
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Wellness
  • Social life

Floor plans

1 Bed / 1 Bath1 bed1 bath630 sqft$795 /mo
2 Beds / 1.5 Baths2 bed1.5 bath882 sqft$925 /mo
3 Beds / 2 Baths3 bed2 bath1,189 sqft$1,150 /mo

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Amenities for River Bend Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
CarpetCentral Heat

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceSwimming Pool

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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Free month special across from Wharton Jr College. River Bend Apartments is a beautiful apartment home community offering 1, 2 or 3 bedroom pool, washer/dryer connections. Newly rebuilt after the flood with new carpet & appliances. Our apartments are conveniently located a few steps from the Wharton Junior College & just across the street of the Wharton High School. **Come and visit our newly fully renovated apartments complete with new carpet, flooring and appliances.**


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, River Bend Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, River Bend 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 River Bend 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.
River Bend 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·10A 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.
River Bend Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
River Bend 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 River Bend 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.
River Bend 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.

River Bend Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

Wellness

  • 3 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 4 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • On-site pool or spa

Social life

  • 13 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 45 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 5 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers 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 River Bend Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Wharton

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at River Bend Apartments to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Wharton.

3-bedroom apartments at River Bend Apartments cost about the same as the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Wharton.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Wharton
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Wharton
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$947
May 2025$938
June 2025$925
July 2025$928
August 2025$943
September 2025$939
October 2025$925
December 2025$925
January 2026$925

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Can I afford to live at 2500 Junior College Boulevard?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $795.
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Schools near River Bend Apartments

C.G. Sivells Elementary School

1605 alabama rd

wharton, TX, 77488

PK, K-1Public
B-

Wharton Elementary School

2030 e boling hwy

wharton, TX, 77488

2-5Public
C-
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Wharton near 2500 Junior College Boulevard

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 2500 Junior College Boulevard, Wharton

Groceries

7/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there are also a few specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

2/10
The closest fashion store is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other fashion stores within walking distance.

Cafes

1/10
The closest café is within a 30-minute walk.

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.

Primary schools

7/10
The closest elementary school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.

High schools

6/10
The closest high school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.

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