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Highlights

  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Free off-street parking
  • Pet-friendly
  • Charming apartment community
  • Easy access

Location

2226 68th St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324, USA
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Management

Stanbrough Realty Company LLC

Leasing office

(515) 334-3345

Property Overview

Manor Heights rates highly with an overall score of 7.9 from Zumper, reflecting a strong value proposition with a competitive price rating of 8.0. The property shines with its impressive amenities rating of 9.0 and a prime location, also rated 9.0, ensuring residents enjoy convenience and a vibrant community atmosphere with parks, cultural venues, and public transportation within close proximity. Notable features include on-site laundry, free off-street parking, and a pet-friendly environment, enhancing its appeal for prospective 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

7.9
Very Good
Manor Heights is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

One Bedroom in Windsor Heights1 bed1 bath680 sqft$750 /mo1 unit available
Two Bedroom in Windsor Heights2 bed1 bath800 sqft$800 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Manor Heights

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RefrigeratorStove
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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About Manor Heights

HomeApartments in Windsor Heights Manor Heights

Manor Heights cost $750–$800 per month. Located at 2226 68th St, Windsor Heights, IA 50324, USA, Manor Heights has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Windsor Heights, renting an apartment at Manor Heights is 33% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Windsor Heights include but are not limited to: 1217 24th St, 595 N Pleasant Hill Blvd, 601 E Vine St, 4534 4532, 4534 & 4536 Douglas Avenue


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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
Manor Heights is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Manor Heights
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Manor Heights is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
Manor Heights goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including fridge. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Manor Heights 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.
Manor Heights 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 Manor Heights 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.
Manor Heights 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.

Manor Heights is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Area has 6 parks and recreation options
  • 2 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • A bustling neighborhood

Eco living

  • 6 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this 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 Manor Heights compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Windsor Heights

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 34% lower than 1-bedrooms in Windsor Heights.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Manor Heights to be 33% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Windsor Heights.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Windsor Heights
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Windsor Heights
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,020
November 2023$1,020
November 2024$1,080
December 2024$1,080
January 2025$1,080
February 2025$1,100
March 2025$1,095
April 2025$1,097
May 2025$1,105
June 2025$1,105
July 2025$1,148
August 2025$1,116
September 2025$1,130

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Can I afford to live at 2226 68th St?

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$30,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $750.
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Schools near Manor Heights

Hillis Elementary School

2401 56th st

des moines, IA, 50310

K-5Public
C

Mitchell Early Childhood Center

111 porter

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

Woodlawn Early Childhood Center

4000 lower beaver rd

des moines, IA, 50310

PKPublic

McKee Elementary School

2115 e 39th st

des moines, IA, 50317

PKPublic
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Getting around Windsor Heights near 2226 68th St

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 2226 68th St, Windsor Heights

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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