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Highlights
- Spacious apartments
- Dishwasher
- Onsite laundry
- Refrigerator
- High ceilings
- Stove
Location
1131 Columbus Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022, USA
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Property Overview
Sterne Brunson School earns a strong overall rating with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting solid value and everyday convenience. It offers spacious apartments with high ceilings, dishwasher, refrigerator, stove, and onsite laundry, plus a nearby top-rated middle school and a strong value per square foot.
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
More space- Middle school nearby
- Dishwasher
Floor plans
| 1/1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 825 sqft | $950 /mo | |||
| 2/1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,093 sqft | $1,100 /mo |
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Amenities for Sterne Brunson School
Apartment Amenities
| High Ceilings | Vaulted Ceiling |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Onsite Laundry | Smoke-free |
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
Application Fee
Per-applicant.
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REQUIRED FEES
Admin Fee
One-time.
$50
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 29 |
|---|
About Sterne Brunson School
Spacious apartment with high ceilings and excellent natural light. OnSite laundry available. Quit and secure building. Tenant pays electric and water. Stove, dishwasher and refrigerator provided by landlord.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Sterne Brunson School is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sterne Brunson School 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·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.
Sterne Brunson School 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.
Sterne Brunson School goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage disposal. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Sterne Brunson School 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.
Sterne Brunson School 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 Sterne Brunson School 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.
Sterne Brunson School 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 Sterne Brunson School compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 244 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 343 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.8 miles away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
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Rent trends in Benton Harbor
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 6% higher than 1-bedrooms in Benton Harbor.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Sterne Brunson School to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Benton Harbor.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Benton Harbor
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $800 |
| December 2024 | $778 |
| January 2025 | $734 |
| February 2025 | $738 |
| March 2025 | $797 |
| April 2025 | $773 |
| May 2025 | $766 |
| June 2025 | $799 |
| July 2025 | $801 |
| August 2025 | $811 |
| September 2025 | $811 |
| October 2025 | $755 |
| November 2025 | $809 |
| December 2025 | $871 |
| January 2026 | $872 |
| February 2026 | $926 |
| March 2026 | $946 |
| April 2026 | $925 |
| May 2026 | $939 |
| June 2026 | $897 |
| July 2026 | $882 |
| August 2026 | $900 |
| September 2026 | $924 |
| October 2026 | $900 |
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Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$38,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near Sterne Brunson School
Discovery Enrichment Center
465 s mccord st
benton harbor, MI, 49022
PK, KPublic
C+
Fair Plain East Elementary School
1995 union ave
benton harbor, MI, 49022
4-5Public
D+
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School
750 e britain ave
benton harbor, MI, 49022
1-3Public
D+
Lighthouse Education Center
379 w glenlord rd
saint joseph, MI, 49085
K-12Public
River School
4439 river rd
sodus, MI, 49126
K-8Public
B-
Neighborhood
Getting around Benton Harbor near 1131 Columbus Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Points of interest for 1131 Columbus Ave, Benton Harbor
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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