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Pet Friendly
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3509 S Willow Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA
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Property Overview
Walter Estates is a highly rated, pet-friendly community with an overall expert score of 8.6/10, highlighted by exceptional value (10/10 price rating), strong amenities (9/10), and a convenient location (9/10) close to schools and everyday needs. The area supports an active, environmentally conscious lifestyle with excellent walkability, nearby public transit, numerous parks, and a vibrant social scene featuring many restaurants and mixed-use spaces, while also offering extensive nearby pet services.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Floor plans
| 1X1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 695 sqft | $775 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| 2X1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 825 sqft | $875 /mo | 2 units available | Scare Up Some Savings This Spooky Season! – Get $250 OFF your first 3 months with a 12-month lease! The nights are getting cooler, the pumpkins are glowing, and your perfect home is waiting for you! Move in now and get cozy before the chill sets in. Wicked Good Perks: Flexible lease terms — 6, 9, or 12 months (12-month required for rent special) Spooktacular location near coffee shops, restaurants, and all your favorite fall hangouts Pet-Friendly! Bring your little monsters along Rent: $900 + $65/month Utility Fee Security Deposit: $300 Lease Terms: 6, 9, or 12 months Second Chances Welcome! (Risk fee of $350 may apply) Pet Fees: $350 non-refundable + $50/month — Max 2 pets Don’t ghost this deal — it’ll vanish soon! Call 712.412.4242 or email **** to schedule your tour today! |
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Amenities for Walter Estates
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heating |
Appliances
| Fridge | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Water/Sewer |
Services
| Garbage |
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
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 27 |
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About Walter Estates
Scare Up Some Savings This Spooky Season! – Get $250 OFF your first 3 months with a 12-month lease! The nights are getting cooler, the pumpkins are glowing, and your perfect home is waiting for you! Move in now and get cozy before the chill sets in. Wicked Good Perks: Flexible lease terms — 6, 9, or 12 months (12-month required for rent special) Spooktacular location near coffee shops, restaurants, and all your favorite fall hangouts Pet-Friendly! Bring your little monsters along Rent: $900 + $65/month Utility Fee Security Deposit: $300 Lease Terms: 6, 9, or 12 months Second Chances Welcome! (Risk fee of $350 may apply) Pet Fees: $350 non-refundable + $50/month — Max 2 pets Don’t ghost this deal — it’ll vanish soon! Call 712.412.4242 or email **** to schedule your tour today!
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 GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Walter Estates is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Walter Estates 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.
Walter Estates 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.
Walter Estates goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Walter Estates 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.
Walter Estates 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 Walter Estates 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.
Walter Estates is great 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 Walter Estates compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Sioux Falls
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 13% lower than 1-bedrooms in Sioux Falls.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Walter Estates to be 23% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Sioux Falls.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Sioux Falls
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,039 |
| June 2024 | $1,072 |
| July 2024 | $892 |
| August 2024 | $1,056 |
| September 2024 | $1,117 |
| October 2024 | $1,040 |
| November 2024 | $944 |
| December 2024 | $875 |
| January 2025 | $880 |
| February 2025 | $894 |
| March 2025 | $887 |
| April 2025 | $953 |
| May 2025 | $833 |
| June 2025 | $827 |
| July 2025 | $851 |
| August 2025 | $850 |
| September 2025 | $850 |
| October 2025 | $850 |
| November 2025 | $856 |
| December 2025 | $837 |
| January 2026 | $848 |
| February 2026 | $871 |
| March 2026 | $865 |
| April 2026 | $874 |
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Can I afford to live at 3509 S Willow Ave?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$31,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $775.
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Schools near Walter Estates
Laura Wilder Elementary School
2300 s lyndale ave
sioux falls, SD, 57105
K-5Public
B-
Sonia Sotomayor Spanish Immersion Elementary School
1510 s lake ave
sioux falls, SD, 57105
PK, K-5Public
A
Challenge Center School
3101 s 4th ave
sioux falls, SD, 57105
2-5Public
A-
Bridges at Horace Mann Elementary School
1401 e 26th st
sioux falls, SD, 57105
K-5Public
C+
Elementary Immersion Center
2511 w brookings st
sioux falls, SD, 57104
K-5Public
C+
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Neighborhood
Getting around Sioux Falls near 3509 S Willow Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
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 3509 S Willow Ave, Sioux Falls
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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