5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- On-site laundry
- Small, friendly community
Location
401 Se Main St, Grimes, IA 50111, USA
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Property Overview
401 SE Main Street offers strong overall value, with an expert rating of 8.3/10 and a top-tier 10/10 price score indicating an excellent balance between cost and quality. Residents benefit from a small, friendly community, on-site laundry, and convenient access to daily needs, including a nearby highly rated elementary school and grocery options. With solid amenities (8/10), a standout location (9/10), and good transparency from management (7/10 trustworthiness), it stands out as a compelling rental choice in its area.
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
Elementary school nearby- Less expensive
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 675 sqft | $850 /mo | 1 unit available | -2 bedroom - 1 bathroom - Appliances included - Interior entry - Water, garbage included. Tenant pays electric - Deposit $850 Pet Privilege Fee - First Pet $250 Second Pet $100 |
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Amenities for 401 SE Main Street
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heating |
| Trash | Water |
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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Building details
Property details
| Units | 8 |
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About 401 SE Main Street
-2 bedroom - 1 bathroom - Appliances included - Interior entry - Water, garbage included. Tenant pays electric - Deposit $850 Pet Privilege Fee - First Pet $250 Second Pet $100
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, 401 SE Main Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 401 SE Main Street 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.
401 SE Main Street 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 401 SE Main Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
401 SE Main Street 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 401 SE Main Street 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.
401 SE Main Street 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 401 SE Main Street 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
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Grimes
2-bedroom apartments at 401 SE Main Street cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Grimes.
Median rents as of Mar 15 2025.
Grimes
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $959 |
| July 2024 | $959 |
| August 2024 | $964 |
| September 2024 | $964 |
| October 2024 | $964 |
| November 2024 | $953 |
| December 2024 | $944 |
| January 2025 | $929 |
| March 2025 | $929 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$34,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $850.
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Schools near 401 SE Main Street
South Prairie Elementary School
500 s james st
grimes, IA, 50111
K-4Public
B+
Heritage Elementary
500 ne beaverbrooke blvd
grimes, IA, 50111
PK, K-4Public
B+
North Ridge Elementary School
400 nw 27th st
grimes, IA, 50111
K-4Public
A
Radiant Elementary
5050 170th st
urbandale, IA, 50323
K-5Public
A
Olmsted Elementary School
7110 prairie ave
urbandale, IA, 50322
PK, K-5Public
B-
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Neighborhood
Getting around Grimes near 401 Se Main St
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 401 Se Main St, Grimes
Groceries
5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Hy-Vee
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ALDI
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Walmart Supercenter
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Food Depot
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Off the Wall
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2 Harts Boutique
250 W 1st St
Cintas
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Walmart Supercenter
2150 E 1st St
Simply Stella Rose LLC
1409 NW Sunset Ln
Starbucks
300 NE Gateway Dr
Starbucks
351 NE Gateway Dr
Caribou Coffee
825 NE Gateway Dr
Luke's Coffee Hub
250 SE Destination Dr
Starbucks
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Mustang Grill
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Uptown Bar & Grill
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Stevie C's
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McDivot's Indoor Sports Pub
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1st Street Tavern
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Home Baked Goodness
Midwest Prime Steak & Seafood LLC
Tres Mentes Gourmet Foods LLC
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Walmart Deli
2150 E 1st St
Walmart Bakery
2150 E 1st St
Grimes Community Complex Park
Nature Reserve
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Park
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Stevie C's
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