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Highlights
- Keyless entry
- Private balcony
- Modern amenities
- Small-town living
- Pet-friendly community
Location
300 S J St, Indianola, IA 50125, USA
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Property Overview
Van El 300 offers a well-rounded living experience with a Zumper expert rating of 8.5, highlighting its competitive pricing and modern amenities. Residents benefit from features such as keyless entry, private balconies, and a pet-friendly community, while the property enjoys a prime location with easy access to schools and services. With a strong emphasis on transparency, the property demonstrates trustworthiness, making it an appealing choice for discerning 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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Outdoor space
- Pet friendly
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $800 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to your new home in Indianola, IA! This 2-bedroom apartment offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With a full bathroom, spacious living areas, and a well-appointed kitchen, you'll have everything you need to make this space your own. Step out onto your private balcony for a breath of fresh air, or enjoy the ease of keyless entry. Plus, we understand that pets are part of the family, which is why we're proud to be a pet-friendly community. Experience the charm of small-town living without sacrificing modern amenities at our 2 Bedroom Small Town Living apartment. Photos may be of a similar unit. |
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Amenities for Van El 300
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony | Trash |
| Water |
Appliances
| Microwave | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Tech
| Keyless Entry |
Building
| Cats OK |
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
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 12 |
|---|
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About Van El 300
Welcome to your new home in Indianola, IA! This 2-bedroom apartment offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With a full bathroom, spacious living areas, and a well-appointed kitchen, you'll have everything you need to make this space your own. Step out onto your private balcony for a breath of fresh air, or enjoy the ease of keyless entry. Plus, we understand that pets are part of the family, which is why we're proud to be a pet-friendly community. Experience the charm of small-town living without sacrificing modern amenities at our 2 Bedroom Small Town Living apartment. Photos may be of a similar unit.
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Van El 300 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Van El 300 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.
Van El 300 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.
Van El 300 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Van El 300 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.
Van El 300 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 Van El 300 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.
Van El 300 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.
Van El 300 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 Van El 300 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
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Rent trends in Indianola
2-bedroom apartments at Van El 300 cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Indianola.
Median rents as of Jul 5 2025.
Indianola
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $725 |
| December 2023 | $620 |
| January 2024 | $638 |
| February 2024 | $725 |
| March 2024 | $725 |
| April 2024 | $725 |
| May 2024 | $716 |
| June 2024 | $700 |
| July 2024 | $656 |
| August 2024 | $662 |
| September 2024 | $687 |
| October 2024 | $659 |
| November 2024 | $588 |
| February 2025 | $755 |
| March 2025 | $755 |
| April 2025 | $767 |
| May 2025 | $755 |
| June 2025 | $755 |
| July 2025 | $755 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 300 S J St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$32,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near Van El 300
Whittier Elementary School
1306 w salem
indianola, IA, 50125
PK, K-5Public
B-
Irving Elementary School
500 w clinton
indianola, IA, 50125
K-5Public
B+
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Getting around Indianola near 300 S J St
Walking
3/10
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
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Points of interest for 300 S J St, Indianola
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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