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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Spacious bedrooms
  • On-site playground
  • Pet-friendly community

Location

208 Glenda Drive, Marshalltown, Iowa 50158, United States
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Management

Superior Rentals

Leasing office

(641) 354-5542 ext. 2

Property Overview

Hillcrest Apts achieves an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, reflecting its valuable amenities and competitive pricing, rated 10 out of 10 for both value and amenities. With a location score of 9 out of 10, residents benefit from easy access to local attractions and services. Notably, the property features off-street parking, spacious bedrooms, an on-site playground, and a pet-friendly environment, enhanced by local pet services nearby, ensuring a comfortable living experience.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Hillcrest Apts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hillcrest Apts has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath560 sqft$725–$750 /mo2 units availableWelcome to our 2-bedroom ground floor unit, located in the vibrant Southside of Marshalltown, IA. This apartment offers a comfortable living space with two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. The building is equipped with a coin-operated laundry facility, providing convenience right at your doorstep. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, the apartment is situated near a city park and a bike-jogging path, perfect for leisurely strolls or invigorating workouts. The property also features off-street parking, ensuring your vehicle is safely parked away from the hustle and bustle of the street. For our residents who have furry friends, we are a pet-friendly community, though a deposit and monthly fee are required. Additionally, a playground is available on-site, offering a fun and safe space for recreational activities. Experience the best of Marshalltown living in our 2-bedroom ground floor unit.

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Amenities for Hillcrest Apts

Apartment Amenities

Water and Trash Included

Appliances

FridgeOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/Oven

Building

Cats OKCoin-Op Laundry in Building
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingPlayground

Neighborhood

Near City ParkNear Restaurant
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

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About Hillcrest Apts

Home Hillcrest Apts

Welcome to our 2-bedroom ground floor unit, located in the vibrant Southside of Marshalltown, IA. This apartment offers a comfortable living space with two spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. The building is equipped with a coin-operated laundry facility, providing convenience right at your doorstep. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, the apartment is situated near a city park and a bike-jogging path, perfect for leisurely strolls or invigorating workouts. The property also features off-street parking, ensuring your vehicle is safely parked away from the hustle and bustle of the street. For our residents who have furry friends, we are a pet-friendly community, though a deposit and monthly fee are required. Additionally, a playground is available on-site, offering a fun and safe space for recreational activities. Experience the best of Marshalltown living in our 2-bedroom ground floor 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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Hillcrest Apts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hillcrest Apts has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Hillcrest Apts
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.
Hillcrest Apts 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·10A 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.
Hillcrest Apts stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Hillcrest Apts 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 Hillcrest Apts 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.

Hillcrest Apts is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 Hillcrest Apts compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Marshalltown

2-bedroom apartments at Hillcrest Apts cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Marshalltown.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Marshalltown
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Marshalltown
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$650
February 2024$650
March 2024$650
April 2024$650
May 2024$660
June 2024$650
July 2024$650
August 2024$650
September 2024$680
February 2025$650
March 2025$668
April 2025$723
May 2025$779
June 2025$775
July 2025$775
August 2025$687
October 2025$798
November 2025$749
December 2025$740

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Can I afford to live at 208 Glenda Drive?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$29,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $29,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $725.
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Schools near Hillcrest Apts

J.C. Hoglan Elementary School

2306 s 3rd ave

marshalltown, IA, 50158

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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Marshalltown near 208 Glenda Drive

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

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 208 Glenda Drive, Marshalltown

Groceries

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

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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