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Highlights

  • Smoke free
  • Fully furnished apartment

Location

1653 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA|Weeks Field
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Management

Wedgewood Apartments

Leasing office

(907) 450-2165

Property Overview

Walkada 2nd Pod offers strong value with a high overall rating, especially for price, amenities, and location. It is smoke free and fully furnished, with nearby public transit, walkability, parks, cultural venues, restaurants, and recycling or composting options contributing to its appeal.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Walkada 2nd Pod is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Walkada 2nd Pod 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Public transit nearby
  • Central heat

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

Walkada Original Front1 bed1 bath510 sqft$1,250 /mo1 unit availableConvenient, Affordable Living Close to Downtown! Furnished Unit Outdoor Balcony Full Bath with Tub / Shower Full-size kitchen appliances Tenants provide kitchenware and linens Smoke Free 12-month lease $1250 6-month lease $1350 **Income must equal 3 times the rent & 650 Minimum Credit Score Required or Qualified Co-Signer**

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Amenities for Walkada 2nd Pod

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
TrashWater

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Sewer
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

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Property details

Units12

About Walkada 2nd Pod

HomeApartments in FairbanksWeeks Field Walkada 2nd Pod

Convenient, Affordable Living Close to Downtown! Furnished Unit Outdoor Balcony Full Bath with Tub / Shower Full-size kitchen appliances Tenants provide kitchenware and linens Smoke Free 12-month lease $1250 6-month lease $1350 **Income must equal 3 times the rent & 650 Minimum Credit Score Required or Qualified Co-Signer**


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 Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Walkada 2nd Pod is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Walkada 2nd Pod 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 Walkada 2nd Pod
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.
Walkada 2nd Pod 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.
Walkada 2nd Pod goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Walkada 2nd Pod 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.
Walkada 2nd Pod 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 Walkada 2nd Pod 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.
Walkada 2nd Pod 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.

Walkada 2nd Pod is great for:

Eco living

  • 11 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • Public transit available nearby

Social life

  • 65 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 17 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 40 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 Walkada 2nd Pod compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
Public transit nearby
Only 0.9 miles from transit
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Weeks Field

1-bedroom apartments at Walkada 2nd Pod cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Weeks Field.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Weeks Field
Fairbanks
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Fairbanks
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,300
December 2024$1,300
January 2025$1,300
February 2025$1,300
March 2025$1,272
April 2025$1,272
May 2025$1,310
June 2025$1,312
July 2025$1,262
August 2025$1,250
September 2025$1,249
October 2025$1,274
November 2025$1,277
December 2025$1,298
January 2026$1,300
February 2026$1,228
March 2026$1,293
April 2026$1,300
May 2026$1,320
June 2026$1,350
July 2026$1,386
August 2026$1,369
September 2026$1,350
October 2026$1,280
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Weeks Field
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$1,140
September 2025$1,100
October 2025$1,191
January 2026$1,300
March 2026$1,300
April 2026$1,300
May 2026$1,360
June 2026$1,400
August 2026$1,400
September 2026$1,300
October 2026$1,250

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$50,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,250.
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Schools near Walkada 2nd Pod

Denali Elementary School

1042 lathrop st

fairbanks, AK, 99701

PK, K-5Public
C

Alternative Learning Systems

520 fifth ave

fairbanks, AK, 99701

PK, K-12Public

Fairbanks B.E.S.T.

520 fifth ave

fairbanks, AK, 99701

PK, K-12Public
B+
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Neighborhood

Weeks Field | Fairbanks, AK

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

Getting around Fairbanks near 1653 2nd Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1653 2nd Ave, Fairbanks

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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