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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Dog friendly
  • Cat friendly, dog friendly, pet friendly
  • Pet friendly
  • Window air conditioners
  • Essentials

Location

421 W 9th St, Muncie, IN 47302, USA
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Management

Golden Sky Management

Leasing office

(844) 334-0271 ext. 2139

Property Overview

421 West 9th Street offers strong overall value, with an expert rating of 7.8/10 and especially high marks for location (9/10), making it convenient to key destinations and daily needs. The property scores 8/10 for both price and amenities, indicating competitive pricing for features like pet-friendly policies, a refrigerator, window air conditioners, and essential comforts, and ranks in the top percentiles locally for value for money and value per square foot.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.8
Very Good
421 West 9th Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space

Floor plans

421 West 9th Street - NA1 bed1 bath672 sqft$525 /moCharming Upstairs 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Apartment – Close to Everything! This cozy one-bedroom, one-bath apartment offers comfort and convenience in an unbeatable location. Just minutes from shopping, dining, and downtown attractions, you'll have everything you need right at your doorstep. The unit features a functional layout, plenty of natural light, and all the essentials to make you feel at home. One month's rent $525 + security deposit $525 due prior to move-in. Unit amenities Cat friendly, Dog friendly, Pet friendly, Refrigerator, Stove and oven Tenant is responsible for all utilities: Electric, Water is billed back $35 monthly, Sewer is billed back $20 monthly Tenant provides their own window air conditioners. Renter's insurance is required for all tenants. Our renter's insurance policy will be applied to your account at $11.99 per month Section 8 accepted. Pets will require additional security deposit and monthly fee. Refundable Pet Deposit & Processing Fee for Non-Caged Animals Pr

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Amenities for 421 West 9th Street

Building

Cats OKDogs 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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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About 421 West 9th Street

HomeApartments in Muncie 421 West 9th Street

Charming Upstairs 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Apartment – Close to Everything! This cozy one-bedroom, one-bath apartment offers comfort and convenience in an unbeatable location. Just minutes from shopping, dining, and downtown attractions, you'll have everything you need right at your doorstep. The unit features a functional layout, plenty of natural light, and all the essentials to make you feel at home. One month's rent $525 + security deposit $525 due prior to move-in. Unit amenities Cat friendly, Dog friendly, Pet friendly, Refrigerator, Stove and oven Tenant is responsible for all utilities: Electric, Water is billed back $35 monthly, Sewer is billed back $20 monthly Tenant provides their own window air conditioners. Renter's insurance is required for all tenants. Our renter's insurance policy will be applied to your account at $11.99 per month Section 8 accepted. Pets will require additional security deposit and monthly fee. Refundable Pet Deposit & Processing Fee for Non-Caged Animals Processing Fee (non-refundable): $100 per animal (one-time flat fee) Pet Deposit (refundable): $350 per animal (one-time fee) Domestic Dogs: (monthly per dog) 1 lb. – 39 lbs.: $30 40 lbs. – 99 lbs.: $40 100 lbs. or more: $55 Maximum of 1pets allowed. Available immediately, call, text or email for a showing. Tenant Qualification Summary (see application for complete detail): - Gross Household Income of 3x Rent - No history of evictions or serious crimes - Credit score of 500 or higher Golden Sky Management is an Equal Housing Opportunity provider and complies with all applicable Fair Housing laws.


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.
7.8
/10
Very Good
421 West 9th Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 421 West 9th Street
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 421 West 9th Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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, 421 West 9th 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.
421 West 9th 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 421 West 9th 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·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.

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 421 West 9th Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 672 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in Muncie

1-bedroom apartments at 421 West 9th Street cost about 28% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Muncie.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Muncie
A table of studio rental data trends in Muncie
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$595
June 2024$590
July 2024$560
August 2024$550
September 2024$469
October 2024$561
November 2024$560
December 2024$611
January 2025$563
February 2025$562
March 2025$576
April 2025$576
May 2025$624
June 2025$637
July 2025$650
August 2025$614
September 2025$569
October 2025$572
November 2025$577
December 2025$585
January 2026$579
February 2026$594
March 2026$602
April 2026$639

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$21,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $21,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $525.
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Schools near 421 West 9th Street

South View Elementary School

2100 s franklin

muncie, IN, 47302

PK, K-5Public
C-

Muncie Central High School

801 n walnut st

muncie, IN, 47305

PK, K-12Public
B-

Burris Laboratory School

2000 university ave

muncie, IN, 47306

K-12Public
A-

Youth Opportunity Center

3700 w kilgore ave

muncie, IN, 47304

K-12Public

Indiana Digital Learning School

8707 w us hwy 36

modoc, IN, 47358

K-6Public
C-
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Getting around Muncie near 421 W 9th St

Walking

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

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 421 W 9th St, Muncie

Groceries

3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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