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Highlights

  • Air conditioning
  • Washer/dryer hook-ups
  • 24-hour emergency maintenance
  • Convenient location
  • Open concept floor plans
  • Pet stations

Location

2603 S 2nd Ave, Marshalltown, IA 50158, USA
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Management

Plaza Heights West by Kading

Leasing office

(641) 354-5505 ext. 2

Property Overview

Plaza Heights III has received a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8 out of 10, showcasing its appeal as a desirable rental option. With a competitive price rating of 10 and outstanding amenities, it offers significant value, while a location rating of 9 reflects its convenience to various attractions. Additionally, a trustworthiness rating of 8 indicates a transparent presentation of property details. Notable features include air conditioning, washer/dryer hook-ups, and 24-hour emergency maintenance, enhancing the overall living experience.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Plaza Heights III is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Plaza Heights III 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

  • High school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

Villa3 bed1 bath1,008 sqft$1,110 /mo1 unit availableDid you know you could lease a ranch style townhome for about the same cost as renting an apartment? The conveniences of an apartment with the enjoyment of your own front door, yard and attached garage. Upgrade your apartment experience to townhome living with Kading! We offer affordable living with desired amenities such as washer/dryer hook-ups, cable ready units, air conditioning, ceramic tile flooring in all common areas and carpeted bedrooms. Open concept floor plans provide ultimate flexibility to decorate your personal space and make it your own. Let your kids enjoy a space to play – whether your little humans or your little fur babies. Lawn care, snow management, pet stations, and 24-hour emergency maintenance are provided. We take on the upkeep so you can take back your time! Kading builds with you in mind. We understand your need for affordable independence. Our team works hard to provide a genuine community feel - a safe haven in a convenient location. We are dedicated to supporting our residents through superior care and responsiveness to your needs. We offer an online tenant portal making it easy to communicate with us to sign or renew your lease, make timely payments, and place service requests all from the convenience of your laptop, tablet, or smartphone. We hope you choose to make our house your home!

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Amenities for Plaza Heights III

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCarpet
Carpeted BedroomsCeramic Tile Flooring in Kitchen, Bath, Livingroom, Laundry & Entryway
Washer/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Laundry HookupsOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingOne Car Attached Garage
Outdoor SpacePet Stations

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceLawncare & Snow Management
On-Site Management
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

Contact for more information on pet policy.

Parking

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Building details

Property details

Units18
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About Plaza Heights III

Home Plaza Heights III

Did you know you could lease a ranch style townhome for about the same cost as renting an apartment? The conveniences of an apartment with the enjoyment of your own front door, yard and attached garage. Upgrade your apartment experience to townhome living with Kading! We offer affordable living with desired amenities such as washer/dryer hook-ups, cable ready units, air conditioning, ceramic tile flooring in all common areas and carpeted bedrooms. Open concept floor plans provide ultimate flexibility to decorate your personal space and make it your own. Let your kids enjoy a space to play – whether your little humans or your little fur babies. Lawn care, snow management, pet stations, and 24-hour emergency maintenance are provided. We take on the upkeep so you can take back your time! Kading builds with you in mind. We understand your need for affordable independence. Our team works hard to provide a genuine community feel - a safe haven in a convenient location. We are dedicated to supporting our residents through superior care and responsiveness to your needs. We offer an online tenant portal making it easy to communicate with us to sign or renew your lease, make timely payments, and place service requests all from the convenience of your laptop, tablet, or smartphone. We hope you choose to make our house your home!


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, Plaza Heights III is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Plaza Heights III 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 Plaza Heights III
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.
Plaza Heights III 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.
Plaza Heights III 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, 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.
Plaza Heights III 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 Plaza Heights III 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 Plaza Heights III compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Marshalltown

3-bedroom apartments at Plaza Heights III cost about the same as the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Marshalltown.

Median rents as of Aug 24 2025.
Marshalltown
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Marshalltown
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$650
October 2023$650
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

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-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

$44,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,400 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,110.
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Schools near Plaza Heights III

J.C. Hoglan Elementary School

2306 s 3rd ave

marshalltown, IA, 50158

PK, K-4Public
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Getting around Marshalltown near 2603 S 2nd Ave

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.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 2603 S 2nd Ave, Marshalltown

Groceries

6/10
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

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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