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216 Flax Drive, Highland, IL 62249, USA
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(618) 357-4439

Property Overview

Flax Meadow scores well overall, with strong marks for price, location, and amenities, suggesting solid value and convenience. It also has a professional leasing team, 17 photos for a helpful visual overview, and grocery access within about 1.36 miles, making it a well-rounded option for 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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Flax Meadow is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Flax Meadow 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

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Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath682 sqft$900 /mo
2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath881 sqft$1,000 /mo
3 Bedroom3 bed1 bath1,204 sqft$1,100 /mo

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Income restriction requirements

To qualify for this property, your annual income must be less than or equal to the amount in the table, depending on the number of people that will be living here. Contact the property for more information.

# of People

Annual Income Maximum

1$42,240
2$48,240
3$54,300
4$60,300
5$65,160
6$69,960

Policies and fees

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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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About Flax Meadow

HomeApartments in Highland Flax Meadow

Experience Highland living at Flax Meadow Townhomes. The 216 Flax Dr location in the 62249 neighborhood of Highland is a terrific place to live. The professional leasing team is ready to show you our community. Select from 2 to 3 bedroom floor plans then schedule a tour of the community. Give us a call now to learn more about our community.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Flax Meadow is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Flax Meadow 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 Flax Meadow
Price·9A 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.
Flax Meadow stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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, Flax Meadow 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.
Flax Meadow 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 Flax Meadow 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.
Flax Meadow 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.

Flax Meadow is great for:

Social life

  • 22 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 Flax Meadow compares to other nearby properties.

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Rent trends in Highland

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 20% higher than 1-bedrooms in Highland.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Flax Meadow to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Highland.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Highland
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Highland
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$595
December 2024$595
January 2025$595
February 2025$595
March 2025$595
April 2025$595
May 2025$595
June 2025$595
July 2025$595
August 2025$595
September 2025$595
October 2025$604
November 2025$703
December 2025$595
January 2026$689
February 2026$750
March 2026$750
April 2026$750
May 2026$754
June 2026$750
July 2026$750
August 2026$750
September 2026$773
October 2026$750

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$36,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $900.
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Schools near Flax Meadow

Highland Elementary School

400 broadway

highland, IL, 62249

PK, K-2Public
B

St. Rose Elementary School

18004 saint rose rd

breese, IL, 62230

PK, K-8Public
A-

Albers Elementary School

po box 104

albers, IL, 62215

PK, K-8Public
A

Germantown Elementary School

po box 400

germantown, IL, 62245

PK, K-8Public
A

Bond County Cusd 2 Early Childhood Center

1318 e state route 140

greenville, IL, 62246

PKPublic
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Getting around Highland near 216 Flax Drive

Walking

2/10
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

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 216 Flax Drive, Highland

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
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

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 216 Flax Drive

Walmart Supercenter
12495 State Route 143
Ruler Foods
2675 Northtown Way
Highland Nutrition Center
320 Walnut St
Highland's Tru Buy
610 Broadway

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