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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Vinyl plank flooring
  • Laundry facility
  • Granite countertops
  • Wi-fi
  • Non-smoking community
  • Custom built-in closets

Location

1540 15th St, Belle Plaine, IA 52208, USA
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Management

D and D Real Estate Holdings, LC

Leasing office

(319) 377-5666

Property Overview

The Oaks offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.5/10, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 price score and 9/10 ratings for both amenities and location. Residents can expect convenient access to grocery shopping within about 2 miles, along with features like vinyl plank flooring, granite countertops, custom built-in closets, on-site laundry, Wi‑Fi, and a non‑smoking environment. A 7/10 trustworthiness rating reflects a detailed, transparent property description that helps set clear expectations.

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, The Oaks is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Oaks 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
  • More space

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

Oaks 1br1 bed1 bath575 sqft$735 /mo1 unit availableThe Oaks is a beautifully renovated property in Belle Plaine, Iowa and is a non-smoking, pet friendly community! Water and trash paid, tenant pays electric and gas. Renters insurance is required for only $15 per month We offer 6 month or 1 yr leases. The building has all secured entrances/exits & laundry facilities in the building. Give our office a call at 319-377-5666 for further questions & to set up a showing! We offer online apps, credit boosting, online options to pay rent & and a full time maintenance team. Visit our website at ddrealestateholdings. com to apply & see our availability and schedule showings!

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Amenities for The Oaks

Apartment Amenities

PatioUtilities Included

Appliances

Stove, Fridge & Microwave

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKHandicap Accessible
Onsite Laundry

Services

Water Trash

Neighborhood

Community Area
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
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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About The Oaks

Home The Oaks

The Oaks is a beautifully renovated property in Belle Plaine, Iowa owned by D&D Real Estate Holdings. This is a non-smoking community that is pet friendly! Secured entry, handicap accessible. a large recreation area & patio. Each unit has central air conditioning, vinyl plank flooring, granite countertops & custom built in closets. TV, games & Wi-Fi for your convenience. A laundry facility is located in the building. Water & trash utilities are paid for by the landlord.


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, The Oaks is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Oaks 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 The Oaks
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.
The Oaks 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.
The Oaks goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Oaks 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.
The Oaks 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 The Oaks 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.
The Oaks 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.

Reviews from the web

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I stay here all the time

Kidbass 420

Kidbass 420

Jan 20, 2018

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The Oaks is great for:

Eco living

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

Social life

  • 10 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 1 local event hub within 1 mile
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Area has 3 parks and recreation options

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 The Oaks compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 75 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Belle Plaine

1-bedroom apartments at The Oaks cost about 28% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Belle Plaine.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Belle Plaine
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Belle Plaine
MonthMedian Rent
May 2025$500
June 2025$537
July 2025$550
January 2026$400
February 2026$530
March 2026$527
April 2026$650
May 2026$650
June 2026$512
July 2026$568

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1540 15th St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$29,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $29,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $735.
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Schools near The Oaks

Longfellow Elementary School

707 7th st

belle plaine, IA, 52208

PK, K-6Public
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Belle Plaine near 1540 15th St

Walking

2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 1540 15th St, Belle Plaine

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

0/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

2/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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