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Highlights
- On-site laundry
- Free parking
- Convenient location
Location
205 Nw 8th St, Grimes, IA 50111, USA
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Property Overview
Northway Apartments is highly rated with an overall score of 8.3, reflecting its excellent value and amenities. Its prime location, rated 9 out of 10, ensures easy access to essential services and nearby schools, while on-site laundry and free parking add to the appeal. With a competitive pricing score of 10 and a trustworthiness rating of 7, this property offers renters transparency and a clear understanding of what to expect.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- High school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 550 sqft | $795 /mo | 1 unit available | Newly updated 1-bedroom apartment in Grimes! This bright and comfortable unit offers free parking, on-site laundry, and the tenant only pays electric! Enjoy a convenient location near local dining, parks, and shopping. Don’t miss out, schedule your showing today! Call us at 515-334-3345 |
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Building details
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About Northway Apartments
Newly updated 1-bedroom apartment in Grimes! This bright and comfortable unit offers free parking, on-site laundry, and the tenant only pays electric! Enjoy a convenient location near local dining, parks, and shopping. Don’t miss out, schedule your showing today! Call us at 515-334-3345
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.
8.3
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Northway Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Northway Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Northway Apartments 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·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, Northway Apartments 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.
Northway Apartments 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 Northway Apartments 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.
Northway Apartments 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.
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 Northway Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Grimes
1-bedroom apartments at Northway Apartments cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Grimes.
Median rents as of Mar 15 2025.
Grimes
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $929 |
| March 2024 | $929 |
| June 2024 | $959 |
| July 2024 | $959 |
| August 2024 | $964 |
| September 2024 | $964 |
| October 2024 | $964 |
| November 2024 | $953 |
| December 2024 | $944 |
| January 2025 | $929 |
| March 2025 | $929 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 205 Nw 8th St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$31,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $795.
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Schools near Northway Apartments
South Prairie Elementary School
500 s james st
grimes, IA, 50111
K-4Public
B+
North Ridge Elementary School
400 nw 27th st
grimes, IA, 50111
K-4Public
A
Dallas Center Elementary School
1205 13th st
dallas center, IA, 50063
K-4Public
B+
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Grimes near 205 Nw 8th St
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
8/10
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 205 Nw 8th St, Grimes
Groceries
2/10
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
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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