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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Completely remodeled apartment
  • New flooring

Location

527 1st Ave E, Newton, IA 50208, USA
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Management

homegururealty1.managebuilding.com

Leasing office

(844) 326-5691 ext. 7211

Property Overview

527 1st Ave E_527 offers a strong overall renter experience, with an 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, excellent value, and a highly convenient location near schools and everyday services. Its completely remodeled apartment with new flooring adds appeal, and nearby pet supply and grooming options make it a practical choice for pet owners.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 527 1st Ave E_527 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 527 1st Ave E_527 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
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

527 1st Ave E_527 - 51 bed1 bath500 sqft$750 /moNice one bedroom one bath apartment that has recently been completely remodeled. This apartment is ready to move in. Comes with a refrigerator, Range. New flooring electric baseboard heat to control your own temperature. New flooring. Landlord pays water. Walkable to downtown. One block from Burger King & Mc Donalds on 1st avenue. Step 1: Email first name, last name, your email, phone (Property address - unit #) to **** Step 2: Complete application (free) Step 3: View property Step 4: Run background check (pay $50).

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Amenities for 527 1st Ave E_527

Apartment Amenities

Water

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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About 527 1st Ave E_527

HomeApartments in Newton 527 1st Ave E_527

Nice one bedroom one bath apartment that has recently been completely remodeled. This apartment is ready to move in. Comes with a refrigerator, Range. New flooring electric baseboard heat to control your own temperature. New flooring. Landlord pays water. Walkable to downtown. One block from Burger King & Mc Donalds on 1st avenue. Step 1: Email first name, last name, your email, phone (Property address - unit #) to **** Step 2: Complete application (free) Step 3: View property Step 4: Run background check (pay $50).


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
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 527 1st Ave E_527 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 527 1st Ave E_527 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 527 1st Ave E_527
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.
527 1st Ave E_527 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, 527 1st Ave E_527 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.
527 1st Ave E_527 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 527 1st Ave E_527 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.
527 1st Ave E_527 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.

527 1st Ave E_527 is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 527 1st Ave E_527 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Newton

1-bedroom apartments at 527 1st Ave E_527 cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Newton.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Newton
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Newton
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$610
September 2024$625
November 2024$635
December 2024$615
January 2025$902
February 2025$916
March 2025$838
April 2025$693
May 2025$650
June 2025$1,050
July 2025$765
August 2025$785
September 2025$732
October 2025$712
November 2025$736
December 2025$1,402
January 2026$1,078
February 2026$953
March 2026$700
April 2026$725
May 2026$839
June 2026$776
July 2026$750
August 2026$750

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$30,000/yr

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Schools near 527 1st Ave E_527

Emerson Hough Elementary School

700 n 4th ave east

newton, IA, 50208

K-4Public
C

Woodrow Wilson Elementary School

801 s 8th ave west

newton, IA, 50208

K-4Public
B-

Aurora Heights Elementary School

310 e 23rd st s

newton, IA, 50208

K-4Public
B
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Getting around Newton near 527 1st Ave E

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Points of interest for 527 1st Ave E, Newton

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

4/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a short drive

Explore the area around 527 1st Ave E

Fareway
120 N 3rd Ave E
Newton Market
321 1st Ave W
Hy-Vee
1501 1st Ave E
ALDI
375 Iowa Speedway Dr
Walmart Supercenter
300 Iowa Speedway Dr

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