5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- New kitchen cabinets
- Refrigerator
- Spacious living room
- New bathroom
- Parking available
- Stove
Location
701 N 2nd Ave E, Newton, IA 50208, USA
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Property Overview
701 N 2nd Avenue East_527 offers strong overall quality with an expert rating of 8.8/10, highlighted by perfect scores for price and amenities and a 9/10 location rating, indicating excellent value and convenience. The home features new kitchen cabinets, a stove and refrigerator, a new bathroom, a spacious living room, and available parking, supported by detailed listing information and 11 photos for transparency. Its exceptional value for money and value per square foot, along with proximity to highly rated schools, make it a compelling choice for many 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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
- Less expensive
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 701 N 2nd Avenue East_527 - 2 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 650 sqft | $750 /mo | Get a great unit in a freshly remodeled building. This building features a large common area with brand new laundry equipment. Unit has new kitchen cabinates, New Bathroom, and fresh paint throughout the unit. This is a 1 bedroom unit with lots of space. Bedroom, Livingroom, and Kitchen are very large. Parking available on 3 sides of the building or in the street | ||
| 701 N 2nd Avenue East_527 - 1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,100 sqft | $875 /mo | Large 2 bed/1 bath unit (roughly 1100 sq ft) located on the main level of this apartment home! The unit features a spacious living room, dinning room, a nice sizable bathroom and two generous bedrooms with closets! You will also find a roomy kitchen which includes a refrigerator, stove and microwave! Pets allowed, under 35 lbs. A $200 non refundable deposit is required along with a monthly pet rent of $50. 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 701 N 2nd Avenue East_527
Apartment Amenities
| Hot Water |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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Policies and fees
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Security Deposit
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About 701 N 2nd Avenue East_527
Large 2 bed/1 bath unit (roughly 1100 sq ft) located on the main level of this apartment home! The unit features a spacious living room, dinning room, a nice sizable bathroom and two generous bedrooms with closets! You will also find a roomy kitchen which includes a refrigerator, stove and microwave! Pets allowed, under 35 lbs. A $200 non refundable deposit is required along with a monthly pet rent of $50. 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.
8.8
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 701 N 2nd Avenue East_527 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 701 N 2nd Avenue East_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.
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.
701 N 2nd Avenue East_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·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.
701 N 2nd Avenue East_527 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.
701 N 2nd Avenue East_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 701 N 2nd Avenue East_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·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.
701 N 2nd Avenue East_527 is great 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 701 N 2nd Avenue East_527 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 250 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
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Rent trends in Newton
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in Newton.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 701 N 2nd Avenue East_527 to be 11% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Newton.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Newton
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $628 |
| July 2024 | $633 |
| 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 | $788 |
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Can I afford to live at 701 N 2nd Ave E?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 701 N 2nd Avenue East_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
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School
112 thomas jefferson dr
newton, IA, 50208
PK, K-4Public
B-
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Getting around Newton near 701 N 2nd Ave E
Walking
5/10
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 701 N 2nd Ave E, Newton
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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