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Highlights

  • Built-in shelving
  • Carpeted flooring
  • Big kitchen
  • Laundry room in building
  • Lots of storage
  • Window air conditioning

Location

420 S Fess Ave, Bloomington, IN 47401, USA|Elm Heights
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Management

ALF, LLC

Leasing office

(812) 333-9233

Property Overview

420 S. Fess offers strong overall value with competitive pricing, high amenity quality, and an excellent location close to a top-rated high school and numerous nearby conveniences. Residents benefit from features like a big kitchen, built-in shelving, lots of storage, carpeted flooring, window air conditioning, and an on-site laundry room. The lively, walkable neighborhood with a diverse community and 183 restaurants within a mile supports a vibrant social life, and detailed property information contributes to an above-average trustworthiness rating.

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

7.8
Very Good
420 S. Fess is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$800–$1,000 /mo5 units availableVery Large 1bed 1 bath apartment on the third floor, and carpet. big kitchen, Lots of storage, built in shelving, space standing shower, radiator heat, window AC, and interior common spaces for bikes. Laundry room in the building. Private parking and trash removal.

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About 420 S. Fess

HomeApartments in BloomingtonElm Heights 420 S. Fess

Very Large 1bed 1 bath apartment on the third floor, and carpet. big kitchen, Lots of storage, built in shelving, space standing shower, radiator heat, window AC, and interior common spaces for bikes. Laundry room in the building. Private parking and trash removal.


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.
7.8
/10
Very Good
420 S. Fess is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 420 S. Fess
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 420 S. Fess is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Elm Heights. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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, 420 S. Fess 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.
420 S. Fess 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 420 S. Fess 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.

420 S. Fess is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 183 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 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 420 S. Fess compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Elm Heights

1-bedroom apartments at 420 S. Fess cost about 16% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Elm Heights.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Elm Heights
Bloomington
A table of studio rental data trends in Bloomington
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,150
June 2024$1,184
July 2024$1,165
August 2024$1,207
September 2024$1,254
October 2024$1,309
November 2024$1,298
December 2024$1,301
January 2025$1,297
February 2025$1,298
March 2025$1,278
April 2025$1,280
May 2025$1,215
June 2025$1,011
July 2025$1,047
August 2025$1,025
September 2025$1,050
October 2025$1,091
November 2025$1,001
December 2025$1,019
January 2026$1,031
February 2026$1,108
March 2026$1,099
April 2026$1,192
May 2026$1,260
A table of studio rental data trends in Elm Heights
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$800
June 2024$810
July 2024$850
September 2024$842
October 2024$790
November 2024$850
December 2024$816
January 2025$879
February 2025$890
March 2025$1,017
April 2025$1,129
May 2025$1,128
June 2025$1,009
July 2025$1,004
August 2025$956
September 2025$837
October 2025$1,167
November 2025$1,162
December 2025$1,168
January 2026$1,154
February 2026$1,049
March 2026$1,136
April 2026$1,105
May 2026$1,137

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$32,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near 420 S. Fess

Rogers Elementary School

2200 e 2nd st

bloomington, IN, 47401

K-2Public
B+

Early Learning Center

401 east miller dr

bloomington, IN, 47401

PKPublic

Binford Elementary School

2300 e second st

bloomington, IN, 47401

PK, K-6Public
A
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Neighborhood

Elm Heights | Bloomington, IN

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

Getting around Bloomington near 420 S Fess Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 420 S Fess Ave, Bloomington

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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