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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Quiet neighborhood
- Peaceful community
- Welcoming atmosphere
- Pet-friendly community
Location
500 E 17th St S, Newton, IA 50208, USA
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Property Overview
Walnut Creek Apartments receives high marks for its overall quality, achieving an 8.3 expert rating alongside superior scores in price, amenities, and location, each at 9 out of 10. The property is located in a quiet neighborhood with a welcoming, pet-friendly atmosphere and easy access to nearby schools and services, underscoring its appeal to renters seeking a balanced lifestyle. Additionally, the trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10 reflects a commitment to transparency and detailed communication from management.
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
Middle school nearby- Elementary school nearby
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2 BD Legacy | 2 bed | 1 bath | 850 sqft | $850 /mo | 2 units available | Looking for a cozy place to call home? This 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment is perfect for anyone seeking comfort and affordability in a peaceful community. ✨ Highlights: Quiet neighborhood with a welcoming atmosphere Affordable living with just a $500 deposit Hold your new home for up to 21 days with an approved application Pet-friendly community (details below) | |
| 2 BD Upgraded | 2 bed | 1 bath | 850 sqft | $950 /mo | 1 unit available | Looking for a cozy place to call home? This 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment is perfect for anyone seeking comfort and affordability in a peaceful community. ✨ Highlights: Quiet neighborhood with a welcoming atmosphere Affordable living with just a $500 deposit Hold your new home for up to 21 days with an approved application Pet-friendly community (details below) |
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Amenities for Walnut Creek Apartments
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
Services
| Trash Removal |
Neighborhood
| Great Location |
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
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 48 |
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About Walnut Creek Apartments
Looking for a cozy place to call home? This 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment is perfect for anyone seeking comfort and affordability in a peaceful community. ✨ Highlights: Quiet neighborhood with a welcoming atmosphere Affordable living with just a $500 deposit Hold your new home for up to 21 days with an approved application Pet-friendly community (details below)
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 GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Walnut Creek Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Walnut Creek 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·9A 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.
Walnut Creek Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Walnut Creek Apartments 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, Walnut Creek Apartments 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.
Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek 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·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.
Walnut Creek Apartments 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 Walnut Creek Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Newton
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Walnut Creek Apartments to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Newton.
Median rents as of Oct 12 2025.
Newton
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $617 |
| December 2023 | $612 |
| January 2024 | $618 |
| February 2024 | $605 |
| March 2024 | $605 |
| April 2024 | $575 |
| May 2024 | $610 |
| June 2024 | $621 |
| 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 500 E 17th St S?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$36,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $900.
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Newton near 500 E 17th St S
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Points of interest for 500 E 17th St S, Newton
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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