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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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Management

Kouri Management Corporation

Leasing office

(515) 216-4700

Property Overview

Walnut Creek Apartments earns a strong overall rating of 8.6, supported by excellent price, amenities, and location scores, along with solid trustworthiness. It stands out for its quiet neighborhood, peaceful and welcoming atmosphere, and pet-friendly setting, with nearby pet services, 16 photos, and a top-rated middle school within about 0.7 miles.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
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Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 BD Legacy2 bed1 bath850 sqft$795 /mo5 units availableLooking 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. 2nd MONTHS RENT FREE WITH A 12 MONTH LEASE! 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
2 BD Upgraded2 bed1 bath850 sqft$895 /mo4 units availableLooking 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. 2nd MONTHS RENT FREE WITH A 12 MONTH LEASE! 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 - Up to 2 dogs or cats - Dog weight limit is 30 pounds

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Amenities for Walnut Creek Apartments

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite 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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units48
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About Walnut Creek Apartments

HomeApartments in Newton 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. 2nd MONTHS RENT FREE WITH A 12 MONTH LEASE! 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 - Up to 2 dogs or cats - Dog weight limit is 30 pounds


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 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.
How we rated Walnut Creek Apartments
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.
Walnut Creek 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·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:

Pet owners

  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 3 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 Walnut Creek Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 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 15% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Newton.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Newton
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Newton
MonthMedian Rent
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$732
September 2026$700

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 500 E 17th St S?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$33,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $845.
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Schools near Walnut Creek Apartments

Aurora Heights Elementary School

310 e 23rd st s

newton, IA, 50208

K-4Public
B

Woodrow Wilson Elementary School

801 s 8th ave west

newton, IA, 50208

K-4Public
B-

Emerson Hough Elementary School

700 n 4th ave east

newton, IA, 50208

K-4Public
C
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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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