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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Vaulted ceilings
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Sleek kitchen
  • Private deck
  • Living room
  • Electric fireplace

Location

204 Sycamore Dr, West Branch, IA 52358, USA
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Management

Heritage Property Management-AV, Inc.

Leasing office

(319) 351-8404

Property Overview

Modern 2 features impressive highlights such as vaulted ceilings, stainless steel appliances, and a private deck, contributing to its high-rated amenities and overall living experience. With a strong expert rating of 8.6 and excellent price and location assessments, it offers excellent value and convenient access to schools, parks, and public transit. Additionally, its strong appeal for fitness, social engagement, pet friendliness, and sustainability makes it a well-rounded choice for potential 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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Modern 2 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Modern 2 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

Sycamore St. 2 BR/2 Bath2 bed2 bath1,000 sqft$1,295 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to your modern 2-bed, 2-bath Suite AVAILABLE 11/1/25 WITH FIRST MONTH RENT FREE FOR SIGNING TO MOVE IN NOW! Conveniently located next to Interstate 80 you are only 15 minutes from the University and Downtown Iowa City, 20 Minutes to Coral Ridge Mall, and only 5 minutes from downtown West Branch where you can enjoy shopping and dining. This 1000 sqft. home boasts an inviting, comfortable living room. The sleek kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and a built-in pantry, ensuring effortless meal preparation. Enjoy the convenience of an ensuite bathroom attached to the master bedroom for added privacy. Step outside to your private deck and take advantage of the single car garage. 1st floor rents for $1295mo. 2nd floor $1350mo. and top Floor $1395 PLEASE REACH OUT TO **** OR CALL US AT 319-351-8404
Sycamore St. Vaulted ceiling 2BR/2BA2 bed2 bath1,000 sqft$1,395 /mo1 unit availableVaulted Ceiling Floorplan- Welcome to your modern 2-bed, 2-bath Suite AVAILABLE 11/1/25 WITH FIRST MONTH RENT FREE FOR SIGNING TO MOVE IN NOW! Conveniently located next to Interstate 80 you are only 15 minutes from the University and Downtown Iowa City, 20 Minutes to Coral Ridge Mall, and only 5 minutes from downtown West Branch where you can enjoy shopping and dining. This top-floor Suite offers an airy ambiance with vaulted ceilings, creating a spacious feel throughout the 1000 sqft. home. Relax in the inviting, comfortable living room. The sleek kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and a built-in pantry, ensuring effortless meal preparation. Enjoy the convenience of an ensuite bathroom attached to the master bedroom for added privacy. Step outside to your private deck and take advantage of the single car garage. PLEASE REACH OUT TO **** OR CALL US AT 319-351-8404

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Amenities for Modern 2

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Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

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Policies and fees

Dog Policy

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Cat Policy

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About Modern 2

HomeApartments in West Branch Modern 2

Welcome to your modern 2-bed, 2-bath Suite in West Branch, Iowa. Conveniently located next to Interstate 80 you are only 15 minutes from the University and Downtown Iowa City, 20 Minutes to Coral Ridge Mall, and only 5 minutes from downtown West Branch where you can enjoy shopping and dining. This top-floor Suite offers an airy ambiance with vaulted ceilings, creating a spacious feel throughout the 1000 sqft. home. Relax in the inviting living room featuring an electric fireplace, perfect for cozy evenings or entertaining guests. The sleek kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and a built-in pantry, ensuring effortless meal preparation. Enjoy the convenience of an ensuite bathroom attached to the master bedroom for added privacy. Step outside to your private deck and take advantage of the single car garage. 1st floor rents for $1295mo. 2nd floor $1350mo. and top Floor $1395 PLEASE REACH OUT TO **** OR CALL US AT 319-351-8404


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, Modern 2 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Modern 2 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 Modern 2
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.
Modern 2 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.
Modern 2 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, Modern 2 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.
Modern 2 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 Modern 2 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.

Modern 2 is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area

Social life

  • 8 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 6 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 26 mixed-use spaces nearby

Eco living

  • 4 parks within a mile
  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot 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 Modern 2 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in West Branch

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Modern 2 to be 4% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in West Branch.

Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
West Branch
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in West Branch
MonthMedian Rent
January 2025$1,295
February 2025$1,295
August 2025$1,650
September 2025$1,500
October 2025$1,450
November 2025$1,413

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$53,800/yr

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Schools near Modern 2

Hoover Elementary School

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west branch, IA, 52358

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Neighborhood

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

Getting around West Branch near 204 Sycamore Dr

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 204 Sycamore Dr, West Branch

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

3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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