Bennett

Bennett is a senior apartment community for people aged 55 and older, found at 405 West Broadway in old town Council Bluffs, Iowa, in a seven-story brick building with limestone details that's listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and if you look at it you'll see big, evenly spaced windows across the upper floors and a stone base with shops and an entrance lobby down by the street, and it's all been restored to keep its early commercial style. The building has 30 units, made up of 15 one-bedroom and 15 two-bedroom apartments, plus there are ten townhomes, so you've got options for small or bigger households, and with LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) guidelines, there are income restrictions, meaning some people will need to qualify based on how much they make. Inside you get modern touches like wood floors, energy-efficient features, and top-of-the-line kitchen tools-appliances like stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, and microwaves are included, there's a washer and dryer in each home, and water, sewer, and trash are paid for by the building, which means those bills don't come every month from the city. The building's quiet, has elevators, controlled access for residents, and is smoke-free with pets allowed if you put down a deposit, which can help older folks who want to keep their cat or small dog. There's a community room and a laundry room on site too, and if you ever need help, emergency maintenance is available. People also get a free spot on the upper deck for parking, while off-street parking comes with an extra cost, and for those who don't drive or want other choices, there's a bus line close to the building, plus stores, a park, restaurants, and entertainment right in the area for an easy walk. The second through sixth floors have offices used by doctors and dentists, so sometimes the neighbors in the hall are medical folks heading to work, since management, Knudson Management Company, Inc., tries to fill office space with healthcare professionals, and the building's a place where people tend to respect each other's quiet. Bennett has a $20 application fee and deposits run $400 to $500, and as a non-discrimination provider and employer, management talks openly about being fair to everyone. There's an online form if you want to ask about amenities, floor plans, or move-in dates, and they've set up a resident login portal too, so folks living there can see updates or put in a maintenance request if needed. Office hours are from 8AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday, and though some services and features aren't listed in detail, what you see mainly is a historic, nicely restored senior apartment option right at the heart of the city, and you won't have to worry about water, sewer, or trash bills while you enjoy a place with easy transportation, good security, and a little bit of old-town charm.