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$1,750 / Month

1211 21st St

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Des Moines, IA 50311

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Beds Baths Average SF
3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 1,532 SF

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Move-In
      • Security Deposit - Refundable
        Charged per unit.
        $1,750

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

About This Property

Property Id: 1284740 Welcome to this elegant home with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom located in the Drake Neighborhood!! With a mix of classic charm and eclectic vibes, this home shows off refinished hardwood floors, penny-floored kitchen, and a fenced-in backyard with cherry trees. Enjoy an extraordinary living experience with modern upgrades including an updated three-season room, new carpet upstairs (to be installed by the end of October), new stove/oven, and a new washer & dryer!! Appreciate the serene neighborhood while being close to Drake University and downtown Des Moines!! Here is some location information: a. 5 to 8 Minute walk to Drake University, Restaurants, Fast Food, and the Varsity theater b. 6 to 8 Minute drive to Downtown Des Moines c. 4 Minutes from Interstate 235 There is a clean unfinished basement. Residents pay all utilities and are responsible for lawn care and snow removal. No Smoking. Security Deposit is 1 month's rent. Lease term: Minimum 12 Months.

1211 21st St is a house located in Polk County and the 50311 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District attendance zone.

House Features

Washer/Dryer

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

Microwave

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Fenced Lot
  • Lawn
Location
1211 21st St, Des Moines,
IA 50311
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City - Des Moines

Des Moines combines city living with authentic Midwestern hospitality. The state capital offers varied housing choices, from downtown apartments averaging $996 for a one-bedroom to family homes in established neighborhoods. The East Village neighborhood features local boutiques and restaurants in beautifully restored historic buildings. The area around Drake University draws students and professionals alike, while Windsor Heights provides peaceful residential streets just minutes from downtown's climate-controlled skywalk system.

The Des Moines Art Center, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Science Center of Iowa anchor the city's arts and culture scene. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy 76 city parks and three public golf courses, including the popular Gray's Lake Park with its scenic 1.9-mile lakeside trail. Current rent trends show modest annual increases of 0.6%, keeping Des Moines housing costs lower than comparable cities.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 801 Sq Ft $785 $889 $1,020
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 604-610 Sq Ft $775 $941 $1,200
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 823-861 Sq Ft $825 $1,081 $1,325
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1210 Sq Ft $1,300 — —
Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Fenced Lot
  • Lawn
  • Bicycle Storage
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drake University
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Walk: 21 min 1.1 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 8 min 3.8 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny
Drive: 19 min 9.5 mi
1211 21st St is within 12 minutes or 0.6 mile from Drake University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Urban and Grand View University.
Schools
Edmunds Fine Arts Academy
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
268 Students
Nearby
King Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
267 Students
Attendance Zone
Callanan Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
507 Students
Attendance Zone
Roosevelt High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,986 Students
Attendance Zone
Holy Family School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
211 Students
Nearby
The Keystone School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Transportation

1211 21st St is near Des Moines International, located 5.5 miles or 13 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
 Drive: 13 min 5.5 mi

Walkability Near 1211 21st St Des Moines, IA 50311

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1211 21st St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Ingersoll Square
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Uptown Shopping Center
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Harding Hills
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
1211 21st St has 3 shopping centers within 2.1 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Drake Park
 Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Western Gateway Park
 Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Witmer Park
 Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Prospect Park of Des Moines
 Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden
 Drive: 7 min 2.8 mi
1211 21st St has 5 parks within 2.8 miles, including Drake Park, Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden, and Witmer Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Broadlawns Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
1211 21st St has 3 hospitals within 1.5 miles, the nearest is MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center which is 1.1 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 17 min 9.1 mi
1211 21st St is 9.1 miles and a 17 minute drive from Camp Dodge.

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