$1,200
/ Month
1216 Mattern Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316
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Bedrooms
3
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1
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Square Feet
1,221 sq ft
1216 Mattern Ave
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About This Home
$1,100 deposit
Charming 3-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom Single-Family Home - 1221 Sq Ft - Ideal for Comfortable Living Availability: Immediately Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offering 1221 square feet of comfortable living space. Perfectly suited for a growing family or professionals looking for a cozy retreat, this property boasts a blend of modern amenities and charming details that make it stand out. Property Features: • Spacious Living Area: A bright and airy living room with plenty of natural light, and a beautiful fireplace--perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. • Kitchen: Fully equipped with appliances, including a refrigerator (to be installed prior to tenant moving in), gas stove, and dishwasher. • Bedrooms: Three well-sized bedrooms with large windows, providing a peaceful place to unwind. • Bathroom: A beautifully updated full bathroom with bathtub/shower combo. • Flooring: Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, adding warmth and character to the home. • Outdoor Space: A spacious, fenced backyard ideal for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply relaxing under the stars. The front yard has mature landscaping, adding curb appeal to the home. • Additional Features: o Private off-street parking. o Fireplace o Pet-friendly – Pet policy applies Location Highlights: • Situated in a beautiful neighborhood. • Close to local parks, shopping, schools, and public transportation. • Convenient access to major highways for an easy commute. Don’t miss the opportunity to call this charming single-family home your own. Schedule a tour today and experience all the comfort and convenience this home has to offer! Tenant is responsible for all utilities, lawn care, and snow removal. Renter's Insurance is required. 2 pet maximum. Professionally managed by PMI Central Iowa. All PMI Central Iowa residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) which includes credit building to help boost your credit score with timely rent payments, our best-in-class resident rewards program to earn gift cards, $1M Identity Protection, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), utility concierge service making utility connection a breeze during your move-in, and much more! RBP cost is included in the marketed Rental Rate. More details upon application. $65 application fee for anyone 18 years or older who will be occupying the property. An approved application will get you $300 off of each of your first 3 months of rent! ($300 off of January, $300 off of February, and $300 off of March!!!!)
1216 Mattern Ave is a house located in Polk County and the 50316 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District attendance zone.
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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.
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Des Moines combines city living with authentic Midwestern hospitality. The state capital offers varied housing choices, from downtown apartments to single-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 faculty, 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. The insurance industry drives the local economy, with major employers Principal Financial Group and Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield maintaining significant operations downtown.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 7.5 mi |
1216 Mattern Ave is within 14 minutes or 0.8 mile from Grand View University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Urban and Drake University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
420 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
322 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
655 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,458 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
211 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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1216 Mattern Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316