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Houses Iowa Polk County Des Moines Merle Hay
$1,795 / Month

1601 56th St

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Des Moines, IA 50310

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1601 56th St
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1601 56th St, Des Moines Iowa Available Mid September 2026 Welcome home to this well kept 3 bedroom home. All the feels of a vintage house with updates throughout. This inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bath gem boasts 1,114 sq ft of thoughtfully designed space, perfect for comfortable living. Nestled in a serene neighborhood, you'll enjoy easy access to local parks, schools, shopping, and dining, making it an ideal location for any lifestyle. The main floor features an updated kitchen with beautiful countertops and matching open shelves with custom-made brackets to optimize the space. The second story dormer is finished with tons of storage space, lots of light and gives you endless possibilities. The covered back deck is a perfect spot for entertaining and overlooks the beautifully planned natural landscaping. This home also has a partially finished basement, with a family room, laundry hook-ups and more storage. Behind the house is a 2 stall garage. Tenant pays all utilities, handles lawn care and snow removal. No Smoking on premises. 2 dogs considered (no high-risk breeds) Additional pet fees/rent with pets All Renters Warehouse - Iowa residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $45.95/month which includes liability insurance, credit building to help boost the resident’s credit score, with timely rent payments, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service, making utility connection and home service setup a breeze during your move-in, our best-in-class, resident rewards program, and much more! More details upon application. Application Process: Background and soft credit check required. 12 month lease minimum. There is a $50 application fee per adult, deposit pends on Credit score, and if approved, there is a one time administrative fee of $150. Deposit pends on background and credit. Contact Renters Warehouse with additional questions. Licensed in the State of Iowa

1601 56th St is a house located in Polk County and the 50310 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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.

  • Dogs
    • Allowed

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.

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Neighborhood

Located about five miles northwest of Downtown Des Moines, Merle Hay is a peaceful suburb home to Iowa’s largest mall—Merle Hay Mall, a premier shopping and entertainment destination. Aside from the many shops and eateries on the outskirts of the massive mall, Merle Hay is largely residential.

Residents enjoy a broad range of apartments and houses available for rent throughout the neighborhood. Several local parks and playgrounds contribute to Merle Hay’s family-friendly atmosphere in addition to top-notch schools. Des Moines Art Center, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden are all proximate to the neighborhood as well. Getting around from Merle Hay is easy with access to I-235, I-35, and I-80.

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Amenities
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drake University
Drive: 5 min 2.6 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Drive: 8 min 4.0 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 13 min 8.1 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., West
Drive: 15 min 10.2 mi
1601 56th St is within 5 minutes or 2.6 miles from Drake University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Urban and Grand View University.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Windsor Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
236 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10
Merrill Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
685 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10
Roosevelt High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,986 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10
St Theresa School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
262 Students
Nearby
Mt Olive Lutheran School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
156 Students
Nearby
Dowling Catholic High School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
1,389 Students
Nearby
School data provided by GreatSchools The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.

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Transportation

1601 56th St is near Des Moines International, located 7.3 miles or 15 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
Drive: 15 min 7.3 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1601 56th St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
5800-5812 Franklin Ave
Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
Franklin Plaza
Walk: 12 min 0.7 mi
Mc Neal Shopping Center
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
1601 56th St has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Drake Municipal Observatory
Drive: 6 min 1.6 mi
Witmer Park
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Ashby Park
Drive: 7 min 2.6 mi
Beaverdale Park
Drive: 6 min 2.7 mi
Greenwood / Ashworth Park
Drive: 5 min 2.7 mi
1601 56th St has 5 parks within 2.7 miles, including Drake Municipal Observatory, Witmer Park, and Greenwood / Ashworth Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Broadlawns Medical Center
Drive: 7 min 3.2 mi
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Drive: 8 min 4.6 mi
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Drive: 8 min 5.0 mi
1601 56th St has 3 hospitals within 5.0 miles, the nearest is Broadlawns Medical Center which is 3.2 miles away and a 7 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 14 min 7.0 mi
1601 56th St is 7.0 miles and a 14 minute drive from Camp Dodge.

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