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$1,300 Total Monthly Price

1717 Olive Ave Unit B2

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Des Moines, IA 50314

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Beds Baths Average SF
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba 1,092 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.

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Fees not specified
  • Cats Allowed
  • Fees not specified

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Property Information

  • Built in 2006

About This Property

Conveniently located in the beautiful Historic Sherman Hill Neighborhood with close proximity to downtown amenities and I-235. Short walk to Smokey Row Coffee and Gateway Market.

1717 Olive Ave is a condo located in Polk County and the 50314 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District attendance zone.

Condo Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Island Kitchen

Granite Countertops

Microwave

Refrigerator

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Fireplace
  • Intercom
  • Sprinkler System

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Island Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Window Coverings
Location
1717 Olive Ave, Des Moines,
IA 50314
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Neighborhood

Nestled next to Downtown Des Moines, Sherman Hill is the city’s oldest neighborhood and is known for its gorgeous Victorian architecture and close-knit community. This historic district has several stores and restaurants, but Sherman Hill is best known for housing Hoyt Sherman Place, a 19th-century art gallery and performing arts theater. Friendly neighbors and city ordinances also contribute to the neighborhood's vibrancy. Maintaining a quaint charm of simpler times, neighbors here are tight-knit, attending community events like Halloween on the Hill throughout the year. While searching for your new home, you’ll find old-fashioned houses along with modern apartments for every budget from affordable to upscale. Sherman Hill also boasts a stellar location. Proximity to Downtown Des Moines and the East Village attracts professionals and nightlife lovers to plant their roots in this historic community.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 412 Sq Ft $600 $859 $1,215
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 691-704 Sq Ft $650 $1,225 $2,150
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 976-985 Sq Ft $765 $1,342 $1,950
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 975-1125 Sq Ft $1,100 $1,225 $1,350
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 2650 Sq Ft $965 $2,611 $4,200
Amenities
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Fireplace
  • Intercom
  • Sprinkler System
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Island Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Carpet
  • Window Coverings
  • Porch
  • Yard
  • Lawn
Expenses
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drake University
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 9 min 4.6 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny
Drive: 20 min 11.2 mi
1717 Olive Ave Unit B2 is within 3 minutes or 1.2 miles 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
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
School data provided by 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

1717 Olive Ave Unit B2 is near Des Moines International, located 5.2 miles or 13 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
 Drive: 13 min 5.2 mi

Walkability Near 1717 Olive Ave Des Moines, IA 50314

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1717 Olive Ave Unit B2.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Ingersoll Square
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Uptown Shopping Center
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Shops at Roosevelt
Drive: 4 min 2.2 mi
1717 Olive Ave Unit B2 has 3 shopping centers within 2.2 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Drake Park
 Walk: 12 min 0.7 mi
Western Gateway Park
 Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Science Center of Iowa
 Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Des Moines Botanical & Environmental Center
 Drive: 7 min 2.1 mi
Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden
 Drive: 7 min 2.6 mi
1717 Olive Ave Unit B2 has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Drake Park, Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden, and Western Gateway Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Broadlawns Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
1717 Olive Ave Unit B2 has 3 hospitals within 2.0 miles, the nearest is UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center which is 0.6 mile away and a 12 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 19 min 9.6 mi
1717 Olive Ave Unit B2 is 9.6 miles and a 19 minute drive from Camp Dodge.

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