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$1,298 / Month

228 1st St

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West Des Moines, IA 50265

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  • Square Feet

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228 1st St
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228 1st St, West Des Moines, Iowa Nestled in Historic Valley Junction, you will love this 2 bedroom apartment. New LVP flooring throughout. Feels like you have 2 additional living spaces just off of the kitchen. Unit has private patio area and shared space in the backyard, along with additional off-street parking. Tenant is responsible for all utilities. Lawn Care/Snow removal included with Rent No Pets No Smoking Application Process: Background and soft credit check required. 12 month lease minimum. There is a $50 application fee per adult(will be reimbursed if you move in), and if approved, there is a one time administrative fee of $150(waived if you move in). Deposit pends on background and credit on accepted applications.

228 1st St is a house located in Polk County and the 50265 ZIP Code.

* 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.
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City - West Des Moines

West Des Moines combines suburban comfort with city conveniences in one of Iowa's growing communities. The Historic Valley Junction district preserves the area's railroad heritage through its collection of independent shops and eateries. Miles of trails wind through local parks and green spaces, while Jordan Creek Town Center stands as Iowa's largest shopping complex.

Home to over 68,000 residents, West Des Moines has evolved from its railroad town roots while preserving its historic charm. Housing options range from historic properties near Valley Junction to residences near Glen Oaks Country Club. Major employers, including Wells Fargo, Microsoft, and Hy-Vee contribute to the local economy. Notable areas include Glen Oaks, Valley Junction, and the Jordan Creek district, each with its own character and amenities. The West Des Moines Community School District serves the area, consistently maintaining strong academic ratings.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drake University
Drive: 9 min 4.7 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Drive: 11 min 6.0 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., West
Drive: 11 min 6.2 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 14 min 9.1 mi
228 1st St is within 9 minutes or 4.7 miles from Drake University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Urban and Des Moines Area C.C., West.
Transportation

228 1st St is near Des Moines International, located 4.3 miles or 9 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
Drive: 9 min 4.3 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Time and distance from 228 1st St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
411-415 5th St
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Gateway Center
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
The Plaza at 63rd
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
228 1st St has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 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
American Legion Park
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Brown's Woods
Drive: 2 min 1.4 mi
Greenwood / Ashworth Park
Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
Arie den Boer Arboretum
Drive: 8 min 3.3 mi
Water Works Park
Drive: 9 min 3.5 mi
228 1st St has 5 parks within 3.5 miles, including American Legion Park, Brown's Woods, and Greenwood / Ashworth Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Drive: 10 min 5.6 mi
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Drive: 10 min 6.0 mi
Broadlawns Medical Center
Drive: 12 min 6.4 mi
228 1st St has 3 hospitals within 6.4 miles, the nearest is UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center which is 5.6 miles away and a 10 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 20 min 10.0 mi
228 1st St is 10.0 miles and a 20 minute drive from Camp Dodge.

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