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$1,090 / Month

312 5th St Unit 202

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West Des Moines, IA 50265

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Beds Baths Average SF
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 623 SF

About This Property

This unit is income restricted with a maximum yearly income of $55,200 for one person, and a combined income of $63,050 for two people. This newly renovated one bedroom loft style apartment sits right on 5th St in downtown Historic Valley Junction. The property has been completely renovated with new stove, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, cabinets, counter tops, washer and dryer, A/C, windows, lighting, doors, fully updated bathroom, and refinished original hardwood floors. Unique spiral staircase leads up to the bedroom, and private balcony. Tenant pays all utilities except trash. Small pets negotiable with a $250 pet fee and $25/month pet rent. There is a $50 application fee per adult, deposit is $1090, and if approved there is a one time administrative fee of $125. Address: 312 5th St #202, West Des Moines, IA 50265

312 5th St is a condo located in Polk County and the 50265 ZIP Code. This area is served by the West Des Moines Community School District attendance zone.

Location
312 5th St, West Des Moines,
IA 50265
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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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Trash Removal Included
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: 12 min 6.2 mi
Des Moines University
Drive: 14 min 7.5 mi
312 5th St Unit 202 is within 9 minutes or 4.7 miles from Drake University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., West and Des Moines Area C.C., Urban.
Schools
Hanawalt Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
333 Students
Nearby
Hillside Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
559 Students
Attendance Zone
Stilwell Junior High School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
684 Students
Attendance Zone
Roosevelt High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,986 Students
Nearby
Valley High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,152 Students
Attendance Zone
Iowa Christian Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
283 Students
Nearby
Sacred Heart School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
481 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

312 5th St Unit 202 is near Des Moines International, located 4.8 miles or 11 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
 Drive: 11 min 4.8 mi

Walkability Near 312 5th St West Des Moines, IA 50265

Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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72 / 100

Traffic

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Airport

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 312 5th St Unit 202.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Gateway Center
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Grand Junction Shopping Center
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Normandy Plaza
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
312 5th St Unit 202 has 3 shopping centers within 1.9 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
American Legion Park
 Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Brown's Woods
 Drive: 3 min 1.9 mi
Greenwood / Ashworth Park
 Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
Raccoon River Park and Nature Lodge
 Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
Drake Municipal Observatory
 Drive: 10 min 3.7 mi
312 5th St Unit 202 has 5 parks within 3.7 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
312 5th St Unit 202 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 10.1 mi
312 5th St Unit 202 is 10.1 miles and a 20 minute drive from Camp Dodge.

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