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Monthly Rent
$845 - $910
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Bedrooms
1 - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 1.5 ba
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Square Feet
526 - 832 sq ft
This quiet community has a lot to offer you. We have 1 and 2 bedroom with 1 or 1.5 baths. Children can have fun at the playground while you sit on your patio and take in the view. Garages are available upon request to keep your vehicle warm in the Iowa winter months. Cats are welcome with a monthly fee. Minutes away from Walmart, Post Office and many other food and entertainment options. Come see your new home today!
Highlights
- Walk-In Closets
- Office
- Picnic Area
- Grill
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
- Patio
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 433309price $845square feet 526availibility Dec 13
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Unit 433201price $850square feet 792availibility Now
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Unit 420206price $850square feet 792availibility Now
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Unit 420305price $850square feet 792availibility Now
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Unit 433204price $910square feet 832availibility Now
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Unit 433309price $845square feet 526availibility Dec 13
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Unit 433201price $850square feet 792availibility Now
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Unit 420206price $850square feet 792availibility Now
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Unit 420305price $850square feet 792availibility Now
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Unit 433204price $910square feet 832availibility Now
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$35
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Due at Move-In
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Holding FeeHolding fee is refundable if denied and upon approval it becomes part of your security deposit. Charged per unit.$100
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Due at Application
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Garage Lot
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Surface Lot
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.
Details
Utilities Included
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Gas
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Heat
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Trash Removal
Lease Options
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12 mo
Property Information
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Built in 1990
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78 units/3 stories
Matterport 3D Tour
About Elmcrest
This quiet community has a lot to offer you. We have 1 and 2 bedroom with 1 or 1.5 baths. Children can have fun at the playground while you sit on your patio and take in the view. Garages are available upon request to keep your vehicle warm in the Iowa winter months. Cats are welcome with a monthly fee. Minutes away from Walmart, Post Office and many other food and entertainment options. Come see your new home today!
Elmcrest is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50315 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Full Appliances/Pantries
- Located on Busline
- Air Conditioner
- Vaulted Ceiling on 3rd Floor
- Cats With Fee
- Overhead Lighting
- Carpeting
- BBQ/Picnic Area
- Ceiling Fan
- Heat PAID
- Window Coverings
- Custom Oak/Designer Decor
- Minutes to Schools and Southridge Mall
- Off Street Parking
- Patio/Balcony
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Playground
Grill
Picnic Area
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Public Transportation
- Playground
- Grill
- Picnic Area
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Walk-In Closets
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
Disposal
Freezer
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Pantry
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
Model Details
- Carpet
- Office
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Balcony
- Patio
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Public Transportation
- Grill
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Full Appliances/Pantries
- Located on Busline
- Air Conditioner
- Vaulted Ceiling on 3rd Floor
- Cats With Fee
- Overhead Lighting
- Carpeting
- BBQ/Picnic Area
- Ceiling Fan
- Heat PAID
- Window Coverings
- Custom Oak/Designer Decor
- Minutes to Schools and Southridge Mall
- Off Street Parking
- Patio/Balcony
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Pantry
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Carpet
- Office
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Balcony
- Patio
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Des Moines combines city living with authentic Midwestern hospitality. The state capital offers varied housing choices, from downtown apartments averaging $996 for a one-bedroom to 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 professionals alike, 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. Current rent trends show modest annual increases of 0.6%, keeping Des Moines housing costs lower than comparable cities.
Learn more about living in Des Moines| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 6.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 6.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 20 min | 12.4 mi |
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Property Ratings at Elmcrest
Very understanding and courteous. Management takes care of everything from pest control to maintenance. Management actually hears what I say and always works to correct the issue.
I love how the management is on top of everything. If I ever have an issue with maintenance it is taken care of. They have great floor plans and reasonable rent.
Elmcrest Photos
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2BR, 1.5BA - 832 SF
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2BR, 1.5BA - 832 SF
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2BR, 1.5BA - 832 SF
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2BR, 1.5BA - 832 SF
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2BR, 1.5BA - 832 SF
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2BR, 1.5BA - 832 SF
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2BR, 1.5BA - 832 SF
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2BR, 1.5BA - 832 SF
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While Elmcrest does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Select utilities are included in rent at Elmcrest, including gas, heat, and trash removal. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Elmcrest has one to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $845/mo. to $910/mo.
Yes, Elmcrest welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $845 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $30,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.
Elmcrest is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Yes! Elmcrest offers 1 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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