Cityville
550 SW 9th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309
$940 - $2,250
Studio - 3 Beds
Ligutti Tower
555 5th Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50309
2 Weeks Ago
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About Ligutti Tower
Experience Des Moines living at Ligutti Tower. These apartments are located at 555 5th Ave in the 50309 area of Des Moines. Schedule a time to see the available floorplan options. At this community, you'll have access to a variety of amenities and features like smoke free options, high-speed internet access, and convenient on-site parking options. Stop by Ligutti Tower today.
Ligutti Tower is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50309 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Elevator
Apartment Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
- Views
555 5th Ave,
Des Moines,
IA
50309
Situated in the heart of Iowa’s capital city, Downtown Des Moines is a vibrant district on the rise. Downtown Des Moines is a hub for activity in the city, with plenty of major employers, cultural attractions, festive events, recreational opportunities, and shopping and dining options all available within the confines of the neighborhood.
There are a wide variety of apartments available for rent throughout Downtown Des Moines. Wherever your rental is, you’re sure to be near the action in this walkable neighborhood. Many of the apartments in this area boast river views, with the Raccoon and Des Moines rivers forming the southern and eastern borders of the community, respectively.
Residents and visitors alike enjoy access to area destinations such as Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Principal Park, and Casey's Center in Downtown Des Moines. A condensed, walkable layout in the heart of the city makes it easy to get wherever you need to be in Downtown Des Moines.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Des Moines | Des Moines, IA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $916 | $849 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,201 | $1,012 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,663 | $1,120 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,453 | $1,529 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 21 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 9.3 mi |
Ligutti Tower is within 21 minutes or 1.1 miles from Des Moines Area C.C., Urban. It is also near Drake University and Grand View University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
269 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
507 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,986 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
308 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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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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Walkability Near Ligutti Tower
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
555 5th Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309