The Jefferson
3708 SE 14th St,
Des Moines, IA 50320
$745 - $785
2 Beds
Easter Lake Area
Des Moines, IA
Easter Lake Area - Des Moines, IA
Area Guide
A tranquil lakeside community between the city and the countryside
Lake
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Parks
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Shopping
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Outdoors
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Suburb
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Affordable
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The Easter Lake Area on the southeast corner of Des Moines is a lightly-developed community that feels more like a rural farm town than a neighborhood in the capital city. The landscape balances charming subdivisions, heavily-wooded parks, and open fields to create a uniquely pastoral environment just fifteen minutes from Downtown. The lake itself is surrounded by popular beaches and recreation areas, with large greenspaces like Ewing Park providing even more opportunities to spend quality time outdoors. The local shopping scene ranges from big-box stores to the expansive Southridge Mall, mainly clustered near 14th Street on the west side. With a diverse selection of affordable apartments, houses, townhomes, and condos in the Easter Lake Area, you’ll find the perfect spot to fit your lifestyle.
Transportation
38
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
24
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
34
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Easter Lake Park
- Ewing Park
- Fort Des Moines Park
- Pioneer Park of Des Moines
- James W. Cownie Soccer Park
Military Bases
Airports
- Des Moines International
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