Evergreen Terrace
2101-2111 E Caulder Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50320
$790 - $1,000
1-2 Beds
Pioneer Park
Des Moines, IA
Pioneer Park - Des Moines, IA Area Guide
Niche Reviews 
Blaze your own trail on Des Moines’ south side
Great Location
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Quiet
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Convenient
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Tucked into the south side of Des Moines, Pioneer Park feels like a quieter corner of the city, just far enough from downtown to breathe, but close enough to join the action whenever you want. This neighborhood blends open green spaces with residential ease, giving it a laid-back, homegrown vibe that draws longtime locals and new renters alike. Streets are lined with modest homes and low-rise apartment communities, and Pioneer Park itself offers a peaceful retreat with sports fields and walking paths locals actually use.
Life here moves at a gentler pace, with a practical mix of daily essentials and no-fuss hangouts. Grocery stores, casual dining spots, and shops are within easy reach, and nearby Army Post Road connects you quickly to the rest of Des Moines. You’re a short drive from Blank Park Zoo, Southridge Mall, and several golf courses, while downtown is about 15 minutes away for commuters or weekend adventurers. Des Moines Area Community College’s Southridge Center is also close, serving as an educational hub and career training site for residents in the area.
Pioneer Park offers mostly one- and two-bedroom apartment communities, plus a few larger townhome-style rentals tucked between residential blocks. Most options have off-street parking and shared green areas, making them ideal for renters who value space and simplicity. Every fall, the neighborhood draws families and visitors to the Latino Heritage Festival, a celebration of culture and community that’s grown into one of Iowa’s largest events, held right in the heart of Des Moines.
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Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Pioneer Park is $752 for one bedroom, $867 for two bedrooms, and $1,151 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pioneer Park has increased by 1.7% in the past year.
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1 BR
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643 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$752/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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819 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$867/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,092 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,151/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Pioneer Park - Des Moines, IA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Essentials are more spread out in Pioneer Park - Des Moines, IA, so everyday errands require more planning.
Supermarket Within a 20 Minute Walk
Groceries
40
/ 100
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
40
/ 100
Limited Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
30
/ 100
Limited Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
30
/ 100
Recreation
Pioneer Park - Des Moines, IA provides green space and wellness resources in certain areas.
Large Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
70
/ 100
Limited Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
20
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Pioneer Park - Des Moines, IA from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
20
/ 100
Few to No Nightlife Options Nearby
Nightlife
10
/ 100
Not Noisy
Quiet Score
100
/ 100
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Reviews of Pioneer Park - Des Moines, IA
Niche Reviews
2 Reviews
Current Resident
4 years and 2 months ago•Niche Review
Pioneer Park is a quiet area. The people are nice friendly and helpful. I love living in this area, it is very clean and well maintained.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- James W. Cownie Soccer Park
- Pioneer Park of Des Moines
- Ewing Park
- Columbus Park
- Chesterfield Park
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Airports
- Des Moines International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.