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Iowa Polk County Des Moines Sherman Hill The Brady Apartments

The Brady Apartments

650 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50314

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  • Monthly Rent

    $775 - $840

  • Bedrooms

    Studio bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    485 sq ft

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Take a step back to the roaring 1920’s when you enter this historic 35-unit apartment building! The Brady boasts wide hallways and high ceilings in the period-decorated common areas. As you enter each spacious studio, you can't help but be impressed by the huge bay windows and window seat featured in each unit. In addition, the studios have eat-in kitchens with full sized appliances, a dressing room off the restroom, large closets, and beautiful woodwork. Most units have updated kitchens with built in microwaves. The Brady also offers garages, off street parking, limited access doors, and coin operated laundry facilities. The Brady is in the heart of one of Des Moines most historic, vibrant and celebrated areas – Sherman Hill. Enjoy beautiful Victorian architecture at every turn. The Brady is across the street from Hoyt-Sherman Place, and walking distance to Methodist Hospital, as well as a host of local shops and restaurants. The Brady is just a few minutes from downtown Des Moines, or to I-235 access. The Brady is a 100% non-smoking community, including inside the apartments and the grounds.

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Pricing & Floor Plans

0BR/1.0BA $775 – $840
Studio 1 Bath 485 Sq Ft $350 Deposit
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 105
    price $775
    square feet 485
    availibility Now
  • Unit 207
    price $775
    square feet 485
    availibility Now
  • Unit 110
    price $840
    square feet 485
    availibility Now
0BR/1.0BA $775 – $840
Studio 1 Bath 485 Sq Ft $350 Deposit
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 105
    price $775
    square feet 485
    availibility Now
  • Unit 207
    price $775
    square feet 485
    availibility Now
  • Unit 110
    price $840
    square feet 485
    availibility Now
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • Monthly Utilities & Services
  • Common Areas & Utilities
    $80
  • Technology Fee
    $2
  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Application Fee
    $50
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Monthly pet rent
    $35
  • One time Fee
    $200
  • Cats Allowed
  • Monthly pet rent
    $35
  • One time Fee
    $200
  • Parking
  • Surface Lot
    $15/mo
  •  
  • Garage
    $50/mo
    1 Max, Assigned Parking

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Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Property Information

  • Built in 1920
  • 35 units/4 stories

About The Brady Apartments

Take a step back to the roaring 1920’s when you enter this historic 35-unit apartment building! The Brady boasts wide hallways and high ceilings in the period-decorated common areas. As you enter each spacious studio, you can't help but be impressed by the huge bay windows and window seat featured in each unit. In addition, the studios have eat-in kitchens with full sized appliances, a dressing room off the restroom, large closets, and beautiful woodwork. Most units have updated kitchens with built in microwaves. The Brady also offers garages, off street parking, limited access doors, and coin operated laundry facilities. The Brady is in the heart of one of Des Moines most historic, vibrant and celebrated areas – Sherman Hill. Enjoy beautiful Victorian architecture at every turn. The Brady is across the street from Hoyt-Sherman Place, and walking distance to Methodist Hospital, as well as a host of local shops and restaurants. The Brady is just a few minutes from downtown Des Moines, or to I-235 access. The Brady is a 100% non-smoking community, including inside the apartments and the grounds.

The Brady Apartments is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50314 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Garage
  • Off-street parking
  • On-site Laundry
  • Utilities charged back monthly.
  • Historic
  • Brick Building

Contact

Language: English
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  • Monday - Sunday, By Appointment

Community Amenities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Walk-Up

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Microwave

Refrigerator

Wi-Fi

Tub/Shower

Disposal

Highlights

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Security System
  • Tub/Shower

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

Model Details

  • High Ceilings
  • Bay Window
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Amenities
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Walk-Up
  • Garage
  • Off-street parking
  • On-site Laundry
  • Utilities charged back monthly.
  • Historic
  • Brick Building
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Security System
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • High Ceilings
  • Bay Window
Expenses
Recurring
Unassigned Surface Lot Parking $15
Assigned Garage Parking $50
Cat Rent $35
Dog Rent $35
One-Time
Cat Fee $200
Dog Fee $200
Utilities Included
Water, Heat, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday By Appointment
Tuesday By Appointment
Wednesday By Appointment
Thursday By Appointment
Friday By Appointment
Saturday By Appointment
Sunday By Appointment
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Neighborhood

Nestled next to Downtown Des Moines, Sherman Hill is the city’s oldest neighborhood and is known for its gorgeous Victorian architecture and close-knit community. This historic district has several stores and restaurants, but Sherman Hill is best known for housing Hoyt Sherman Place, a 19th-century art gallery and performing arts theater. Friendly neighbors and city ordinances also contribute to the neighborhood's vibrancy. Maintaining a quaint charm of simpler times, neighbors here are tight-knit, attending community events like Halloween on the Hill throughout the year. While searching for your new home, you’ll find old-fashioned houses along with modern apartments for every budget from affordable to upscale. Sherman Hill also boasts a stellar location. Proximity to Downtown Des Moines and the East Village attracts professionals and nightlife lovers to plant their roots in this historic community.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drake University
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 9 min 4.5 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny
Drive: 21 min 10.3 mi
The Brady Apartments is within 4 minutes or 1.6 miles from Des Moines Area C.C., Urban. It is also near Drake University and Grand View University.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Edmunds Fine Arts Academy
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
268 Students
Attendance Zone
Callanan Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
507 Students
Attendance Zone
Roosevelt High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,986 Students
Attendance Zone
St Anthony Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
348 Students
Nearby
The Keystone School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Transportation

The Brady Apartments is near Des Moines International, located 4.9 miles or 12 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
Drive: 12 min 4.9 mi
Very Walkable
77
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
53
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Somewhat Bikeable
41
Bike Score®
Out of 100
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.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Time and distance from The Brady Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Ingersoll Square
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
MacVilay Plaza
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
Shops at Roosevelt
Drive: 5 min 2.8 mi
The Brady Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 2.8 miles, which is about a 5-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Western Gateway Park
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Drake Park
Walk: 20 min 1.0 mi
Great Western Trail
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Science Center of Iowa
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
The Brady Apartments has 5 parks within 2.2 miles, including Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden, Western Gateway Park, and Drake Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Broadlawns Medical Center
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
The Brady Apartments has 3 hospitals within 2.6 miles, the nearest is UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center which is 0.4 mile away and a 8 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 20 min 9.9 mi
The Brady Apartments is 9.9 miles and a 20 minute drive from Camp Dodge.
 
 

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The Brady Apartments has studios available with rent ranges from $775/mo. to $840/mo.

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The Brady Apartments is in Sherman Hill in the city of Des Moines. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 2.8 miles of the property. Five parks are within 2.2 miles, including Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden, Western Gateway Park, and Drake Park.

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