Cityville
550 SW 9th St,
Des Moines, IA 50309
$940 - $2,250
Studio - 3 Beds
The Flats on 21st
1313 21st St,
Des Moines,
IA
50311
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About The Flats on 21st
The Flats on 21st offers a combination of comfort, quality, and design. This community is located on 21st St in the Carpenter area of Des Moines. From amenities to floor plan options, the leasing staff is ready to help you find the perfect apartment. It's time to come home to The Flats on 21st. Contact us or stop by the leasing office to discuss your new apartment.
The Flats on 21st is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50311 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 1 Building Key
- 1 mail key
- Coin operated laundry on site
- Garbage
- Heat
- Off-street parking
- Water
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Refrigerator
Heating
Range
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Kitchen
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Large Bedrooms
1313 21st St,
Des Moines,
IA
50311
Des Moines combines city living with authentic Midwestern hospitality. The state capital offers varied housing choices, from downtown apartments to single-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 faculty, 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. The insurance industry drives the local economy, with major employers Principal Financial Group and Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield maintaining significant operations downtown.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Carpenter | Des Moines, IA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $680 | $850 |
| 1 Bedroom | $862 | $1,011 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $943 | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | - | $1,531 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 9.4 mi |
The Flats on 21st is within 11 minutes or 0.6 mile from Drake University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Urban and Grand View University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
268 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
267 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 K-8
211 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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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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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
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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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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-Airport
-Businesses
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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.
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1313 21st St
Des Moines, IA 50311