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The Flats on 56th Apartments

3710 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50310

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  • Monthly Rent

    $775

  • Bedrooms

    1 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    648 sq ft

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  • Porche
  • Patio
  • Vestidores
  • Cubierta
  • Parrilla
  • Balcón
  • Vistas
  • Patio

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1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 648 SF Call for Availability
1 Habitación $775 Call for Availability
1 Bed 1 Bath 648 Sq Ft $350 Deposit
1 Habitación $775 Call for Availability
1 Bed 1 Bath 648 Sq Ft $350 Deposit
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. 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.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Administrative Fee
      $0
    • Application Fee Per Applicant
      $50
  • Dogs
    • Allowed
  • Cats
    Max of 1, 70 lbs. Weight Limit
  • Garage Lot
    • Parking Fee
      Charged per vehicle.
      $50 / mo
  • Additional Parking Options
    • Surface Lot
  • Storage Unit
    • Storage Deposit
      Charged per rentable item.
      $0
    • Storage Rent
      Charged per rentable item.
      $15 / mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Utilities Included

  • Internet

Lease Options

  • Contratos de arrendamiento de 6 - 12 meses

Property Information

  • Built in 1970
  • 29 units/3 stories

About The Flats on 56th Apartments

Bienvenido a The Flats on 56th Apartments, convenientemente ubicado en Des Moines, Iowa. Nuestro complejo está a solo unos pasos del popular centro comercial Merle Hay Mall, que ofrece una variedad de opciones de compras y restaurantes al alcance de tu mano. Con fácil acceso a la línea de autobús, moverse por la ciudad es muy fácil. A minutos de la Interestatal 80 y la Interestatal 35. Disfruta de la comodidad de las instalaciones de lavandería en el lugar y la opción de alquilar un garaje para obtener espacio de almacenamiento adicional. Algunas unidades cuentan con un balcón privado, perfecto para disfrutar de tu café de la mañana o relajarte después de un largo día. Disfruta de una vida cómoda y conveniente en The Flats on 56th Apartments.

The Flats on 56th Apartments is an apartment community located in Polk County and the 50310 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Des Moines Independent Community attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Administrador de la propiedad
  • Se admiten mascotas
  • Ubicado en Merle Hay y Hickman
  • A una caminata de distancia de la escuela
  • En la línea de autobús
  • Garajes disponibles para alquiler
  • Lavandería en el lugar
  • Balcón en unidades seleccionadas
  • Garajes
  • Mantenimiento de emergencia las 24 horas
  • Acceso por autopista
  • Cerca del centro comercial Merle Hay
  • Internet de cortesía
  • A pasos de tiendas y restaurantes
  • Incluye lavavajillas
  • lavavajillas
  • Pagar el alquiler a través del portal en línea
  • Refrigerador/congelador
  • A minutos del centro comercial Hay Merle
  • Estacionamiento en superficie incluido
  • Garajes disponibles

Contact

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  • Monday - Friday, By Appointment
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed

Community Amenities

Instalaciones de lavandería

Parrilla

Almacén/trastero

Programa de seguro para inquilinos

  • Wifi
  • Instalaciones de lavandería
  • Programa de seguro para inquilinos
  • Almacén/trastero
  • Parrilla

Apartment Features

Aire acondicionado

Lavavajillas

Acceso a Internet de alta velocidad

Vestidores

Patio

Microondas

Nevera

Wifi

Indoor Features

  • Acceso a Internet de alta velocidad
  • Wifi
  • Aire acondicionado
  • Calefacción
  • Ventiladores de techo
  • Libre de humo
  • Preinstalación de cables
  • Bañera/Ducha

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Lavavajillas
  • Cocina
  • Microondas
  • Horno
  • Fogón
  • Nevera
  • Congelador
  • Rincón para el desayuno

Model Details

  • Alfombra
  • Comedor
  • Sala familiar
  • Vistas
  • Vestidores
  • Balcón
  • Patio
  • Porche
  • Cubierta
  • Patio
  • Césped
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Schools Restaurants Groceries Coffee Banks Shops Fitness
Amenities
  • Wifi
  • Instalaciones de lavandería
  • Programa de seguro para inquilinos
  • Almacén/trastero
  • Parrilla
  • Administrador de la propiedad
  • Se admiten mascotas
  • Ubicado en Merle Hay y Hickman
  • A una caminata de distancia de la escuela
  • En la línea de autobús
  • Garajes disponibles para alquiler
  • Lavandería en el lugar
  • Balcón en unidades seleccionadas
  • Garajes
  • Mantenimiento de emergencia las 24 horas
  • Acceso por autopista
  • Cerca del centro comercial Merle Hay
  • Internet de cortesía
  • A pasos de tiendas y restaurantes
  • Incluye lavavajillas
  • lavavajillas
  • Pagar el alquiler a través del portal en línea
  • Refrigerador/congelador
  • A minutos del centro comercial Hay Merle
  • Estacionamiento en superficie incluido
  • Garajes disponibles
  • Acceso a Internet de alta velocidad
  • Wifi
  • Aire acondicionado
  • Calefacción
  • Ventiladores de techo
  • Libre de humo
  • Preinstalación de cables
  • Bañera/Ducha
  • Lavavajillas
  • Cocina
  • Microondas
  • Horno
  • Fogón
  • Nevera
  • Congelador
  • Rincón para el desayuno
  • Alfombra
  • Comedor
  • Sala familiar
  • Vistas
  • Vestidores
  • Balcón
  • Patio
  • Porche
  • Cubierta
  • Patio
  • Césped
Expenses
Recurring
Unassigned Garage Parking $50
Cat Rent $25
One-Time
Storage Fee $15
Office Hours
Monday By Appointment
Tuesday By Appointment
Wednesday By Appointment
Thursday By Appointment
Friday By Appointment
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Neighborhood

Located about five miles northwest of Downtown Des Moines, Merle Hay is a peaceful suburb home to Iowa’s largest mall—Merle Hay Mall, a premier shopping and entertainment destination. Aside from the many shops and eateries on the outskirts of the massive mall, Merle Hay is largely residential.

Residents enjoy a broad range of apartments and houses available for rent throughout the neighborhood. Several local parks and playgrounds contribute to Merle Hay’s family-friendly atmosphere in addition to top-notch schools. Des Moines Art Center, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden are all proximate to the neighborhood as well. Getting around from Merle Hay is easy with access to I-235, I-35, and I-80.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drake University
Drive: 8 min 3.8 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Urban
Drive: 11 min 5.1 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 12 min 5.5 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny
Drive: 19 min 10.7 mi
The Flats on 56th Apartments is within 8 minutes or 3.8 miles from Drake University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Urban and Grand View University.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Jensen Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
354 Students
Nearby
Hillis Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
305 Students
Nearby
Moore Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
296 Students
Attendance Zone
Meredith Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
664 Students
Attendance Zone
Hoover High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
991 Students
Attendance Zone
St Pius X School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
352 Students
Nearby
Dowling Catholic High School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
1,415 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

The Flats on 56th Apartments is near Des Moines International, located 9.2 miles or 19 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
Drive: 19 min 9.2 mi
Very Walkable
79
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Some Transit
37
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
55
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Flats on 56th Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Merle Hay Mart
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Merle Hay Square
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Boston Commons
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
The Flats on 56th Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 12-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Westchester Park
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Ashby Park
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Beaverdale Park
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Witmer Park
Drive: 6 min 2.7 mi
Drake Municipal Observatory
Drive: 10 min 3.4 mi
The Flats on 56th Apartments has 5 parks within 3.4 miles, including Westchester Park, Ashby Park, and Beaverdale Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Broadlawns Medical Center
Drive: 8 min 3.6 mi
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Drive: 11 min 5.2 mi
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Drive: 11 min 5.2 mi
The Flats on 56th Apartments has 3 hospitals within 5.2 miles, the nearest is Broadlawns Medical Center which is 3.6 miles away and a 8 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 11 min 5.4 mi
The Flats on 56th Apartments is 5.4 miles and a 11 minute drive from Camp Dodge.
 
 

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  • Una habitación, el pasillo

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Flats on 56th Apartments have in-unit laundry?

While The Flats on 56th Apartments does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at The Flats on 56th Apartments?

The Flats on 56th Apartments includes internet in rent. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is The Flats on 56th Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, The Flats on 56th Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at The Flats on 56th Apartments?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $775 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $28,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.

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The Flats on 56th Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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