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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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1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 648 SF Call for Availability
1 Bedroom $775 Call for Availability
1 Bed 1 Bath 648 Sq Ft $350 Deposit
1 Bedroom $775 Call for Availability
1 Bed 1 Bath 648 Sq Ft $350 Deposit
* 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.

  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Administrative Fee
    $0
  • Application Fee
    $50
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Fees not specified
  • Cats Allowed
  • Monthly pet rent
    $25
  • Weight limit
    70 lb
  • Pet Limit
    1
  • Parking
  • Surface Lot
    --
    1 Max
  •  
  • Garage
    $50/mo
  • Storage Fees
  • Storage Unit
    $15/mo

Details

Utilities Included

  • Internet

Lease Options

  • 6-12

Property Information

  • Built in 1970
  • 29 units/3 stories

About The Flats on 56th Apartments

Welcome to The Flats on 56th Apartments, conveniently located in Des Moines, Iowa. Our community is just steps away from the popular Merle Hay Mall, offering a variety of shopping and dining options right at your fingertips. With easy access to the bus line, getting around town is a breeze. Minutes from Interstate 80 and Interstate 35. Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry facilities and the option to rent a garage for added storage space. Select units feature a private balcony, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing after a long day. Experience comfortable and convenient living at 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

  • Walking Distance to School
  • Balcony on Select Units
  • dishwahser
  • Garages Available
  • Garages Available for Rent
  • refrigerator/freezer
  • includes Dishwasher
  • On Site Laundry
  • Pay Rent via Online Portal
  • complimentary internet
  • Located Merle Hay and Hickman
  • Freeway Access
  • On Bus Line
  • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
  • Near Merle Hay Mall
  • Pets Welcome
  • Garages
  • Minutes to Merle Hay Mall
  • Surface Parking Included
  • Property Manager
  • Steps from Shopping and Dining

Contact

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

Community Amenities

Laundry Facilities

Grill

Storage Space

Renters Insurance Program

  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Storage Space
  • Grill

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Walk-In Closets

Yard

Microwave

Refrigerator

Wi-Fi

Highlights

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

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Breakfast Nook

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Porch
  • Deck
  • Yard
  • Lawn
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Amenities
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Renters Insurance Program
  • Storage Space
  • Grill
  • Walking Distance to School
  • Balcony on Select Units
  • dishwahser
  • Garages Available
  • Garages Available for Rent
  • refrigerator/freezer
  • includes Dishwasher
  • On Site Laundry
  • Pay Rent via Online Portal
  • complimentary internet
  • Located Merle Hay and Hickman
  • Freeway Access
  • On Bus Line
  • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
  • Near Merle Hay Mall
  • Pets Welcome
  • Garages
  • Minutes to Merle Hay Mall
  • Surface Parking Included
  • Property Manager
  • Steps from Shopping and Dining
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Breakfast Nook
  • Carpet
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Porch
  • Deck
  • Yard
  • Lawn
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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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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  • One Bedroom, Dining/ Living Room

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  • One Bedroom, Kitchen

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The Flats on 56th Apartments is in Merle Hay in the city of Des Moines. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.6 mile of the property. Five parks are within 3.4 miles, including Westchester Park, Ashby Park, and Beaverdale Park.

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