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Pet Friendly
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1065 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Drake
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Property Overview
Located in a prime area, this property offers easy access to top-rated elementary and high schools, both within walking distance. With outdoor spaces available and nearby amenities catering to pets, it appeals to those seeking a pet-friendly environment. Additionally, the property stands out for its value per square foot, ranking in the top percentile for the region, complemented by a comprehensive visual showcase through 11 available photos.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- More space
- Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1065 42nd St, Drake
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Other
| Dogs OK Up to 25 Pounds |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 1065 42nd St
3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom in Des Moines has hardwood floor throughout, large living room, formal dining room. Additional space off of kitchen would make great office has side door that leads to patio area. Washer and Dryer included. 1 car garage. Resident responsible for all utilities, lawn care and snow removal. Fully completed applications are processed in the order they are received. The application fee is $59.50 per person. All applicants age 18 and older must complete an application and are subject to credit, criminal and eviction background screenings. Resident Benefit Package (RBP) is a required monthly program that includes resident liability coverage, operational support services and additional resident benefits. Lease Administrative Fee $125.00 Resident Benefit Package (RBP) $54.50 Lease length 12-Month Standard Section 8 is not available at this time Smoking is not permitted on the property Pets are subject to owner approval and applicable Pet Rent and Pet Administrative Fee All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change. 1 Car Garage
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1065 42nd St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 59 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Drake |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50311 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Drake
3-bedroom apartments at 1065 42nd St cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Drake
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,482 |
| October 2024 | $1,473 |
| November 2024 | $1,424 |
| December 2024 | $1,452 |
| January 2025 | $1,457 |
| February 2025 | $1,423 |
| March 2025 | $1,402 |
| April 2025 | $1,398 |
| May 2025 | $1,350 |
| June 2025 | $1,390 |
| July 2025 | $1,437 |
| August 2025 | $1,472 |
| September 2025 | $1,400 |
| October 2025 | $1,395 |
| November 2025 | $1,339 |
| December 2025 | $1,345 |
| January 2026 | $1,356 |
| February 2026 | $1,334 |
| March 2026 | $1,358 |
| April 2026 | $1,383 |
| May 2026 | $1,374 |
| June 2026 | $1,393 |
| July 2026 | $1,399 |
| August 2026 | $1,388 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2025 | $1,499 |
| August 2025 | $1,495 |
| September 2025 | $1,495 |
| November 2025 | $1,395 |
| December 2025 | $1,335 |
| January 2026 | $1,317 |
| February 2026 | $1,315 |
| March 2026 | $1,499 |
| April 2026 | $1,387 |
| May 2026 | $1,324 |
| June 2026 | $1,317 |
| July 2026 | $1,387 |
| August 2026 | $1,505 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 1 year ago | $1,495 |
Schools near 1065 42nd St
Hubbell Elementary School
800 42nd st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-5Public
C+
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 1065 42nd St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1065 42nd St, Des Moines
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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