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Pet Friendly
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1112 Geil Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA
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Property Overview
1112 Geil Ave combines a strong value-per-square-foot position with nearby access to a top-rated middle school and central AC. It also stands out for pet friendliness, with no breed or pet restrictions, nearby grooming services, and local pet hospitals, though a pet deposit is required.
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
More space- Middle school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1112 Geil Ave
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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About 1112 Geil Ave
Residents are responsible for lawn care and snow removal. Initial lease terms are 12 months with short term leases available for an additional fee. Residents are responsible for all utilities: Electric and Gas to be provided through MidAmerican Energy and Water/Sewer/Trash is provided through Des Moines Water Works. This home has Central AC. Pet-friendly, no breed or weight restrictions. No more than 2 pets per rental home. Initial pet fee ($300 for first pet, $100 for the second) and monthly pet rent ($30/mo. per pet) apply. There is a New Lease Administrative Fee of $70 applied to each approved household to be paid at or before move in.
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 1112 Geil Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 196 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.6 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2.6 miles away
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.0 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 50315 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Des Moines
2-bedroom apartments at 1112 Geil Ave cost about 19% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,195 |
| December 2024 | $1,195 |
| January 2025 | $1,192 |
| February 2025 | $1,170 |
| March 2025 | $1,124 |
| April 2025 | $1,098 |
| May 2025 | $1,127 |
| June 2025 | $1,072 |
| July 2025 | $1,012 |
| August 2025 | $1,041 |
| September 2025 | $1,041 |
| October 2025 | $1,039 |
| November 2025 | $1,024 |
| December 2025 | $1,042 |
| January 2026 | $1,022 |
| February 2026 | $1,033 |
| March 2026 | $1,048 |
| April 2026 | $1,076 |
| May 2026 | $1,092 |
| June 2026 | $1,085 |
| July 2026 | $1,091 |
| August 2026 | $1,077 |
| September 2026 | $1,043 |
| October 2026 | $1,049 |
| November 2026 | $1,050 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$49,800/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 2 years ago | $1,245 |
Schools near 1112 Geil Ave
Morris Elementary School
1401 geil ave
des moines, IA, 50315
K-5Public
C
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Orchard Hills Elementary School
1130 w north ave
norwalk, IA, 50211
2-3Public
B+
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Learning Resource Center
3550 mills civic parkway
west des moines, IA, 50265
PKPublic
Getting around Des Moines near 1112 Geil Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1112 Geil Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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