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1142 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Waveland Park
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Not allowed
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About 1142 Polk Blvd
Check out this cozy 2 bedroom 1 bath DSM duplex! Property is conveniently located just off University, minutes from Drake University and downtown access! Property features a large living room with hardwood floors! Spacious eat in kitchen with new cabinets and appliances and beautiful subway tile backsplash, last year! Storage in the hallway in-between the 2 large bedrooms with spacious closets! Large full remodeled bath last year with beautiful tile work! Full unfinished basement with washer/dryer included and plenty of extra storage space! 1 parking space off street and then street parking! In addition to rent, there will be $15 a month for quality filters to be conveniently sent to your door. This saves up to 15% on your utility bill, prevents costly HVAC repairs, and ensures a healthy home environment. Contact Renters Warehouse today!
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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 1142 Polk Blvd compares to other nearby properties.
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Address details
| Neighborhood | Waveland Park |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50311 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Waveland Park
2-bedroom apartments at 1142 Polk Blvd cost about 31% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Waveland Park
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,195 |
| May 2024 | $1,200 |
| June 2024 | $1,198 |
| July 2024 | $1,191 |
| August 2024 | $1,193 |
| September 2024 | $1,196 |
| October 2024 | $1,191 |
| November 2024 | $1,187 |
| 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 | $1,066 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,400 |
| June 2024 | $1,375 |
| July 2024 | $1,353 |
| August 2024 | $1,222 |
| May 2025 | $1,275 |
| July 2025 | $1,295 |
| August 2025 | $1,295 |
| September 2025 | $1,295 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 6 years ago | $900 |
Schools near 1142 Polk Blvd
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
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 1142 Polk Blvd
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1142 Polk Blvd, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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