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1144 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Waveland Park
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Amenities for 1144 Polk Blvd, Waveland Park
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Forced Air |
| Hardwood Floor | Off Street |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Storage |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 1144 Polk Blvd
Located right off University Ave on beautiful Polk Blvd, near Waveland Golf Course and walking distance to Waveland Cafe, this 2 bedroom 1 bathroom duplex has original hardwood flooring in the large living room with big windows that let in great natural light. The kitchen includes plenty of countertop and cabinet space along with a fridge and gas stove. Down the hall you'll find both bedrooms, one of which can easily fit a king sized bed plus dressers, and the full bathroom. There is an unfinished basement that includes a washer and dryer and has plenty of room for storage. Central AC/Heat. Pets up to 25lbs negotiable with a $250 pet fee and $50/month pet rent. Tenant pays all utilities. There is a $50 application fee per adult, deposit is $1100, and if approved there is a one time administrative fee of $150. Location: 1144 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA.
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 1144 Polk Blvd compares to other nearby properties.
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Address details
| Neighborhood | Waveland Park |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50311 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Waveland Park
2-bedroom apartments at 1144 Polk Blvd cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Waveland Park
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,195 |
| January 2024 | $1,197 |
| February 2024 | $1,130 |
| March 2024 | $1,160 |
| April 2024 | $1,185 |
| 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 | $1,039 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,400 |
| January 2024 | $1,400 |
| February 2024 | $1,400 |
| March 2024 | $1,380 |
| April 2024 | $1,350 |
| 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.| 1 year ago | $1,100 |
Schools near 1144 Polk Blvd
Hubbell Elementary School
800 42nd st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-5Public
C+
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 1144 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 1144 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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