5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Washer and dryer
- Fridge
- Gas stove
- Original hardwood flooring
- Central ac/heat
- Big windows
Location
1144 Polk Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Waveland Park
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Property Overview
Appealing interior comforts include original hardwood flooring, large windows, and essential appliances such as a washer, dryer, fridge, gas stove, and central AC/heat. Practical advantages include relatively close access to a top-rated high school and the availability of 13 listing photos for a clear visual impression. Pet-friendly characteristics stand out, with a required pet deposit and multiple nearby pet hospitals, supply stores, and grooming services.
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- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1144 Polk Blvd, Waveland Park
Features
| Air Conditioning | Dryer |
| Forced Air | Hardwood Floor |
| Off Street | Washer |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Refrigerator |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Storage |
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
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 $1200, 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.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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 4% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Waveland Park
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,080 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| April 2026 | $1,250 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 2 years ago | $1,100 |
Schools near 1144 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 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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