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Pet Friendly
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116 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA
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Property Overview
Located just under a mile from public transport and a short distance from a highly rated high school, this area offers convenient access to essential services. It is pet-friendly, with two nearby pet supply stores and a local pet hospital, alongside outdoor spaces that enhance the living experience. Overall, the property combines accessibility with appealing features for pet owners.
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
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 116 Park Ave
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Other
| Dogs OK Up to 25 Pounds |
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Policies and fees
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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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About 116 Park Ave
This charming home features newer flooring throughout, a kitchen open to the dining room, and a spacious living room. Enjoy the back deck that overlooks a fenced-in yard. Washer and dryer are included. Resident is responsible for all utilities, lawn care, and snow removal. 6 months lease agreement option available. You can schedule a showing and/or fill out application via our website at topshelfiowa com When applying make sure to upload all proof of income and a photo ID, if you do not provide all pertinent information your application will not be processed. Fully completed applications are processed in the order they are received. Application fee is $49 per person. Everyone 18 and over is required to fill out an application and are subject to credit, criminal and eviction background check. *All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change. All Top Shelf Property Management residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $49.50 per month which includes liability insurance from A+ carrier, credit building to help boost the resident’s credit score, up to $1M Identity Theft Protection, HVAC air filter delivery helping to keep your HVAC system running on less energy (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service that with one call sets up your required utility services, our best-in-class resident rewards program, and much more! More details can be found on our website under RBP. Please NOTE that this property is managed by TOP SHELF Property Management. If you are asked to send money to anyone vs paying on Top Shelfs resident portal it is a scam. Please make sure to call us FIRST 515-664-8252! Lease length 12-Month Standard Section 8 is unavailable at this time Smoking is not permitted on the property
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 116 Park Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Address details
| Zip code | 50315 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Des Moines
2-bedroom apartments at 116 Park Ave cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,042 |
| January 2026 | $1,044 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 3 months ago | $1,150 |
Schools near 116 Park Ave
Park Avenue Elementary School
3141 sw 9th st
des moines, IA, 50315
K-5Public
C-
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Des Moines near 116 Park 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
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 116 Park Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
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
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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