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1211 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA|Watrous South
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Amenities for 1211 Lewis Ave, Watrous South
Apartment Amenities
| Carpet | Forced Air |
| Off Street |
Appliances
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Basement | Laundry Hookups |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Services
| Concierge Service | Package Service |
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One-time. Refundable.
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| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 1211 Lewis Ave
Looking for a cozy yet spacious place to call home? This updated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence at 1211 Lewis Ave offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and outdoor freedom in a convenient Des Moines location. Key Features: Modern Living: Enjoy a stylishly updated kitchen featuring contemporary finishes and plenty of prep space—perfect for the home chef. Spacious Primary Suite: The oversized bedroom provides a peaceful retreat with ample room for a king-sized bed and additional furniture. Versatile Bonus Space: A fully enclosed porch serves as a fantastic bonus room. Whether you need a bright home office, a hobby space, or a relaxing sunroom, this area offers endless possibilities. Situated on a generous lot, this property boasts a massive yard. It’s the ideal setup for gardening, outdoor entertaining, or simply enjoying the fresh air. Tenant is responsible for all utilities, lawn care, and snow removal. Renter's Insurance is required. Owner is NOT accepting Pets at this time. Professionally managed by PMI Central Iowa. All PMI Central Iowa residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) which is $30/month in addition to the marketed Rental Rate. This program includes credit building to help boost your credit score with timely rent payments, our best-in-class resident rewards program to earn gift cards, $1M Identity Protection, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), utility concierge service making utility connection a breeze during your move-in, and much more! $65 application fee for anyone 18 years or older who will be occupying the property. Pet Details: Owner is not allowing pets at this time.
Address details
| Neighborhood | Watrous South |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50315 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Watrous South
1-bedroom apartments at 1211 Lewis Ave cost about 34% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Watrous South
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,022 |
| April 2024 | $1,012 |
| May 2024 | $996 |
| June 2024 | $1,007 |
| July 2024 | $998 |
| August 2024 | $998 |
| September 2024 | $997 |
| October 2024 | $964 |
| November 2024 | $963 |
| December 2024 | $1,007 |
| January 2025 | $1,018 |
| February 2025 | $983 |
| March 2025 | $949 |
| April 2025 | $895 |
| May 2025 | $915 |
| June 2025 | $918 |
| July 2025 | $876 |
| August 2025 | $870 |
| September 2025 | $870 |
| October 2025 | $855 |
| November 2025 | $848 |
| December 2025 | $865 |
| January 2026 | $870 |
| February 2026 | $870 |
| March 2026 | $870 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $820 |
| August 2024 | $844 |
| September 2024 | $872 |
| October 2024 | $877 |
| November 2024 | $875 |
| December 2024 | $866 |
| January 2025 | $826 |
| February 2025 | $829 |
| March 2025 | $860 |
| April 2025 | $892 |
| May 2025 | $885 |
| September 2025 | $813 |
| October 2025 | $802 |
| November 2025 | $828 |
| December 2025 | $881 |
| January 2026 | $865 |
| February 2026 | $855 |
| March 2026 | $855 |
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1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 3 years ago | $795 |
Schools near 1211 Lewis Ave
Wright Elementary School
5001 sw 14th st
des moines, IA, 50315
K-5Public
C
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Orchard Hills Elementary School
1130 w north ave
norwalk, IA, 50211
2-3Public
B+
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
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Getting around Des Moines near 1211 Lewis Ave
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1211 Lewis Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
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 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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