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1212 48th St #NA, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Waveland Park
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Property Overview
Located in a strong value-per-square-foot tier, the home also offers a helpful photo set for a quick visual overview. Nearby pet grooming and supply options, along with outdoor spaces and tile, vinyl, or hardwood floors, add convenience and practical appeal.
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
More space- Balcony
- Dishwasher
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1212 48th St #NA, Waveland Park
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Deck |
| Hardwood Floor | Patio |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Garage Parking |
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
About 1212 48th St #NA
2 bedroom, 1 bath 1920 side by side duplex- 1,040 square feet of living area with oak floors & woodwork in living and dining room, large master bedroom with walk in closet, tiled floor in bathroom, new white kitchen with stainless steel appliances, private storage and washer/dryer hook ups in basement- central air, one car garage, patio and fenced back yard, lots of character, tenant responsible for lawn and snow care, mower provided , Cat OK, no smoking $1250 per month, $1000 deposit 1 year lease. Available December 1st Walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops and bus line. 24 hour notice to show text me to see
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 1212 48th St #NA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 195 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Balcony
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Extra storage
- In-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.2 miles away
- Priced higher than average
- 2-bedrooms are $350 more than the median rent in this area
Address details
| Neighborhood | Waveland Park |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50311 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Waveland Park
2-bedroom apartments at 1212 48th St #NA cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Waveland Park
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,190 |
| 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 | $1,076 |
| May 2026 | $1,092 |
| June 2026 | $1,085 |
| July 2026 | $1,091 |
| August 2026 | $1,077 |
| September 2026 | $1,043 |
| October 2026 | $1,050 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $1,275 |
| July 2025 | $1,295 |
| August 2025 | $1,295 |
| September 2025 | $1,295 |
| April 2026 | $1,250 |
| May 2026 | $1,235 |
| June 2026 | $1,200 |
| July 2026 | $1,222 |
| August 2026 | $1,161 |
| September 2026 | $1,150 |
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Can I afford to live at 1212 48th St #NA?
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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.| 6 years ago | $1,050 |
Schools near 1212 48th St #NA
Perkins Elementary School
4301 college
des moines, IA, 50311
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
Getting around Des Moines near 1212 48th St #NA
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.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1212 48th St #NA, Des Moines
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute 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
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within walking distance
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