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1216 Mattern Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, USA|Union Park
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Amenities for 1216 Mattern Ave, Union Park
Apartment Amenities
| Fireplace | Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Services
| Concierge Service | Package Service |
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
Dog policy
| Allowed |
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Cat policy
| Allowed |
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Contact for more information on pet policy.
Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 1216 Mattern Ave
Charming 3-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom Single-Family Home - 1221 Sq Ft - Ideal for Comfortable Living Availability: Immediately Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offering 1221 square feet of comfortable living space. Perfectly suited for a growing family or professionals looking for a cozy retreat, this property boasts a blend of modern amenities and charming details that make it stand out. Property Features: • Spacious Living Area: A bright and airy living room with plenty of natural light, and a beautiful fireplace--perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. • Kitchen: Fully equipped with appliances, including a refrigerator (to be installed prior to tenant moving in), gas stove, and dishwasher. • Bedrooms: Three well-sized bedrooms with large windows, providing a peaceful place to unwind. • Bathroom: A beautifully updated full bathroom with bathtub/shower combo. • Flooring: Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout, adding warmth and character to the home. • Outdoor Space: A spacious, fenced backyard ideal for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply relaxing under the stars. The front yard has mature landscaping, adding curb appeal to the home. • Additional Features: o Private off-street parking. o Fireplace o Pet-friendly – Pet policy applies Location Highlights: • Situated in a beautiful neighborhood. • Close to local parks, shopping, schools, and public transportation. • Convenient access to major highways for an easy commute. Don’t miss the opportunity to call this charming single-family home your own. Schedule a tour today and experience all the comfort and convenience this home has to offer! Tenant is responsible for all utilities, lawn care, and snow removal. Renter's Insurance is required. 2 pet maximum. Professionally managed by PMI Central Iowa. All PMI Central Iowa residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) which 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! RBP cost is included in the marketed Rental Rate. More details upon application. $65 application fee for anyone 18 years or older who will be occupying the property. An approved application will get you $300 off of each of your first 3 months of rent! ($300 off of January, $300 off of February, and $300 off of March!!!!)
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 1216 Mattern Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 209 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
- 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 high schools
- The nearest high 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 | Union Park |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50316 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Union Park
3-bedroom apartments at 1216 Mattern Ave cost about 16% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Oct 4 2025.
Union Park
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,408 |
| November 2023 | $1,496 |
| December 2023 | $1,517 |
| January 2024 | $1,536 |
| February 2024 | $1,453 |
| March 2024 | $1,544 |
| April 2024 | $1,557 |
| May 2024 | $1,573 |
| June 2024 | $1,573 |
| July 2024 | $1,585 |
| August 2024 | $1,568 |
| September 2024 | $1,485 |
| October 2024 | $1,473 |
| November 2024 | $1,424 |
| December 2024 | $1,452 |
| January 2025 | $1,457 |
| February 2025 | $1,423 |
| March 2025 | $1,402 |
| April 2025 | $1,398 |
| May 2025 | $1,350 |
| June 2025 | $1,390 |
| July 2025 | $1,437 |
| August 2025 | $1,472 |
| September 2025 | $1,400 |
| October 2025 | $1,395 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | $1,473 |
| September 2025 | $1,433 |
| October 2025 | $1,423 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 7 months ago | $1,200 |
Schools near 1216 Mattern Ave
Cattell Elementary School
3101 e 12th st
des moines, IA, 50316
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
Union Park | Des Moines, IA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Des Moines near 1216 Mattern Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1216 Mattern Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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