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Highlights
- Off-street parking
- Modern amenities
- Dishwasher, washer/dryer
Location
1217 Mckinley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA|Watrous South
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Amenities for 1217 Mckinley Ave, Watrous South
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer | Forced Air |
| Freezer | Furnished |
| Laminate |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Internet |
Building
| Onsite Laundry | Security Cameras |
Grounds
| Lawn | Off-Street Parking |
| Outdoor Space |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 1+ month |
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About 1217 Mckinley Ave
Property Id: 2206458 Welcome to your dream rental home in Des Moines, IA! This beautifully furnished single-unit property features modern amenities including dishwasher, washer/dryer, security cameras, and more. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking and being near parks. Internet included! Don't miss out on this gem!
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 1217 Mckinley Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Address details
| Neighborhood | Watrous South |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50315 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Watrous South
1-bedroom apartments at 1217 Mckinley Ave cost about 34% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Watrous South
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $950 |
| January 2024 | $970 |
| February 2024 | $902 |
| March 2024 | $1,004 |
| 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 | $860 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2024 | $825 |
| February 2024 | $875 |
| March 2024 | $875 |
| 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 | $898 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Last month | $1,200 |
Schools near 1217 Mckinley Ave
Wright Elementary School
5001 sw 14th st
des moines, IA, 50315
K-5Public
C
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
PKPublic
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Internet available near 1217 Mckinley Ave
Getting around Des Moines near 1217 Mckinley 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
5/10
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 1217 Mckinley Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
2/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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