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Location
1218 Payton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA|Watrous South
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Amenities for 1218 Payton Ave, Watrous South
Features
| Air Conditioning |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
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
Applicants
Applicants
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 1218 Payton Ave
This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom duplex sits just north of Army Post Rd on a very quiet street. On the main floor you'll find a large living room, half bathroom, and a large kitchen that includes a fridge, stove, and plenty of cabinet and counter space, and a back door that leads to the one stall detached garage. Upstairs you'll find both bedrooms and a full bathroom. The home includes a partially finished basement and a storage room with washer/dryer hookups. The home has central AC and heat. Pets welcome up to 50 lbs with a $250 pet fee and $50/month pet rent. Tenant is responsible for all utilities, lawn care, and snow removal. 12 month lease minimum. Renter Insurance required. There is a $50 application fee per adult, deposit is $1150, and if approved there is a one time administrative fee of $150. Location: 1218 Payton Ave, Des Moines, IA. All Renters Warehouse - Iowa residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $45.95/month which includes liability insurance, credit building to help boost the resident's credit score with timely rent payments, HVAC air filter delivery (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service making utility connection and home service setup a breeze during your move-in, our best-in-class resident rewards program, and much more! More details upon application. For more information or to schedule a showing, please email ****
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 1218 Payton Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Package service
- More secure storage for delivery
Address details
| Neighborhood | Watrous South |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50315 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Watrous South
2-bedroom apartments at 1218 Payton Ave cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Watrous South
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,195 |
| 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 | $1,022 |
| February 2026 | $1,033 |
| March 2026 | $1,048 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,075 |
| July 2024 | $985 |
| August 2024 | $1,016 |
| September 2024 | $985 |
| October 2024 | $950 |
| January 2025 | $966 |
| February 2025 | $1,024 |
| March 2025 | $1,118 |
| April 2025 | $1,105 |
| May 2025 | $1,097 |
| July 2025 | $1,218 |
| August 2025 | $1,116 |
| September 2025 | $1,070 |
| October 2025 | $1,049 |
| November 2025 | $994 |
| December 2025 | $985 |
| January 2026 | $1,023 |
| February 2026 | $1,025 |
| March 2026 | $1,043 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 1 year ago | $1,150 |
| 2 years ago | $1,150 |
Schools near 1218 Payton Ave
Morris Elementary School
1401 geil ave
des moines, IA, 50315
K-5Public
C
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Orchard Hills Elementary School
1130 w north ave
norwalk, IA, 50211
2-3Public
B+
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Learning Resource Center
3550 mills civic parkway
west des moines, IA, 50265
PKPublic
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Internet available near 1218 Payton Ave
Getting around Des Moines near 1218 Payton Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
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 1218 Payton Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
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 20-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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