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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Washer/dryer hookups
- Convenient location
- Central ac
- Lawn mowing and snow removal
Location
1223 Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA|Watrous South
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Amenities for 1223 Army Post Rd, Watrous South
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Forced Air |
| Hardwood Floor | Linoleum Vinyl |
| Washer/Dryer Hookups |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Tech
| Wired For Internet |
Grounds
| Fenced Yard | Garage Parking |
| Lawn | Off-Street Parking |
| Outdoor Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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No pets allowed.
Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
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About 1223 Army Post Rd
Property Id: 2111061 Welcome to your charming 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom single family home in Des Moines, IA! This cozy property features a fenced yard with gazebo, double car detached garage and washer/dryer hookups. With hardwood floors, central AC, and a convenient location, this home won't last long. No pets allowed. Don't miss out on this gem for $1200/month. Tenant pays all utilities and responsible for lawn mowing and snow removal. Gross monthly income to be a least 3 times the monthly rent. Credit score of 600 and above required. Background and credit check required.
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 1223 Army Post Rd compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
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 1223 Army Post Rd cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Watrous South
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $1,150 |
| October 2023 | $1,175 |
| November 2023 | $1,188 |
| December 2023 | $1,200 |
| January 2024 | $1,197 |
| February 2024 | $1,130 |
| March 2024 | $1,160 |
| April 2024 | $1,185 |
| 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 | $1,028 |
| 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 | $1,053 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 1223 Army Post Rd
Morris Elementary School
1401 geil ave
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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Getting around Des Moines near 1223 Army Post Rd
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
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1223 Army Post Rd, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Marshalls
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Caribou Coffee at Hy-Vee
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Fleur Cinema & Cafe
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Chuck Celsi's Tavern Restaurant
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Wicked Rabbit
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Andys Place
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