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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Laundry hookups
- Fully remodeled throughout
- 4 spacious bedrooms
- Brand-new kitchen appliances
Location
1225 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Carpenter
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Property Overview
The property at 1225 21st St offers four spacious bedrooms and a fully remodeled interior, complemented by laundry hookups and brand-new kitchen appliances. Its prime location features numerous amenities, including 13 grocery stores, 87 health and wellness centers, and 70 restaurants within a mile, ensuring a vibrant social life. With excellent natural lighting, HVAC systems, and a top-rated elementary school just a short distance away, it represents a great value for money in the area.
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
Elementary school nearby- Less expensive
- Images Available
Great for
Social life
Wellness
Pet owners
Amenities for 1225 21st St, Carpenter
Features
| Air Conditioning |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
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 1225 21st St
Step into this completely remodeled home in the heart of Des Moines, offering modern comfort with classic Central Iowa charm. With 4 spacious bedrooms, this property provides plenty of room to spread out—perfect for families, roommates, or anyone wanting extra space for a home office or hobby room. Key Features - Fully remodeled throughout with fresh finishes and updated details - 4 bedrooms with great natural light - Central A/C for those hot Iowa summers - Brand‑new kitchen appliances included (not pictured) - Laundry hookups for your convenience - Pet‑friendly property—your furry companions are welcome - Non‑smoking home for a clean, healthy living environment Located near Des Moines’ popular amenities, parks, and major commuter routes, this home offers both comfort and convenience in Central Iowa’s thriving rental market. Spire Property Management at 1225 21st St participates in an affordable housing program. Applicants must meet income qualification; total household gross income is based on 80% or lower of the median income adjusted for household size. If approved for this unit a non-refundable hold fee equal to the amount of the security deposit is required to secure the unit. The hold fee will be converted to the security deposit after taking possession of the property.
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 1225 21st St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 4-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Carpenter |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50311 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Available rentals nearby
Rent trends in Carpenter
Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Carpenter
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $946 |
| October 2024 | $937 |
| November 2024 | $884 |
| December 2024 | $898 |
| January 2025 | $897 |
| February 2025 | $895 |
| March 2025 | $825 |
| April 2025 | $783 |
| May 2025 | $774 |
| June 2025 | $773 |
| July 2025 | $773 |
| August 2025 | $767 |
| September 2025 | $753 |
| October 2025 | $750 |
| November 2025 | $750 |
| December 2025 | $750 |
| January 2026 | $762 |
| February 2026 | $791 |
| March 2026 | $795 |
| April 2026 | $798 |
| May 2026 | $802 |
| June 2026 | $801 |
| July 2026 | $812 |
| August 2026 | $840 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $1,050 |
| April 2026 | $1,050 |
| May 2026 | $1,058 |
| June 2026 | $1,062 |
| July 2026 | $1,062 |
| August 2026 | $1,050 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 8 months ago | $1,363 |
Schools near 1225 21st St
King Elementary School
1849 forest ave
des moines, IA, 50314
K-5Public
C-
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
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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Getting around Des Moines near 1225 21st St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1225 21st St, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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