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Pet Friendly
Location
1242 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA
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Property Overview
Near top-rated high schools, with 11 photos offering a helpful preview, this home also has outdoor spaces and nearby pet services, including a hospital, supply stores, and grooming. The mix of visual detail, access to schools, and pet-friendly surroundings makes it appealing for those looking for convenience and everyday ease.
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
High school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 1242 E 21st St
Features
| Balcony | Baseboard |
| Driveway | Linoleum Vinyl |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Garage Parking |
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
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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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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 1242 E 21st St
Property Id: 2712981 Welcome to your cozy 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom single-family home in Des Moines, IA! This charming property features brand new luxury vinyl flooring, a refrigerator, oven, microwave, and washer/dryer hookups. Enjoy the convenience of a garage and driveway, perfect for your vehicle. Pets are welcome (cats and small dogs only) and smoking is allowed outside. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! Contact us now to schedule a viewing.
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 1242 E 21st St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Zip code | 50317 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Des Moines
1-bedroom apartments at 1242 E 21st St cost about 41% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $999 |
| 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 | $865 |
| January 2026 | $870 |
| February 2026 | $870 |
| March 2026 | $870 |
| April 2026 | $871 |
| May 2026 | $874 |
| June 2026 | $870 |
| July 2026 | $849 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 1242 E 21st St
Phillips Elementary School
1701 lay st
des moines, IA, 50317
K-5Public
C
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
PKPublic
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
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Getting around Des Moines near 1242 E 21st St
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1242 E 21st St, Des Moines
Groceries
6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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