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1308 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50311, USA|Merle Hay
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Amenities for 1308 56th St, Merle Hay
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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One-time. Refundable.
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About 1308 56th St
Check out this charming 1940s 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom home in Des Moines! Upon entering the home you are greeted by beautiful hardwood floors and large windows offering great natural lighting. To the left of the living room, you will see the updated galley-style kitchen equipped with a stove, refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher! The cozy dining room just off the kitchen is great for entertaining family and friends. Both bedrooms are located down the hall from the living room, separated by the full bathroom and linen closet. The unfinished basement has a washer and dryer and ample space for storage! This home also offers a 1-car detached garage and a large backyard. Animals are allowed per owner approval with a $500/per animal security deposit and $50/per animal rent per month. Please No smoking. Virtual Tour coming soon. Please visit www GoodallProperties com before calling for more homes available and more information, pictures, and directions to this home. Goodall Properties, LLC www GoodallProperties com 3233 Ashworth Rd Waukee, IA 50263 515-978-1773 Licensed In Iowa
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 1308 56th St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Address details
| Neighborhood | Merle Hay |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50311 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Merle Hay
2-bedroom apartments at 1308 56th St cost about 39% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Des Moines.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Merle Hay
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,041 |
| October 2025 | $1,039 |
| November 2025 | $1,024 |
| December 2025 | $1,042 |
| January 2026 | $1,036 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $950 |
| March 2024 | $945 |
| April 2024 | $1,024 |
| May 2024 | $1,175 |
| June 2024 | $1,155 |
| July 2024 | $1,155 |
| August 2024 | $1,209 |
| September 2024 | $1,087 |
| October 2024 | $931 |
| November 2024 | $959 |
| December 2024 | $931 |
| January 2025 | $925 |
| February 2025 | $964 |
| March 2025 | $938 |
| April 2025 | $952 |
| May 2025 | $994 |
| June 2025 | $1,081 |
| July 2025 | $1,189 |
| August 2025 | $1,128 |
| September 2025 | $1,053 |
| October 2025 | $1,037 |
| November 2025 | $1,004 |
| December 2025 | $962 |
| January 2026 | $900 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 1 year ago | $1,250 |
Schools near 1308 56th St
Windsor Elementary School
5912 university ave
des moines, IA, 50311
K-5Public
C+
Mitchell Early Childhood Center
111 porter
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
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 1308 56th St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
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 1308 56th St, Des Moines
Groceries
3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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