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Location
1319 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316, USA|Capitol Park
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Stanbrough Realty Company LLC
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Property Overview
1319 E University Ave offers a convenient location with strong access to nearby amenities, transit, and everyday services. Its appeal includes practical features, neighborhood accessibility, and potential value for those seeking an urban setting with useful surrounding resources.
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Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 1319 E University Ave, Capitol Park
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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Policies and fees
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One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
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About 1319 E University Ave
A Place to Make Yourself at Home Looking for a rental home with room to spread out? This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family home at 1319 E University Avenue in Des Moines offers 1,122 square feet of living space, an attached garage, and a spacious yard. Built in 1886, the home features historic character and practical amenities for everyday living. The partially finished basement offers additional flexible space, and forced-air heating is another useful feature. Outside, the property sits on a 9,145-square-foot lot with a large yard. Property Features: Three bedrooms Two bathrooms 1,122 square feet of living space Attached garage Large yard 9,145-square-foot lot Partially finished basement Forced-air heating Built in 1886 Rental Details Monthly rent: $1,250 Available: November 1, 2026 Property type: Single-family home Location: 1319 E University Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa Interested in This Home? Contact us for more information about the property and to inquire about scheduling a showing. Lejla Mujic, Stanbrough Realty, 515-334-3345 We look forward to helping you explore whether this home is the right fit for you.
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 1319 E University Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 miles away
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 1.9 miles from public transportation
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Capitol Park |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50316 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Capitol Park
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Capitol Park
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $967 |
| 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 | $846 |
| August 2026 | $826 |
| September 2026 | $820 |
| October 2026 | $820 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | $930 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 1319 E University Ave
Carver Elementary School
705 e university ave
des moines, IA, 50316
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
McKee Elementary School
2115 e 39th st
des moines, IA, 50317
PKPublic
Woodlawn Early Childhood Center
4000 lower beaver rd
des moines, IA, 50310
PKPublic
Getting around Des Moines near 1319 E University Ave
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1319 E University Ave, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Explore the area around 1319 E University Ave
La Centroamericana
1130 E 9th St
La Tapatia Grocery
1440 Des Moines St
M & J Tienda Mexicana
1524 E Grand Ave
New Oriental Food Store
515 E Grand Ave
Mills Marketing
400 E Court Ave
Family Dollar
1306 E 14th St
Not New Shop
705 E University Ave
Xiomara's Boutique
1514 E Grand Ave
Amour
518 E 6th St
Fontenelle Supply Co
524 E Grand Ave
Dunkin'
1220 E 14th St
Plain Talk Books & Coffee
602 E Grand Ave
Scooter's Coffee
99 University Ave
Starbucks
1111 6th Ave
Northern Vessel Coffee Co LLC
700 2nd Ave
The Fremont
1030 E 9th St
Kelly's Little Nipper
1701 E Grand Ave
Pura Social Club
660 E 5th St
Quintons Bar & Deli
506 E Grand Ave
Nightingale Cocktail
435 E Grand Ave
Lamona Bakery
1534 E Grand Ave
La Bufa
1604 E Grand Ave
Cinnaholic
505 E Grand Ave
AllSpice Culinarium
400 E Locust St
Scenic Route Bakery
350 E Locust St
Recreation Ground
Garden
Garden
Garden
Garden
Dairy Queen
1321 E University Ave
Teriyaki House
1014 E 14th St
Thai Flavor Restaurant
1254 E 14th St
Dunkin'
1220 E 14th St
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
1401 Buchanan St
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