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205 2nd St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA
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Property Overview
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
Balcony- Images Available
Great for
Work-from-home
Pet owners
Amenities for 205 2nd St
Features
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Carpet | Dryer |
| Forced Air | Freezer |
| Laminate |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Wired For Internet |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Fenced Yard | Garage Parking |
| Lawn | Outdoor Space |
Neighborhood
| Near Parks | Street |
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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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 |
|---|
About 205 2nd St
Property Id: 2940018 Welcome to your new home at 205 2nd St in historic valley junction, West Des Moines! This charming single-family property features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage. Built in 1998, this home is in a fun quiet neighborhood. There are multiple parks, a water park, grocery stores, and bike trails all within 1 mile. It boasts all new modern amenities such as a dishwasher, washer/dryer, and central air. Enjoy the fenced in backyard with a large attached deck, and easy access to parks. Pets are welcome, and internet is included. Don't miss out on this literal gem. Nearly all amenities: A/C, furnace, roof, washer, dishwasher, water heater, garbage disposal, and the deck are all new. A lot of love was put into this property, schedule a tour today!
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 205 2nd St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Balcony
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 3.9 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 50265 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in West Des Moines
3-bedroom apartments at 205 2nd St cost about 0% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in West Des Moines.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
West Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,797 |
| November 2024 | $1,756 |
| December 2024 | $1,739 |
| January 2025 | $1,796 |
| February 2025 | $1,736 |
| March 2025 | $1,774 |
| April 2025 | $1,778 |
| May 2025 | $1,817 |
| June 2025 | $1,764 |
| July 2025 | $1,743 |
| August 2025 | $1,780 |
| September 2025 | $1,777 |
| October 2025 | $1,807 |
| November 2025 | $1,836 |
| December 2025 | $1,807 |
| January 2026 | $1,788 |
| February 2026 | $1,846 |
| March 2026 | $1,851 |
| April 2026 | $1,950 |
| May 2026 | $1,888 |
| June 2026 | $1,875 |
| July 2026 | $1,895 |
| August 2026 | $1,929 |
| September 2026 | $1,818 |
| October 2026 | $1,798 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$72,000/yr
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Schools near 205 2nd St
Hillside Elementary School
713 8th st
west des moines, IA, 50265
PK, K-6Public
B
Learning Resource Center
3550 mills civic parkway
west des moines, IA, 50265
PKPublic
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Olmsted Elementary School
7110 prairie ave
urbandale, IA, 50322
PK, K-5Public
B-
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Getting around West Des Moines near 205 2nd St
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
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
1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 205 2nd St, West Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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Renee's French Boutique
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Theatrical Shop
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Sassy's
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2Au Limited
200 5th St
Spice & Tea Exchange
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Scooter's Coffee
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Starbucks
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La Barista
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Dunkin'
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Tavern
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Bix & Co
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G. Mig's 5th Street Pub
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Mitzi's
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The Hall
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Let Them Eat Cake
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Spice & Tea Exchange
218 5th St
Nan's Nummies
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Adventist Book Center
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Walmart Deli
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Railroad Park
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Playground
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Heavenly Asian Cuisine & Lounge
225 5th St
Cooper's on 5th
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Bix & Co
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