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Highlights
- Off-street parking
- Private patio area
- No smoking
Location
228 1st St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA
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Amenities for 228 1st St
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Refrigerator |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 228 1st St
228 1st St, West Des Moines, Iowa Nestled in Historic Valley Junction, you will love this 2 bedroom apartment. New LVP flooring throughout. Feels like you have 2 additional living spaces just off of the kitchen. Unit has private patio area and shared space in the backyard, along with additional off-street parking. Tenant is responsible for all utilities. Lawn Care/Snow removal included with Rent No Pets No Smoking Application Process: Background and soft credit check required. 12 month lease minimum. There is a $50 application fee per adult(will be reimbursed if you move in), and if approved, there is a one time administrative fee of $150(waived if you move in). Deposit pends on background and credit on accepted applications.
Address details
| Zip code | 50265 |
|---|---|
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in West Des Moines
2-bedroom apartments at 228 1st St cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West Des Moines.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
West Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,238 |
| August 2024 | $1,244 |
| September 2024 | $1,216 |
| October 2024 | $1,182 |
| November 2024 | $1,209 |
| December 2024 | $1,200 |
| January 2025 | $1,182 |
| February 2025 | $1,196 |
| March 2025 | $1,263 |
| April 2025 | $1,331 |
| May 2025 | $1,294 |
| June 2025 | $1,275 |
| July 2025 | $1,280 |
| August 2025 | $1,257 |
| September 2025 | $1,259 |
| October 2025 | $1,278 |
| November 2025 | $1,275 |
| December 2025 | $1,282 |
| January 2026 | $1,287 |
| February 2026 | $1,304 |
| March 2026 | $1,321 |
| April 2026 | $1,320 |
| May 2026 | $1,338 |
| June 2026 | $1,362 |
| July 2026 | $1,361 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 228 1st St
Hillside Elementary School
713 8th st
west des moines, IA, 50265
PK, K-6Public
B
Ruby Van Meter
710 28th st
des moines, IA, 50312
K-12Public
Learning Resource Center
3550 mills civic parkway
west des moines, IA, 50265
PKPublic
Jessie Franklin Taylor Preschool
1801 16th st
des moines, IA, 50314
PKPublic
Olmsted Elementary School
7110 prairie ave
urbandale, IA, 50322
PK, K-5Public
B-
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Getting around West Des Moines near 228 1st 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
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 228 1st St, West Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
2/10
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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