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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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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
About 228 1st St
228 1st St, West Des Moines, Iowa NEW OWNERSHIP!!! $200 off 2nd Month's rent with accepted application!!!! Available for immediate move-in! 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 One small pet considered (additional pet fees) No Smoking Application Process: Background and soft credit check required. 12 month lease minimum. There is a $50 application fee per adult, and if approved, there is a one time administrative fee of $150. Deposit pends on background and credit on accepted applications.
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 228 1st St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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 7% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West Des Moines.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
West Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,368 |
| August 2026 | $1,348 |
| September 2026 | $1,292 |
| October 2026 | $1,277 |
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Can I afford to live at 228 1st St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$48,000/yr
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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-
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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Dressmakers
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Renee's French Boutique
221 5th St
Theatrical Shop
145 5th St
2Au Limited
200 5th St
Sassy's
136 5th St
Spice & Tea Exchange
218 5th St
Scooter's Coffee
830 1st St
Starbucks
1990 Grand Ave
Dunkin'
1301 8th St
La Barista
1963 Grand Ave
Tavern
205 5th St
Bix & Co
111 5th St
Mitzi's
206 5th St
G. Mig's 5th Street Pub
128 5th St
Sully's Irish Pub
860 1st St
Let Them Eat Cake
405 Maple St
Nan's Nummies
501 Elm St
Spice & Tea Exchange
218 5th St
Adventist Book Center
1005 Grand Ave
Walmart Deli
1001 73rd St
Frisbie Park
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Cooper's on 5th
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Tavern
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St Kilda Collective
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