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Highlights
- Quiet neighborhood
- In-unit laundry
- Rooftop deck
- High-end finishes
Location
2616 S 242nd St, Des Moines, WA 98198, USA|South Des Moines
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Property Overview
The home offers a practical blend of convenient location, comfortable living spaces, and features that add everyday value. It may appeal to buyers seeking easy access to nearby amenities, a functional layout, and details that support a straightforward, low-fuss lifestyle.
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
More space- Extra Storage
- Images available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 2616 S 242nd St, South Des Moines
Features
| On Street |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Onsite Laundry | Roof Deck |
| Wall |
Grounds
| Storage |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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About 2616 S 242nd St
Welcome to this beautifully fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath upper-level home offering approximately 2,040 sq. ft. of spacious living in Des Moines. One of the home’s standout features is the partial Puget Sound water view from the rooftop deck, offering a unique setting that truly sets this home apart from others in the area. The interior has been thoughtfully renovated with high-end finishes, creating a stylish and comfortable living environment. The home features a spacious multi-level layout, a relaxing jetted tub, large windows, and skylights that fill the space with abundant natural light. Additional highlights include triple-paned windows, brand-new siding on the upper portion of the home, and a brand-new roof. Enjoy the convenience of being within walking distance from upcoming light rail station, walking distance from bus station and free ways, making commuting and exploring the surrounding area even easier. The home is also close to parks, the Des Moines Marina, schools, colleges, and major commuter routes connecting you to Seattle, Tacoma, and surrounding areas. The property includes access to a heated 10' x 16' shop, providing excellent additional space for hobbies, projects, or storage. Located in a quiet and convenient neighborhood, this exceptional home combines high-end renovations, partial Puget Sound views, spacious living, modern comfort, and outstanding transportation access. Required Resident Benefit Program for an additional $36.50 per month. Program details and benefits can be found on our website > Resident. To Tour - https listings showdigs com 399 Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=16EtMzhqGqc Heating: Yes, Electric wall heaters Cooling: No Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Oven, Washer, Dryer Laundry: In-unit Parking: Driveway Street, unassigned. (There are 3 or 4 parking spots, depending on the size of the vehicle. Driveway for upstairs unit is further up the hill, and for the lower unit it is at the base of the hill.) Pets: Small Dogs & Cats with additional pet screening, deposit, and rent Utilities: None General Qualifications: Income 3X of rent Credit 670+, no bills in collections Application fee - $59 per applicant; all 18+ must apply and qualify. All utilities will be paid by the tenants. (Utilities will be charged to tenants on a 70:30 Ratio between the upper and lower unit. Tenants will be charged 70% of the total utilities.) Security Deposit: One month's rent, subtracting all non-refundable fees. Last Month's Rent may be required depending on credit score, income criteria, etc. Lease minimum of 12 Months. You must see the property in person before applying Renter's insurance is required. Next Brick exclusively leases and manages the property.
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 2616 S 242nd St, Des Moines, WA 98198, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 710 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Extra Storage
- In-unit features
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
- Roof deck
- Access to public roof space
Considerations
- Priced higher than average
- Some 3-bedrooms here are $505 more than the median rent in this area
- Distance from transit
- More than 2.0 miles from public transportation
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 3.8 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | South Des Moines |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 98198 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in South Des Moines
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
South Des Moines
Des Moines
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,838 |
| December 2024 | $1,950 |
| January 2025 | $1,967 |
| February 2025 | $1,977 |
| March 2025 | $1,966 |
| April 2025 | $1,931 |
| May 2025 | $1,935 |
| June 2025 | $1,898 |
| July 2025 | $1,854 |
| August 2025 | $1,929 |
| September 2025 | $1,830 |
| October 2025 | $1,821 |
| November 2025 | $2,015 |
| December 2025 | $2,128 |
| January 2026 | $1,957 |
| February 2026 | $1,988 |
| March 2026 | $2,113 |
| April 2026 | $2,001 |
| May 2026 | $2,003 |
| June 2026 | $2,021 |
| July 2026 | $2,172 |
| August 2026 | $1,989 |
| September 2026 | $1,902 |
| October 2026 | $1,895 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2025 | $1,725 |
| November 2025 | $1,525 |
| December 2025 | $1,808 |
| January 2026 | $1,920 |
| February 2026 | $1,900 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 2616 S 242nd St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$132,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $132,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,300.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $2,375 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,375 | 3 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 2616 S 242nd St
Parkside Elementary School
2104 s 247th st
des moines, WA, 98198
PK, K-5Public
C
River Ridge Elementary
22420 military rd s
seatac, WA, 98198
PK, K-6Public
C
Valley View Early Childhood Center
17622 46th ave s
seatac, WA, 98188
PKPublic
Kent Laboratory Academy
10515 se 208th st
kent, WA, 98031
3-12Public
B
Highline Public Schools Virtual Academy
15675 ambaum blvd sw
burien, WA, 98166
PK, K-12Public
Neighborhood
South Des Moines | Des Moines, WA
Getting around Des Moines near 2616 S 242nd St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 2616 S 242nd St, Des Moines
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
4/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a short drive
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2616 S 242nd St, Des Moines, WA
2616 S 242nd St Des Moines, WA
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1 Bath
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Microwave • In-Unit Laundry • On-Site Laundry • Furnished
Occupied
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2 Baths
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